Award

Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8GH5

Delivery Order for AA Alkaline Batteries to National Industries for the Blind

Buyer

Federal Acquisition Service

Award Amount

$73.20

Ceiling

$73.20

Awarded

May 21, 2026

Period of Performance

May 21, 2026 – May 28, 2026

Identifier

47QSSC26F8GH5

NAICS

423850

This contract is a delivery order under an existing Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract awarded to National Industries for the Blind (NIB). NIB is an organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The award procures high-quality, non-rechargeable AA alkaline manganese dioxide batteries conforming to strict standards, with specific packaging and shelf-life requirements to ensure reliability. This contract fulfills a critical supply need for the government by supporting essential battery products used in various applications. The scope includes delivery of the batteries within a short performance window at Alexandria, Virginia. The delivery order is awarded as a sole-source action under the significant $800 million IDIQ contract, justified by NIB's unique role and capability. This recent, short-term order contributes to the ongoing support provided by NIB to the federal government, aligning with efforts to promote social responsibility by employing disabled individuals.

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.

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