WCF Plastics Trays for Manufacturing
ID: 2031ZA26Q00030Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTINGOFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERWASHINGTON, DC, 20228, USA

NAICS

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)

PSC

PLASTICS FABRICATED MATERIALS (9330)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a63c466730ee4047ab6bced2cbae8b48/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, is seeking a contractor to fabricate and deliver plastic trays for use in currency manufacturing at the Fort Worth, TX Currency Facility. The procurement involves two types of trays—upper trays (drawing number 55222BU) and bottom trays (drawing number 55222BV)—which are essential for the drying and separation of wet currency during the printing process. These trays must meet specific engineering specifications, including material requirements, weight limits, and performance standards, ensuring they can support significant static loads while maintaining safety and usability. Interested parties should submit their offers by January 20, 2026, and direct any inquiries to Ariel Dillon at ariel.dillon@bep.gov.

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    Ariel Dillon
    ariel.dillon@bep.gov
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    2031ZA26Q00030 WCF Plastic Trays.pdf
    This government solicitation, 2031ZA26Q00030, is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for plastic trays for manufacturing, specifically for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. It outlines the requirements for offers, including technical descriptions, pricing, and specific submission instructions. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 326199 (All Other Plastic Product Manufacturing). The deadline for questions is January 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST, and offers are due by January 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, to ariel.dillon@bep.gov. The evaluation criteria prioritize the lowest price technically acceptable offer, considering technical approach and past performance. The document incorporates various FAR clauses by reference and full text, covering aspects like certifications, conflicts of interest, and payment to influence federal transactions. The offeror must complete representations and certifications, including those related to small business concerns and other socio-economic categories. The contract also specifies adherence to federal regulations concerning telecommunications equipment, forced labor, and restricted business operations.
    Attachment 001 Statement of Work Trays for Manufacturing.pdf
    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) requires a contractor to fabricate and deliver plastic trays for use in currency manufacturing. These trays are essential for separating wet currency during the drying process after Intaglio printing. The contractor must supply two types of trays, 55222BU (upper tray) and 55222BV (bottom tray), adhering to specific BEP drawings, weight limits (18 lbs for upper, 20 lbs for bottom), and material requirements (HDPE or LLDPE polyethylene, with optional steel reinforcement). Trays must be free of sharp edges and identifiable with the manufacturer's name and date. The upper trays must be blue (RGB 28-94-138) and bottom trays green (RGB 74-96-58), with no hazardous waste. Performance requirements include supporting a 320-pound static load with less than 20mm deflection over five days at room temperature. A one-year warranty covering parts, labor, and transportation is required, with defective trays replaced within two weeks. The BEP reserves the right to inspect and test trays, with final acceptance occurring after 90 days of problem-free use. Initial samples (three of each tray type) are due 90 days after contract award for testing at the Fort Worth, TX Currency Facility, with subsequent deliveries also due within 90 days.
    Attachment A 55222BU (Upper Tray).pdf
    This document, titled "Attachment C," is a two-sheet engineering drawing from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Office of Engineering. It details the design and specifications for an "UPPER TRAY" with drawing number 55222BU, revised on May 28, 2019. The drawing provides precise dimensions in millimeters, linear and angular tolerances, and specific notes regarding manufacturing and assembly. Key details include broken external corners with a maximum 2mm radius, and all holes to H12 tolerance unless otherwise specified. It also specifies how loads are applied when the tray is mounted to machines and steel rack rails. The document adheres to ASME Y14.5-2009 for dimensioning and tolerancing, ensuring clarity and precision for fabrication and quality control. This technical drawing serves as a critical component for federal government procurement or manufacturing processes, likely part of an RFP for the production of these trays.
    Attachment B 55222BV (Bottom Tray).pdf
    This two-sheet document, Attachment D, from the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Office of Engineering, details the specifications for a "BOTTOM TRAY" with drawing number 55222BV. The document, dated 05/23/2019, includes engineering drawings with various dimensions, tolerances, and notes. Key details include linear and angular tolerances, with specific values provided for different measurement ranges in millimeters. All external corners or edges are to be broken with a maximum radius of 2mm unless otherwise specified. All holes are to have an H12 tolerance. The document also specifies that dimensions and tolerances are to be interpreted per ASME Y14.5-2009. Notes on load application when mounted to machines and when picked up by a forklift are also included.
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