PRESSURE SEAL PAPER

The U.S. Census Bureau (USCB) is conducting market research to identify small‑business sources capable of supplying high‑volume Pressure Seal Paper (PSP) for secure, envelope‑free mailing. The requirement calls for 8,400,000 sheets of 8½” × 11” “V‑fold” white pressure‑duplex paper, printed 1‑sided, single‑ink, with no block‑out and an adhesive pattern as specified. Delivery is to be made in three segmented shipments of 2.8 million sheets each (approximately 1,400 cartons per shipment) on May 1, July 1, and September 1 2026. Offerors must demonstrate production capacity, inventory management, on‑time delivery performance, and experience with comparable high‑volume paper projects. The solicitation is a Total Small Business Set‑Aside (NAICS 322220) Sources‑Sought notice; no funds are available and no contract award is implied. Responses must be submitted in Microsoft Word (12‑point Times New Roman), limited to 2‑3 pages, and emailed to Maria Harriell (maria.l.harriell@census.gov) and Rhonda Talbert (rhonda.m.talbert@census.gov) by 12:00 p.m. EST on 20 April 2026. Submissions should include company information, point‑of‑contact details, and answers to the market‑research questions regarding production capacity, lead times, delivery reliability, and relevant past performance. Proprietary data must be clearly marked and segregated.

Notice ID

acab684545c1481ba78fa42bfe37423c

Solicitation Number

NPC-26-8053MHRT

NAICS Code

322220

Classification Code

7530