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RFI0002-26 Toner Refill.docx | DOCX | Apr 22, 2026 |
RFI0002-26 Toner Cartridge Refill
Contact and place of performance
Josh Hassler
Bryan, TX 77803
USA
The federal program seeks information from qualified organizations capable of supporting a remanufacturing operation for ink and toner cartridges within a federal correctional facility environment. Under agency supervision, inmate workers will disassemble, clean, repair, test, and reassemble previously used printer cartridges for sale through an agency-managed e‑commerce platform. The agency will provide workspace, i...
View moreThe partner will furnish specialized equipment as required and will provide all necessary materials for remanufacturing, including empty cartridges, inks, toners, components, chips, and packaging. All materials must comply with applicable intellectual property requirements, and the partner must ensure its vendors undergo appropriate IPR vetting.
The partner will operate a quality assurance program to ensure that finished products meet standards for completeness, quality, and packaging durability. The partner will also assume liability for damages caused by its negligence and agree to limitations on recoverable damages. Neither party will be responsible for consequential or punitive damages. Inmate workers will remain under agency authority and will not be considered employees of the partner.
The agency’s name may not be used in advertising or marketing without prior written approval. Profit‑sharing is anticipated, with the partner receiving an agreed-upon portion of net monthly proceeds.
UNICOR, FPI is seeking information about the Contractor’s capability to provide goods and services as detailed in the summary.
Required Information:
Any questions as a result of this Request for Information (RFI) shall be addressed in writing to [email protected] no later than 12:00pm on May 1, 2026. No phone calls will be accepted.
Response Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026 @ 10:00am EST.
Responses shall be sent via email only to [email protected].
Please review the attached document for details.
Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR) issued this sources sought notice, under solicitation number RFI0002-26, to identify qualified organizations capable of supporting a remanufacturing operation for ink and toner cartridges at a federal correctional facility in Bryan, Texas. The program involves inmate workers disassembling, cleaning, repairing, and reassembling used printer cartridges for sale via an agency-managed e-commerce platform. While the agency provides workspace, secure storage, utilities, and inmate supervision, the selected partner must furnish specialized equipment, raw materials, empty cartridges, and components compliant with intellectual property requirements. The partner is also responsible for training inmates on assembly and quality control, providing product specifications and photography for marketing, and conducting outbound sales outreach to federal prospects.
This requirement is classified under NAICS 325992 Photographic Film, Paper, Plate, Chemical, and Copy Toner Manufacturing and PSC R706 SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT. The anticipated arrangement involves a profit-sharing model where the partner receives a portion of net monthly proceeds. Responsibility for quality assurance, inventory management, and technical support—including on-site, remote, and refresher sessions—rests with the partner, who must also cover all training and travel costs. Inmate workers remain under agency authority and are not considered employees of the partner.
Interested parties must submit company profiles, business size, socio-economic categories, and relevant market or cost data to the point of contact, Josh Hassler. The notice includes one attachment titled RFI0002-26 Toner Refill.docx, which was published on April 22, 2026. All questions regarding this request for information are due by 12:00 p.m. on May 1, 2026, and final responses must be submitted via email by May 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST.
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