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The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is seeking information on device-assisted security features for future U.S. currency. This is a Request for Information (RFI) for planning purposes only, not a solicitation for a contract.

Scope

Research and development of novel device-assisted security features for U.S. currency.
Features should be difficult to simulate but easy to authenticate with common devices.

Not a solicitation — no awardSubmission: emailDays to respond: 37

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Details

Place of performance: Washington, District of Columbia
Buyer type: Federal
Notice type: Sources Sought
Solicitation no.: 2031ZA26N00007
NAICS: NAICS 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)): 108 open RFPs
PSC: PSC AJ13: 3 open RFPs
Evaluation: n/a, market research from notice
Local presence: Not required
Amendments: None since Nov 14, 2025
Contact: Kevin Ibershoff
Office: BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING · OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Email: kevin.ibershoff@bep.gov

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Key dates

Fri, Nov 14, 2025Posted

Not statedQuestions due

Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · 2:00 PM ETResponses due · 37 days left

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verified Fri, Oct 9 · 12:30 AM ET

No amendments since posting on Fri, Nov 14, 2025; verified Fri, Oct 9 · 12:30 AM ET.

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Notice as published

Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) Request for Information (RFI) - Device Assisted Security Features - FY26

See attached RFI: "2031ZA26N00007- RFI Device Assisted Security Features"

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Sep 15, 2026AUTHENTIX, INCTRUFFLES III TASK ORDER 08 FOR OVERT SECURITY FEATURES.2031ZA26F00470 · DELIVERY ORDER · Bureau of Engraving and Printing · ends Sep 16, 2027$6.8M

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