Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F83RQ
Delivery Order to National Industries for the Blind for Paper Towels
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$49.92
Ceiling
$49.92
Awarded
May 13, 2026
Period of Performance
May 13, 2026 – May 20, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F83RQ
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order contract issued under a substantial multi-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement originally established by the General Services Administration. The recipient, National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. They supply products and services supporting federal agencies. This particular order involves the procurement of high-quality three-ply paper towels designed for wiping and polishing soft plastic surfaces, meeting stringent specifications for size, strength, and absorbency. The contract exemplifies the government's commitment to supporting social enterprise programs while fulfilling operational supply needs. The scope includes delivering towels conforming to precise physical standards within a short timeframe. This award was made as a delivery order under a sole-source parent contract due to NIB's unique position and qualification in this niche market. The original IDIQ contract was awarded on a sole-source basis because of limited competition and prioritizes sustained support through ongoing modifications. The delivery order's performance period spans one week, indicating timely fulfillment of specific supply requirements.
Description
TOWEL,PAPERNG, WIPING, AND POLISHING SOFT PLASTIC SURFACES; THREE-PLY PAPER MINIMUM; 14.75 INCHES MINIMUM PER SIDE WITH OVERALL AREA OF MINIMUM OF 250.0 SQUARE INCHES; TENSILE STRENGTH 388.0 OUNCES PER INCH DRY AND 78.0 OUNCESPER INCH WET; TOTAL ABSO