XST-1000 Automatic Shuttle, Interchangeable Die Cutting Heat Seal Machine in a 1-up configuration… and 2 more items

George Mason University awarded a contract to 140 Packaging LLC for the procurement of automatic die cutting and heat seal machinery. The contract, identified as PO05478766, was awarded on September 23, 2026, with a cumulative value of $25,500.00. The equipment is destined for delivery to GMU Central Receiving Warehouse located at 4403 Rivanna River Way, Fairfax, Virginia 22030, with final delivery to Amber Saxton and Evan McIntosh.

The contract encompasses two XST-1000 Automatic Shuttle, Interchangeable Die Cutting Heat Seal Machines in 1-up configuration, each priced at $12,400.00. The first machine is tooled for 1-compartment Vanguard Eco Products compostable fiber trays measuring 8.4" x 5.5" x 1.4", while the second machine is tooled for 2-compartment trays of the same dimensions. The quoted pricing includes base machine cost, tooling design, one complete tooling set per machine (seal heads, dies, knives, and seal pockets), machine programming, and crating. The contract also includes $700.00 for handling charges ($350 per machine). These items are based on Quote #4259 dated August 28, 2026.