Centralized Counting Machines

The Department of the Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing is seeking to procure specialized counting machines for its operations, specifically nine Non-Tabbing Large Sheet Counters with Large Overhead LED Displays and nine Desktop Vacuum Note Counters. The solicitation (ID: 2031ZA25R00021) will result in one or more firm-fixed price contracts, with a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. The Large Sheet Counters must have specific technical capabilities, including a counting speed of up to 2,500 sheets per minute and a 44"x44" stainless air table, while the Desktop Vacuum Currency Note Counters should be capable of counting banded and unbanded notes at high speed. Vendors must submit their quotes by 2:00 PM EST on May 28, 2025, with an expected equipment delivery within 90 days of contract award. The technical evaluation will be conducted in accordance with the solicitation's Section L, focusing on meeting the precise equipment specifications required by the Bureau.

The procurement is exclusively set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 333310, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The place of performance is Washington, DC 20228, and the contract includes four optional one-year maintenance periods for the Large Sheet Counters. Potential delivery timelines suggest some flexibility, with vendors indicating the possibility of an extended delivery window of 18-22 weeks after award. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves purchasing 18 total counting machines with additional maintenance options. The solicitation allows for potential video consultations for service calls and confirms that BEP staff can handle basic maintenance between service visits. Interested small businesses in the Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing sector are invited to submit their quotations, with the government seeking high-precision counting equipment for its specialized operational needs.