Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8MQW
Delivery Order for Specialized Metal Squeegee Components to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$65.38
Ceiling
$65.38
Awarded
May 27, 2026
Period of Performance
May 27, 2026 – Jun 03, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8MQW
NAICS
423850
This contract is a delivery order awarded under a larger indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract managed by the General Services Administration (GSA). The recipient is National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization committed to providing employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, with a history of supporting federal government procurement through a sole-source contract vehicle. The procurement involves metal blade frames, metal sockets for handles, and corrosion-resistant steel fasteners used in squeegee assemblies. These components are precisely sized and constructed for durability and compatibility with 15/16 inch diameter handles, featuring materials such as brass or stainless steel. The award is significant as it sustains NIB's role in federal supply chains that emphasize social responsibility alongside functional utility. The scope of work covers the timely delivery of these specialized squeegee parts as per stringent specifications, supporting various operational needs within the federal government. This delivery order follows from the umbrella IDIQ contract valued in the hundreds of millions, reinforcing a long-term partnership with federal agencies. The acquisition was conducted through a sole-source method, justified by the limited competition and NIB’s unique mission alignment. The contract period is short-term, spanning approximately one week, indicating a focused, immediate need fulfilled under established terms.
Description
SQUEEGEELADES, METAL BLADE FRAME, AND METAL SOCKET FOR HANDLE (NOT PROVIDED); FASTENERS: CORROSION RESISTANT STEEL; BLADE FRAMEPERMITS INSERTION OF 15/16 INCH NOMINAL DIAMETER HANDLE; BRASS OR STAINLESS STEEL BLADE FRAME; BLADE FRAME 11.75 INCHESLONG