Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Koenig and Bauer Make Ready Sensors

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is preparing to award a sole‑source contract for the design, fabrication, delivery, installation, set‑up, training, and commissioning of four specialized “make‑ready” sensors for its Super Simultan Offset printing presses at the Washington, DC and Fort Worth, TX facilities. The sensors are proprietary to Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions and are essential for reducing paper waste and maintaining high‑quality production of Federal Reserve notes. The procurement is a brand‑name sole‑source justification; no competitive bids are solicited, and responses are limited to a capabilities statement submitted by the deadline. • Scope: fabrication, delivery, installation, training, and commissioning of four make‑ready sensors. • Vendor: Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions SA – the only source for the proprietary equipment. • Period of Performance: 12‑month contract term starting after award (exact start date not disclosed).