Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8H02
Sole-Source Delivery Order for Metal Cutting Shears to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$57.70
Ceiling
$57.70
Awarded
May 21, 2026
Period of Performance
May 21, 2026 – May 28, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8H02
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order contract placed with the National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract involves the procurement of hand metal cutting shears, underscoring the importance of supporting accessible employment while fulfilling federal supply needs. The contract is issued as a follow-on to a substantial single-award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract managed by the General Services Administration (GSA). This underlying IDIQ contract, awarded on a sole-source basis due to limited competition in this specialized field, facilitates direct delivery services to military and civilian government customers. The current delivery order extends over a brief, specified timeframe, focusing on timely provision of these specialized tools. Performance location is Alexandria, VA, consolidating logistics and distribution within this federal area. The acquisition supports government goals by partnering with a mission-driven supplier, enhancing federal procurement’s social and operational impact.
Description
SHEARS,METAL CUTTING,HAND