Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8345
Delivery Order for Non-Rechargeable Alkaline Batteries to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$925.50
Ceiling
$925.50
Awarded
May 13, 2026
Period of Performance
May 13, 2026 – May 20, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8345
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order contract issued under a substantial indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) prime contract held by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), a prominent organization providing employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. The contract involves the procurement of non-rechargeable alkaline manganese dioxide batteries, specifically consumer size 'C' cells packaged in sets of four, meeting strict manufacturing and shelf-life requirements. The significance of this contract lies in its support of NIB’s broader mission through a key supply chain service that facilitates federal agency operations requiring reliable power sources. The scope of work covers the timely delivery of these batteries ensuring quality and compliance with specified standards. This order was awarded on a sole-source basis, consistent with the parent contract's approach justified by specialized needs and limited competition in this procurement area. The delivery is slated for a concise timeframe within a one-week period, highlighting the contract's role in fulfilling immediate operational supplies. The parent contract under which this delivery order was issued represents a long-term, multi-year agreement supporting direct delivery services to military and civilian customers, underscoring the strategic relationship between NIB and the federal government.
Description
BATTERY,NONRECHARGE18.1. TYPE II-ALKALINEMANGANESE DIOXIDE BATTERY, ANSI/NEDA NO.14A.CONSUMER SZ. DESIGNATION ''C'', NOMINAL VOLTAGE1.5. UNIT OF ISSUE IS PKG OF 4, MAX AGE ONDELIVERY 150DAYS, EXPITATION DATE, MIN OF 36MOS. AFTER DATEOF MANUFACTURE.