Alternative Raw Materials for Currency Substrate Production
Sources Sought from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, for work in Washington, District of Columbia. Due Dec 11, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-5), 54 days left.
| Solicitation number | 2031ZA26N00063 |
|---|---|
| Agency | Bureau of Engraving and Printing |
| Office | Office of the Chief Procurement Officer |
| Notice type | Sources Sought |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Paper Mills (322120) |
| Product or service code | 9310 |
| Place of performance | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Posted | Sep 28, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Dec 11, 2026, 5:00 PM (UTC-5) (54 days left) |
Official notice and attachments
Description
The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify and evaluate currency and security paper substrates manufactured with commercially available and emerging alternative raw materials. The Issuing Organization seeks information regarding paper that could supplement or replace traditional cotton-linen currency paper while maintaining or improving performance, security, durability, sustainability, and manufacturability.
This RFI is issued solely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or commitment to procure products or services.