INJECTION MOLDING RAW MATERIAL
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
Federal Prison Industries (UNICOR), under the Department of Justice, is soliciting proposals for a single purchase of Injection Molding Raw Materials. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks various plastic pellets for their Butner Optical facility in Butner, NC. The materials must meet specific technical and FDA Food Grade standards. Offers are due by April 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of specific raw materials for plastic injection molding, including "POLY PRO FDA NATURAL PELLETS," "POLY PRO FDA TAN PELLETS," "POLY PRO FDA ORANGE PELLETS," and "POLY PRO FDA AMBER PELLETS." All materials must adhere to FDA Food Grade standards (FDA 21 CFR 177.1520), with similar specifications potentially acceptable upon written approval from the Contracting Officer. Desired delivery is within fifteen (15) days or sooner after contract award, and all submitted pricing must be inclusive of shipping costs.
Contract Details
This is a Solicitation for an indefinite quantity contract, with an estimated period of performance concluding on February 28, 2027. It is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The contract incorporates various standard clauses and provisions for commercial products and services, covering aspects such as inspection, acceptance, payment terms, warranty, and compliance with government contract laws.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit pricing in writing to Chad Privett at chad.privett2@usdoj.gov. All communications regarding this solicitation must be in writing. Submissions must include the vendor's SAM Unique Entity ID, Point of Contact, Telephone/Fax, Email Address, and Business Size. An active registration in SAM.gov is mandatory. Offers will be evaluated with technical factors (meeting specifications in Section B) being more important than price. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them. Offers must remain firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt date.
Key Dates
- Published Date: April 7, 2026
- Offer Due Date: April 17, 2026