Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F82AT
Short-Term Delivery Order for Forks Awarded to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$71.02
Ceiling
$71.02
Awarded
May 12, 2026
Period of Performance
May 12, 2026 – May 19, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F82AT
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract under a larger indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) agreement previously established by the General Services Administration (GSA) with National Industries for the Blind (NIB). NIB, a prominent organization dedicated to providing employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, received this contract to supply forks, specifically picnic forks, supporting federal needs. The contract's significance lies in its role within a wider mission to promote social impact by employing disabled individuals while meeting government procurement requirements. The scope involves the direct delivery of specified utensils within a one-week performance period at a government facility in Alexandria, Virginia. This delivery order is part of a substantial single-award IDIQ contract valued in the hundreds of millions, emphasizing ongoing government reliance on NIB's products and services. Awarded on a sole-source basis, the order aligns with the limited competition nature of the parent contract. Key timeline details include the brief contract period beginning and ending in May 2026, showcasing an agile, short-term supply provision consistent with government operational needs.
Description
FORK,PICNIC