WCF Plastics Trays for Manufacturing
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), under the Department of the Treasury, is soliciting proposals for the fabrication and delivery of plastic trays for its Ft. Worth, TX Currency Facility. This requirement is for 1,000 Upper (Middle) plastic trays and 250 Bottom plastic trays to support the drying and separation of wet work in the printing process. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due by February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall fabricate and deliver plastic trays (Upper Tray: 55222BU, Bottom Tray: 55222BV) designed to be placed into carts for the drying and separation of wet work after Intaglio printing. Deliveries will be made to the Western Currency Facility in Fort Worth, TX.
Technical Requirements
Trays must conform to BEP drawings (Attachment A for Upper Tray, Attachment B for Bottom Tray). Key specifications include:
- Quantities: 1,000 Upper (Middle) trays and 250 Bottom trays.
- Material: Polyethylene (HDPE or LLDPE), with optional steel reinforcement.
- Colors: Upper Tray (55222BU) shall be Blue (RGB 28-94-138); Bottom Tray (55222BV) shall be Green (RGB 74-96-58).
- Weight Limits: Upper Tray not to exceed 18 lbs; Bottom Tray not to exceed 20 lbs.
- Performance: Must support a minimum uniformly distributed static load of 320 lbs with less than 20 mm deflection after 5 days.
- Quality: Surfaces must be free from sharp edges, burrs, and mold flash. Trays must be identified with manufacturer's name and date.
- Drawings: Detailed engineering drawings specify dimensions, tolerances, and construction notes. CAD models will not be provided to vendors; bidders must use the provided drawings.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Delivery: Initial delivery of three (3) upper and three (3) bottom trays for testing within 90 days after contract award. All additional trays to be delivered within 90 days after testing is completed. Staggered deliveries will be considered.
- Warranty: One (1) year from full acceptance, covering parts, labor, and shipping. Defective trays must be replaced within two (2) weeks.
- Inspection: BEP reserves the right to inspect. Final acceptance requires 90 days of issue-free utilization.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time.
- Questions Due: January 12, 2026, by 12:00 PM CST (past deadline).
- Submission Method: Offers can be submitted on SF 1449 or letterhead stationery.
- Evaluation: Based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Factors include Technical Approach (max 15 pages), Past Performance (max 6 pages), and Pricing. Vendors should include technical details of their proposed manufacturing process.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- NAICS Code: 326199 (All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing).
Key Clarifications
- The "Middle" trays mentioned in the solicitation are synonymous with the "Upper" trays in the drawings.
- Existing tooling is not available.
- Vendors may propose injection molding but are responsible for their manufacturing methodology and tooling.
- CAD models can be discussed post-award.