Opportunity
Alaska Online Public Notices #2026-0400-0266
Alaska Department of Revenue Solicits Heat-Applied Cigarette Tax Stamps with Advanced Security Features
Posted
April 01, 2026
Respond By
May 04, 2026
Identifier
2026-0400-0266
NAICS
322220
The State of Alaska Department of Revenue, Tax Division, is seeking a qualified supplier for a multi-year contract to provide heat-applied cigarette tax stamps with advanced security features. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska, Department of Revenue, Tax Division - Products Requested: - Heat-applied cigarette tax stamps (PM and NPM types) - Approximately 17,500,000 PM stamps and 115,000 NPM stamps annually - Packaged as 540,000 stamps per case (36 boxes of 15,000 each) - Security & Technical Requirements: - Stamps must include overt, semi-covert, and covert security features - Roll numbering and individual stamp numbering - UV watermark - Variable image - Taggants - Chemical reagent compatibility or equivalent covert feature - Multi-layer gravure printing process - Bidders must submit: - Samples (including from at least three government agencies or equivalent) - Suggested designs and colors - Confidential security statement detailing anti-counterfeit systems and detection methods - Name of paper manufacturer (may be marked confidential) - Delivery & Performance: - Orders expected twice per year, FOB destination Anchorage, Alaska - Contract term: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2030, with two one-year renewal options (potentially through June 30, 2032) - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $275,000 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified manufacturers with relevant experience
Description
The Alaska Department of Revenue is soliciting bids for a term contract to supply heat applied cigarette tax stamps. The contract involves providing stamps with specific security features including overt, semi-covert, and covert elements to prevent illegal reproduction. Bidders must submit samples, pricing per case, and a confidential security statement detailing their protection system. The contract expects orders twice a year with delivery to Anchorage, Alaska.