RFQ 2031ZA25Q00208 Q_A updated 8.19.25.pdf
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This document is a Questions & Answers memorandum from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) regarding a platinum replating contract for titanium anodes, Notice ID 2031ZA25Q00208. The requirement is for a new contract with no incumbent, though 22 of 27 titanium anodes were previously purchased under award #2031ZA19P00604. The memorandum addresses three key questions from potential contractors: contract newness, alternative technical approaches, and shipping responsibilities.
Specifically, the BEP rejected two proposed alternative methods suggested by a potential subcontractor for platinum-clad niobium mesh application, stating these options are outside the Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements and not technically acceptable. The agency confirmed it will be responsible for shipping the items to the vendor at BEP's cost. The document provides a Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) link for additional details about the previous related purchase.
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BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING | OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20228
DATE: August 19, 2025
MEMORANDUM FOR: Platinum Replating of Titanium Anodes – Notice ID 2031ZA25Q00208
SUBJECT: Questions & Answers
1. Q: We would like to know if this is a brand-new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?
A: This requirement for platinum replating services is new and there is no incumbent.
However, in a related purchase, 22 of the 27 Titanium Anodes that require platinum replating under this requirement were last purchased under award # 2031ZA19P00604.
Please see FPDS for full award details:
https://www.fpds.gov/ezsearch/fpdsportal?indexName=awardfull&templateName=1.5.
3&s=FPDS.GOV&q=2031ZA19P00604&x=16&y=15.
2. Q: We would like to ask if you can consider the following options our subcontractor suggested.
• Weld our platinum-clad niobium mesh onto the existing platinum-plated titanium anodes.
OR
• Frame our platinum-clad niobium mesh onto PVC piping or newly made Ti rods.
A: These suggestions are outside the scope of the PWS requirements and will not be considered technically acceptable.
3. Q: Can you confirm whether you are responsible for shipping the item at your cost to the contractor's facility?
A: Yes, shipping to the vendor will be at BEP cost.
https://www.fpds.gov/ezsearch/fpdsportal?indexName=awardfull&templateName=1.5.3&s=FPDS.GOV&q=2031ZA19P00604&x=16&y=15 https://www.fpds.gov/ezsearch/fpdsportal?indexName=awardfull&templateName=1.5.3&s=FPDS.GOV&q=2031ZA19P00604&x=16&y=15
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