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Hidden Machine Readable Security Features Development

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Response Deadline11/15/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract with the Bureau of Engraving and Printing under the Department of the Treasury focuses on the development of hidden machine readable security features for government security projects. The project involves utilizing specialized material science to research and design covert authentication markers and anti counterfeiting technology that remain invisible to the human eye but can be detected by machines. The contractor is responsible for delivering comprehensive technical specifications and prototypes for these covert security markers. This work is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is based in Washington. The opportunity was posted on November 14, 2025, with a response deadline set for November 15, 2026.

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Subcontract for Bureau of Engraving and Printing to develop machine readable security features.

Agency

Department Of The Treasury → Bureau Of Engraving And Printing

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 2031ZA26N00005.

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Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) Request for Information (RFI) - R&D Hidden Machine-Readable Security Features - FY26

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Timeline

PostedNov 14

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Response DeadlineNov 15

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11/15/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTCin 24 days

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AgencyDepartment Of The Treasury → Bureau Of Engraving And Printing

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of The Treasury → Bureau Of Engraving And Printing

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Develops hidden machine readable security features for prime contractors on government security projects. Researches and designs covert authentication markers and anti-counterfeiting technology using specialized material science to create features readable by machines but invisible to the naked eye. Delivers technical specifications and prototypes for covert security markers.

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