Solicitation for United States Mint Die Steel, requiring high-grade steel in bar form for coinage dies. Specifications include various steel grades (****, A2, A9, L6, S7) with detailed chemical composition, dimensions, and quality requirements. Delivery to Philadelphia and Denver facilities. Engineering support for new alloy development is also sought. Questions are due by July 13, 2026. Vendor presentations are scheduled for late July. First article samples are required for new suppliers.
Delivery destinations and schedules will be determined at the time of order placement. Specific delivery dates for Philadelphia are by August 2025, and for Denver by February **** (note: this date appears to be historical and may be a typo in the source document, likely referring to a past contract or a placeholder).
Payment is due 30 calendar days after the later of the paying office receiving a proper invoice or the United States Mint accepting goods or services. Payments are made via electronic funds transfer.
Contractor warrants that goods and services comply with contract requirements and are free from defects for three years after acceptance. Latent defects must be corrected by the contractor.
For new suppliers, first article samples must be manufactured using the intended production equipment, tools, and processes. Approval of these samples is required before starting production quantities.
Failure to meet deadlines without written extension constitutes a material breach. Non-conforming supplies may be rejected, requiring correction or replacement at the contractor's cost.
Access to United States Mint premises is not anticipated. If required, special security procedures will be communicated by the contracting officer.
First article samples are required for new suppliers. Samples for testing are also required for each delivery of die steel, approximately six inches long, from each VAR ingot or process lot.
Disputes are resolved through negotiations. If an agreement is not reached, a written claim must be submitted to the contracting officer within 30 days of the CFO's decision if appealing.
Failure to comply with contract terms, including timely delivery, meeting material requirements, or providing erroneous certifications, may lead to termination for default.
