50% Sodium Sulfated Castor Oil

Background
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is seeking small business vendors capable of providing 50% sodium sulfated castor oil suitable for use as an ingredient in water-based alkaline wiping solution for currency printing presses. The BEP anticipates establishing an IDIQ contract with a five-year period.

Work Details
The 50% sodium sulfated castor oil shall be suitable for use as an ingredient in water-based alkaline wiping solution for currency printing presses at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. The specific requirements include the capability to provide 50% sodium sulfated castor oil delivered by tank truck or in drums.

The responses to this Notice should include answers to specific questions regarding independent testing, quality assurance tests, material manufacture date, expiration date, quality management system, drum specifications, lead time, supplier change notification, pre-shipment sample provision, impact of Covid-19 pandemic on the supply of material, and risk mitigation strategies.

Period of Performance
The BEP anticipates establishing an IDIQ contract with a five-year period.

Place of Performance
14th & C Streets, S.W., Washington, DC 20228