NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE - SPARE PART MAP5336 - BLADE, CARBIDE, KNIVES BASIC MACHINE, KBA P/N L3435033, 1000240878. CUT X BLADE FOR IFS KBA PROPRIETARY PART
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), under the Department of the Treasury, intends to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract to Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions SA (KBBS). This Special Notice is for the procurement of a specific proprietary part: MAP5336 - Blade, Carbide, Knives Basic Machine, KBA P/N L3435033, 1000240878. Cut X blade for ifs KBA Proprietary Part. Interested parties capable of providing this item must submit information by March 31, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a specialized carbide blade, identified as MAP5336, which is a proprietary part for KBA printing machines. This item falls under Product Service Code 3610 (Printing, Duplicating, And Bookbinding Equipment), indicating its use in the BEP's printing operations.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source, Firm-Fixed-Price Contract
- Intended Awardee: Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions SA (KBBS)
- Justification: The Government intends to award this contract utilizing a Justification and Approval in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b).
- Set-Aside: None specified, as this is a sole source notice.
Response Information
This notice serves to inform the public of the BEP's intent. A determination not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received from other sources will be considered solely to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any costs associated with preparing and submitting data or information will not be reimbursed by the Government.
Submission Requirements & Deadline
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Submission Method: Responses MUST be submitted in writing ONLY via email to diane.rollins@treasury.gov and naweed.nezam@treasury.gov.
- Registration: Interested sources must be registered and currently active in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov.