TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE › US MINT HEADQUARTERS
Posted Mar 27, 2026
Due Apr 30, 2026
Sol # 2031JG26N00001
AI Summary
• The U.S. Mint is seeking market research for alternative commercial distribution mechanisms to accelerate the circulation of circulating anniversary coins.
• This is an unrestricted full and open competition under NAICS codes relevant to coin manufacturing, packaging, and distribution.
• Information on accelerated distribution models with increased reach and integrity is sought to support traditional banking channels.
Based on the provided text:
- Bullet 1: The U.S. Mint seeks information on alternative commercial distribution mechanisms for circulating anniversary coins.
- Bullet 2: This solicitation is open to all interested parties without any set-asides or restrictions by small businesses due to being a Market Research Request for Information (RFI).
- As no key technical requirements, scope, or deadline are mentioned in the RFI text, there's no additional relevant information provided.
Description
Notice This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for market research purposes only. This RFI does not constitute a solicitation, Request for Proposal (RFP), or commitment to award a contract or agreement of any kind. Responses are voluntary. The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with preparation or submission of a response. Information obtained through this RFI may be used to refine acquisition strategy, assess industry capability, and evaluate potential alternate distribution approaches. 2. Background The U.S. Mint authorized the production of standard circulating legal tender coins commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States (Semiquincentennial). These coins are intended for general circulation and transactional use. Under traditional distribution, coins are produced and supplied through the Federal Reserve System to depository institutions and subsequently enter commerce through standard banking and retail channels. Due to reduced coin demand through traditional banking channels, there is interest in assessing alternative commercial distribution mechanisms capable of accelerating circulation and increasing geographic availability within the current calendar year. 3. Objective The objective of this RFI is to determine whether qualified commercial entities possess the capability and infrastructure to support accelerated distribution of circulating anniversary coins into active commerce nationwide. The U.S. Mint seeks information on distribution models that: Increase circulation velocity Expand geographic reach Maintain coin integrity and legal tender status Preserve public trust and equitable access 4. Scope of Interest The U.S. Mint is seeking responses from entities that: Operate high-volume retail transaction networks Manage national or regional coin handling operations Provide armored carrier or cash logistics services Operate coin-operated equipment networks Serve cash-intensive industries Maintain national vending or point-of-sale networks Respondents may propose one or more distribution models capable of injecting circulating coinage into daily commercial transactions. 5. Information Requested Respondents are requested to provide the following: A. Corporate Information Legal entity name Business size classification Headquarters location Description of core business operations Relevant experience in coin or currency handling B. Distribution Capability Annual volume of coin processed (by denomination, if applicable) Number of retail or transaction locations Geographic coverage (states/regions served) Average monthly coin throughput Ability to distribute new coin inventory within 30–60 days C. Operational Infrastructure Coin handling and storage procedures Security and custody controls Inventory management systems Reporting capabilities (frequency and format) Traceability mechanisms (if available) D. Implementation Approach Proposed method to inject anniversary coins into active circulation Estimated month…
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