Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8N1A

Small-Scale Delivery Order for AA Alkaline Batteries to National Industries for the Blind

This award represents a delivery order contract specifically for procuring non-rechargeable AA Type II alkaline manganese dioxide batteries packaged in sets of four. The recipient, National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a notable organization that offers employment to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, supporting social inclusion through government procurement. The batteries meet stringent standards including ANSI/NEDA No.15A with a nominal voltage of 1.5 and a minimum shelf life of 36 months after manufacture, intended for direct use or distribution. The order is part of a larger, ongoing single-award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract held by NIB with the General Services Administration (GSA), emphasizing sustained and efficient delivery services to military and civilian agencies. This contract, awarded on a sole-source basis due to specialized service provision and limited market competition, underscores the federal commitment to both reliable supply chains and employment accessibility initiatives. The short-term performance period ensures timely fulfillment of this specific delivery request. Overall, this contract supports the continued supply of essential battery products while fostering meaningful employment for the blind community under a significant, multi-year federal acquisition framework.

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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