HVAC Materials for Filter Production Line

UNICOR (Federal Prison Industries, Inc.), a Department of Justice corporation, intends to solicit HVAC filter manufacturing materials with a 1-year base period and four option years, with an RFI response deadline of September 21, 2026. This is a sources sought notice and request for information for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract.

UNICOR manufactures and distributes HVAC filters to federal agencies nationwide. Respondents must provide comprehensive information across seven areas: company manufacturing capabilities, production lead times, supply chain data, and relevant certifications; a complete list of required materials for HVAC filter production (filter media, frames, adhesives, gaskets) with specifications, grades, and performance characteristics; unit pricing for each material with volume-based discounts, freight terms, delivery timelines, payment conditions, and price adjustment mechanisms; quality requirements including minimum standards, industry certifications (ISO, UL), material suitability descriptions, and quality assurance procedures with applicable certification numbers and testing laboratory information; quantity requirements for individual materials, consignment inventory options at government locations with inventory management capabilities, and order flexibility; and cost-saving proposals that maintain quality and performance.

Responses must be submitted by email only to Renee Stancil at Renee.Stancil@usdoj.gov no later than 2:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026. The procurement is categorized under NAICS 333413 (Industrial and Commercial Fan and Blower and Air Purification Equipment Manufacturing) and PSC 4460 (Air Purification Equipment). No set-aside applies.