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U.S. Department of Justice

Federal Bureau of Prisons

May 1, 2009

UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, is soliciting proposals under Request for Proposal CT1944-09 for a commercial item, thread, various types for use in manufacturing bedding mattresses for sale to federal government agencies. The finished goods will be made at USP Atlanta, GA. This acquisition is Set-Aside 100% for Small Business and will result in a 2 year Requirements type contract with 2 Options. Please read all posted documents carefully, in order to fully understand and comply with the proposal submission requirements. This acquisition is NOT domestic USA only. However, the Trade Agreements FAR 52.225-5 clause is applicable. Only designated countries as listed by name in this clause can source the thread if it is NOT domestic USA. You have the ability to complete your Representations and Certifications online at orca.bpn.gov. See the Representations & Certifications clause in the solicitation. If not completed online, paragraphs (c) through (m) of this provision should be completed.

Your DUNS number must be included on the 1449 Form. Put it in box 17a with name, address and phone. Give special attention to the proposal submission requirements on page 15 of the solicitation. It lists 5 specific documents/forms that must be submitted as a part of your offer. Please include all 5 or your proposal may be deemed to be non-responsive and not considered at all. A Letterhead with Point of Contact information is greatly appreciated-voice and fax numbers and e-mail address, so you can be contacted if needed.

The proposals are due May 19, 2009 2 pm ET. Use overnight delivery service such as FedEx or UPS.

Please submit one original copy of the proposal signed by an individual authorized to bind the offer. Faxed proposals will not be accepted. The proposal should be sent to the address below.

UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc.

ATTN: Michael Boucher 400 First Street, NW 6th Floor, Clothing & Textiles Washington, DC 20534

Should you have further questions feel free to contact me at 202-514-5104 or e-mail mboucher@central.unicor.gov

Michael S. Boucher Contracting Officer FPI Central Office