SAM #2031ZA26N00063

RFI for Alternative Raw Materials for Currency Substrate Production

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, part of the Department of the Treasury, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to explore alternative raw materials for currency substrate production. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Engraving and Printing (Department of the Treasury, Office of the Chief Procurement Officer) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the RFI - Products/Services Requested: - Information on currency and security paper substrates made from commercially available or emerging alternative raw materials - Focus on materials that could supplement or replace traditional cotton-linen currency paper - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Materials must maintain or improve performance, security, durability, sustainability, and manufacturability compared to current substrates - RFI is for market research and planning purposes only; not a solicitation or commitment to procure - Technical Accessibility: - Seeking innovative solutions for currency paper that meet rigorous government standards

Description

The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify and evaluate currency and security paper substrates manufactured with commercially available and emerging alternative raw materials. The Issuing Organization seeks information regarding paper that could supplement or replace traditional cotton-linen currency paper while maintaining or improving performance, security, durability, sustainability, and manufacturability.

This RFI is issued solely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or commitment to procure products or services.

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