Distinctive currency paper, Non-Distinctive banknote paper, and test paper samples to support the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) manufacture of U.S. Currency.

Description The requirement is to establish a contract(s) for the manufacture and supply of distinctive currency paper, non-distinctive banknote paper, and test paper samples to support the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) manufacture of U.S. Currency. There are presently three types, or specifications, each for distinctive currency paper and non-distinctive banknote paper. Non-distinctive banknote paper and test paper allow for the potential for customized configurations of paper features (e.g., embedded threads and watermarks). Respondents are to understand that the paper to be manufactured and supplied is a blend of cotton and linen fibers with each sheet, depending on the specification, possibly containing features such as security fibers, embedded threads, and watermarks. This notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes and does not constitute an Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals or Request for Quotations. In accordance with FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract, nor do they affect a potential offeror's ability to respond to any future synopsis/solicitation, which may or may not follow or restrict the U.S. Government's eventual acquisition approach. Additionally, the U.S. Government will not provide reimbursement for any information that may be submitted in response to this notice. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this notice. The NAICS code is 322121 and the small business size standard is 1250 employees. This is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties who believe they possess the technical capabilities to satisfy this requirement must complete the attached market survey and submit documentation that clearly demonstrates their technical capabilities. Responses to this notice shall be received no later than 12:00 p.m. EST on Friday May 11, 2019. All responses shall be submitted in writing, and via email, to the point of contact specified in this notice. Interested parties must be registered and active in the System for Award Management (SAM) to respond to solicitation if the Government chooses to post one in the future. The SAM site is found at https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/us#1 . Responses MUST be received no later than the closing date/time specified in this notice by e-mail. Point of Contact regarding this notice is William Brabson, Contract Specialist at william.brabson@bep.gov Phone: (202) 874-3153 and Tony Sixon, Contracting Officer at tony.sixon@bep.gov Phone: (202) 874-4869