Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F868R
Delivery Order for Mess Tray Procurement to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$410.04
Ceiling
$410.04
Awarded
May 14, 2026
Period of Performance
May 14, 2026 – May 21, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F868R
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract under the broader Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract previously established by the General Services Administration (GSA) with National Industries for the Blind (NIB). The recipient, NIB, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, aligning its mission with federal procurement needs. The specific product procured is compartmentalized mess trays, a key supply item likely supporting military or federal food service operations. This contract plays a significant role in enabling the agency to maintain operational readiness with essential dining ware while promoting social responsibility through employment of disabled workers. The scope involves delivery of these mess trays to a performance location in Alexandria, Virginia, over a short, defined timeframe in May 2026. The award followed a sole-source process, justified by the unique capabilities of the NIB and continuity under the parent IDIQ contract awarded on a sole-source basis due to limited competition in this specialized field. The contract continues the strategic partnership initiated in 2021, ensuring uninterrupted service and support to the federal government.
Description
TRAY,MESS,COMPARTME