Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8GJ7

Delivery Order for Specialized Paring Knives to Support Federal Operations

This award represents a delivery order 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 the procurement of specialized paring knives with specific blade dimensions and packaging requirements that prohibit plastic materials. This delivery order is part of a larger, significant indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract under the General Services Administration (GSA) that facilitates direct delivery services to military and civilian federal customers. The significance of this contract lies in its dual role of fulfilling critical operational needs for federal agencies while supporting the employment mission of NIB. The scope covers the provision and delivery of these specific knives within a short timeframe, reflecting a targeted procurement to meet precise agency needs. The contract was awarded under an existing sole-source IDIQ contract due to the specialized nature of the products and the organizational mission, justifying limited competition. The performance period for this delivery order is a concise one-week window, indicating a rapid fulfillment requirement. This award underscores the federal commitment to contracting with organizations that promote workforce inclusion for disabled individuals while supplying essential goods.

Description

KNIFE,PARING-A-2733. TYPE V - 3-1/4IN. BLADE. PLASTIC PACKAGING AND/PACKING MATERIALS PROHIBITED.

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