PRESSURE SEAL PAPER
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 U.S. Census Bureau is soliciting quotes for Pressure Seal Paper (PSP) to be delivered in three segmented orders. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires specific paper specifications for secure, envelope-free mailing. Quotes are due by April 24, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quote (RFQ) seeks to procure 8,400,000 sheets of Pressure Seal Paper. Key specifications include:
- Size: 8 ½" x 11"
- Fold Type: "V" fold Pressure Seal
- Weight: Sub 28lbs White Pressure Duplex
- Printing: Seal Mocr, Prints 1/1, 1 ink Blank based on customer perfs
- Features: NO block out and adhesive pattern The total quantity will be delivered in 2,000 cartons per shipment, amounting to 2.8 million sheets per delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance/Delivery Dates: Three segmented deliveries are required on:
- May 1, 2026
- July 1, 2026
- September 1, 2026
- Quote Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Target Task Order Award Date: April 28, 2026
- Published Date: April 21, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via SEWP's quote portal. The award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Quotes must be technically acceptable, and any quotes with exceptions will not be accepted. Submissions from other than small business concerns will not be accepted.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Maria Harriell (maria.l.harriell@census.gov, 301-763-1640)
- Contracting Officer: Rhonda M. Talbert (rhonda.m.talbert@census.gov, 301-763-1846)
Additional Notes
Invoicing and payment procedures are detailed, including the use of the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Various FAR and CAR clauses are incorporated by reference.