Video Spectral Comparator (VSC) Maintenance Services
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 Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) intends to award a non-personal services contract for Video Spectral Comparator (VSC) Maintenance Services at its District Currency Facility (DCF) in Washington, DC. This is a sole source action to Foster & Freeman USA Inc. under national security authority (RFO 6.103-6).
Scope of Work
This contract will provide essential maintenance services for Video Spectral Comparators (VSC). The services are non-personal, meaning the Government will not supervise or control the contractor's service providers, who will be accountable solely to the Contractor.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Notice of Proposed Contract Action)
- Award Type: Sole Source
- Sole Source Justification: National Security (RFO 6.103-6)
- Intended Awardee: Foster & Freeman USA Inc.
- Product/Service Code: J066 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Instruments And Laboratory Equipment)
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: July 1, 2026
- Estimated Response Date: July 15, 2026 (subject to change)
Additional Notes
This announcement serves as a notice of intent. For inquiries, contact JerKendra Holloway at jerkendra.holloway@bep.gov.