Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F83GF
Delivery Order for Non-Rechargeable AA Batteries to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$73.20
Ceiling
$73.20
Awarded
May 13, 2026
Period of Performance
May 13, 2026 – May 20, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F83GF
NAICS
423850
This contract represents a delivery order under a multi-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract awarded to National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization specializing in providing employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The awarded delivery order procures non-rechargeable Type II alkaline manganese dioxide AA batteries, meeting specific standards for quality, shelf life, and packaging. The contract is significant, enabling the federal government to secure reliable supply of essential items while supporting a socially impactful mission. The scope of work encompasses the delivery of these batteries within a short, defined time frame to Alexandria, Virginia, ensuring operational readiness for military or civilian use. This award was made as a subsequent delivery order under the established IDIQ contract awarded on a sole-source basis to NIB due to its unique capabilities and limited competition. The ongoing IDIQ contract provides a long-term framework supporting multiple orders like this, reaffirming the government's commitment to inclusive procurement and consistent supply chain management.
Description
BATTERY,NONRECHARGE18.1. TYPE II-ALKALINEMANGANESE DIOXIDE, ANSI/NEDA NO.15A, CONSUMERSZ. DESIGNATION ''AA'', NOMINAL VOLTAGE 1.5.UNIT OF ISSUE IS PKG OF4, MAX. AGE ON DELIVERYIS 150 DAYS. EXPIRATIONDATE, MIN. OF 36 MOS.AFTER DATE OF MANUFACTURE.