Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F86A9
Short-Term Shipping Box Delivery to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$449.82
Ceiling
$449.82
Awarded
May 14, 2026
Period of Performance
May 14, 2026 – May 21, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F86A9
NAICS
453210
This award represents a delivery order contract for shipping boxes made of softwood or similar materials, procured to support the operational needs of the National Industries for the Blind (NIB). NIB is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, and this contract supports their ongoing supply chain requirements. The procurement involves a modest quantity of durable shipping boxes delivered to a facility in Earth City, Missouri, serving as essential packaging materials for distributing goods. This contract is significant as it contributes to NIB's mission by facilitating efficient logistics and product distribution, indirectly supporting workforce inclusivity initiatives in the public sector. The delivery order falls under a much larger indefinite delivery contract previously awarded by the General Services Administration (GSA), known as a non-competitive IDV contract with a multi-billion-dollar ceiling focused on office and related supplies. The current contract was awarded on a sole-source basis as part of this existing vehicle, ensuring timely delivery within a short, one-week performance period. The contract timeline highlights responsiveness to immediate supply needs within a narrow timeframe, reflecting a well-structured procurement under a standing government contract framework.
Description
BOX, SHIPPING, S/W, WR