Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills

The NAICS 3221 category encompasses Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills, which produce a wide range of paper-based products for government and commercial use. These facilities manufacture specialized papers including currency paper, bogus paper, news print, packaging materials, and technical specification papers. The category includes manufacturers capable of producing high-precision paper products with specific technical requirements, including security features, weight specifications, and specialized dimensions.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant government demand for specialized paper products across multiple agencies. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has awarded multiple contracts for bogus paper with values ranging from $5,000 to over $1.5 million, typically structured as small business set-asides under NAICS code 322120. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing has solicited contracts for distinctive currency paper manufacturing, emphasizing domestic production requirements under the Conte Amendment. Contract durations generally range from one to three years, with delivery locations spanning domestic and international military installations.

Recent federal contract opportunities include solicitations for diverse paper products from agencies like the U.S. Department of State, Government Publishing Office, Social Security Administration, and the Department of Justice. Specific requirements include news summary service paper, specialty papers, envelopes, corrugated containers, GED classroom books, and technical specification papers for currency production. Most opportunities are structured as small business set-asides or full and open competitions, with performance locations primarily in the continental United States, including Maryland, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Washington D.C. Evaluation criteria typically focus on technical capability, past performance, and price competitiveness.