INJECTION MOLDING PELLETS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Justice, specifically FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC (UNICOR), has issued a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research for Injection Molding Pellets. This RFI seeks pricing and capability information for various plastic injection molding materials to be used at the UNICOR Butner Optical facility in Butner, NC. Responses are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFI focuses on identifying vendors capable of supplying materials for plastic injection molding. Key requirements include:
- Materials must meet FDA Food Grade Materials requirements (FDA 21 CFR 177.1520).
- Specific interest in a medium flow Polypropylene (PP) copolymer suitable for high-speed injection molding, with detailed physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties outlined.
- Also requested are specific Polypro P00 (polypropylene random copolymer) materials (natural, tan, orange, amber pellets) suitable for applications such as potable water systems and industrial piping.
- Desired delivery is fifteen (15) days or sooner after the issuance of each delivery order.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) – This is for market research only and is not a solicitation for contract award.
- Set-Aside: None specified for this RFI. Vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration.
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET.
- Published: March 5, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors must submit pricing and company information in writing. Pricing must include shipping costs. Submissions should be sent to Chad Privett at chad.privett2@usdoj.gov. Required information includes:
- SAM Unique Entity ID
- Point of Contact
- Telephone & Fax Number
- Email Address
- Business Size Vendors must maintain an active registration in SAM.gov. Responses will inform future procurement decisions.
Additional Notes
Similar specifications to those suggested for the PP copolymer may be acceptable. The RFI provides detailed specifications for the polypropylene materials.