Copper Plated Zinc Penny Planchettes
ID: 2031JG25R00001Type: Sources Sought
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TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEUNITED STATES MINTUS MINT HEADQUARTERSWASHINGTON, DC, 20220, USA

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Nonferrous Metal (except Aluminum) Production and ProcessingT (3314)

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https://sam.gov/opp/ced01d9b41fc452dbc66263e8bc313a1/view
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the United States Mint, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential suppliers for copper-plated zinc (CPZ) one-cent planchettes. The procurement aims to manufacture circulating, uncirculated, and proof CPZ planchettes, which are essential for producing coins compatible with existing currency used in vending, banking, and commerce. Interested parties are invited to submit their organizational capabilities and relevant documentation by December 31, 2024, to the primary contacts Amalee Elayyan at amalee.elayyan@usmint.treas.gov and James Bacinski at james.bacinski@usmint.treas.gov, as this market research will inform future procurement methods.

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    Amalee Elayyan
    amalee.elayyan@usmint.treas.gov
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