Notice of Intent to Sole Source Anchor NBX Box
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 the Treasury, Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), through its Common Services Center, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of 200 Anchor NBX Boxes (BEP Part MAP 5651). These proprietary parts are required for various press machines at the Western Currency Facility (WCF) to maintain currency manufacturing processes. The Government intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to either Zeiser Inc. or Koenig & Bauer (K&B) Banknote Solutions, as these are the only known sources for the proprietary item, in accordance with FAR Subpart 6.302-1(a)(2)(c).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the time-based replenishment procurement of 200 units of the Anchor, Horizontal, For NBX Box (ZEISER P/N AFD7, KBA P/N 1002406890). The objective is to procure needed inventory spare, repair, and supporting parts to maintain the BEP currency manufacturing process, aiming to minimize over-purchases and out-of-stock items. Deliverables include receiving the correct item and quantity by the need-by date, 120 days after contract award, at the Western Currency Facility, Fort Worth, Texas.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: April 17, 2026
- Delivery Period: 120 days after contract award
Submission & Eligibility
This notice is not a request for competitive offers, quotes, or proposals, and the solicitation will not be posted. However, interested sources may submit capability statements, comments, questions, or concerns via email ONLY to Melva.Robinson@treasury.gov. Information received will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. Any costs incurred in responding are the sole responsibility of the respondent. Interested sources must be registered and currently active in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
Contracting Office
Treasury Common Services Center, Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM) 14th & C Streets SW, Washington, DC 20228