Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8N1V
Short-Term Delivery Order for Biodegradable Cleaning Towels to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$93.05
Ceiling
$93.05
Awarded
May 27, 2026
Period of Performance
May 27, 2026 – Jun 03, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8N1V
NAICS
423850
This government award is a delivery order contract issued under a larger indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle managed by the General Services Administration (GSA). The recipient, National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a notable organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, specializing in manufacturing and delivering essential products for government use. The specific product procured through this award is a commercial-grade, biodegradable paper towel designed for cleaning and polishing, including the absorption of oil, grease, and other liquid spills. These towels meet rigorous standards for size and durability, featuring four-ply construction with nylon reinforcement. This contract is significant as it supports the government's commitment to sustainable procurement and social responsibility, leveraging NIB's unique mission to empower disabled workers while fulfilling operational needs. The scope involves the timely delivery of these towels to the designated location in Alexandria, VA, over a concise performance period of about one week. This delivery order was awarded as a follow-on to a substantial single-award IDIQ contract previously established solely with NIB, reflecting a sole-source award basis justified by the specialized capabilities of the vendor. The overarching IDIQ contract plays a critical role in enabling direct delivery services to both military and civilian federal customers with a substantial multi-year funding ceiling, underscoring the sustained partnership and reliability expected from NIB. The original IDIQ contract dates back to late 2021 and continues to be the foundation for these delivery orders, ensuring continuity and efficiency in government supply chains.
Description
TOWEL,PAPERL CLEANING AND POLISHING AND FOR USE IN CLEANING OIL, GREASE AND OTHER LIQUID SPILLS; PAPER, LAMINATED, COMMERCIAL GRADE, 93 PERCENT BIODEGRADABLE, FOUR-PLY, NYLON REINFORCED; 2.625 INCHES MINIMUM PER SIDE WITH OVERALL AREA MINIMUM OF 185