Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8F1Z
Delivery Order for Specialty Brushes to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$28.38
Ceiling
$28.38
Awarded
May 21, 2026
Period of Performance
May 21, 2026 – May 28, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8F1Z
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order under a larger indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract awarded to National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization dedicated to providing employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract involves procuring specialized brushes made from bencholypropylene plastic blocks with horsehair and tampico fill materials. These brushes are detailed with specific dimensions and materials, reflecting a niche product required by the government. The significance of this delivery order lies in its support of the broader IDIQ contract established by the General Services Administration (GSA), which enables NIB to fulfill federal supply needs while promoting social impact employment. The scope covers the production and delivery of these brushes with precise specifications. This order follows a sole-source arrangement justified by limited competitive presence in this specialized field. The timeline for this delivery order is a short-term, one-week period within a multi-year contract framework, ensuring timely delivery of these goods to the government facility in Alexandria, Virginia. This award contributes to the sustained collaboration between the government and NIB, highlighting the importance of social enterprise participation in federal procurement.
Description
BRUSH,DUSTING,BENCHOLYPROPYLENE PLASTIC BLOCK; OVERALL LENGTH 13 INCHES; BLOCK THICKNESS 0.813 INCH; BRUSH PART LENGTH 8 INCHES; BRUSH PART WIDTH 1.75 INCHES; FILL MATERIAL 100 PERCENT HORSEHAIR, 100 PERCENT TAMPICO, OR 50/50 BLEND OFHORSEHAIR AND PO