Brush, Wiper

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is seeking quotes for 700 units of Brush, Wiper, SOI Press, Four Row, with polypropylene bristles, classified under NAICS code 333248 for Industrial Machinery Manufacturing. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a Firm Fixed Price procurement for commercial items, prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations. Potential vendors must submit quotes via email to William.corleyII@bep.gov by December 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM, and include firm fixed pricing in U.S. dollars, technical item descriptions, and their DUNS or CAGE code. The government will evaluate quotes using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with pricing held firm for 60 calendar days. The procurement process allows for potential award without discussions, though the Contracting Officer reserves the right to conduct them if necessary.

The solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, targeting smaller enterprises within the industrial machinery manufacturing sector. Delivery of the procured wiping brushes will be to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing facility located at 9000 Blue Mound in Fort Worth, Texas. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement anticipates multiple firm-fixed-price awards for the 700 unit requirement. The government expects vendors to include shipping costs in their pricing and provide comprehensive technical specifications for the industrial brushes. Prospective contractors should note the 60-day pricing firm period and be prepared to meet the technical requirements for these specialized wiping brushes used in press operations.