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Security Substrate Development & Supply

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

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The Security Substrate Development and Supply subcontract involves the creation and provision of advanced paper or polymer banknote substrates for prime contractors working on Bureau of Engraving and Printing currency projects. The primary objective is to integrate overt security features directly into the substrate material to effectively prevent digital reproduction and counterfeit simulation. All deliverables must strictly adhere to BEP standards regarding production compatibility, environmental acceptability, and overall durability. This project, managed under the Department of the Treasury, requires the delivery of technical descriptions and preliminary substrate samples. Performance is centered in Washington, and the contract falls under NAICS code 322121. The response deadline for this opportunity is set for November 15, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for secure banknote substrates for BEP projects, deadline November 15, 2026.

Agency

Department Of The Treasury → Bureau Of Engraving And Printing

NAICS

322121 - Paper (except Newsprint) Mills

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 2031ZA26N00006.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) Request for Information (RFI) - R&D Overt 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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Supplies and develops novel banknote substrates (paper or polymer) for prime contractors on Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) currency projects. Integrates overt security features directly into the substrate material to prevent counterfeit simulation and digital reproduction. Must meet BEP standards for durability, environmental acceptability, and production compatibility. Delivers preliminary substrate samples and technical descriptions.

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