Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) Request for Information (RFI) - R&D Hidden Machine-Readable Security Features
ID: 2031ZA25N00003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH (AJ12)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9841a7eab7f844cca54080c68c32ee4e/view
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    Description

    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to explore advancements in hidden machine-readable security features for U.S. currency. This initiative aims to gather insights on innovative technologies or materials that can effectively deter counterfeiting, with a focus on features that are discreet, difficult to replicate, and resilient against unauthorized duplication. The information collected will inform potential future solicitations, although this RFI does not obligate the government to award contracts or provide feedback. Interested parties are encouraged to submit preliminary samples and technical descriptions by October 9, 2025, and can reach out to Kevin Ibershoff or Falcon Albino via email for further inquiries.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kevin Ibershoff
    kevin.ibershoff@bep.gov
    Falcon Albino
    falcon.albino@bep.gov
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    2031ZA25N00003 RFI -Hidden Machine Readable Security Features_.pdf
    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) within the U.S. Department of the Treasury is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) to explore advancements in hidden machine-readable security features for U.S. currency. This RFI, designated as Notice Number 2031ZA25N00003, is not a solicitation for contracts but is intended to gather insights on innovative technologies or materials that could serve as effective counterfeit deterrents. Interested parties are encouraged to submit preliminary samples and technical descriptions of their proposals by October 9, 2025. The desired features should be discreet and difficult to replicate, exhibiting high resilience against unauthorized duplication. Responses will contribute to understanding potential requirements for future solicitations but do not obligate the government to award contracts or provide feedback. The BEP emphasizes protection of sensitive information in responses while retaining the right to utilize non-proprietary data. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing the security of currency through advanced protective measures.
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