Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8NNB
Delivery Order for Corrosion-Resisting Ribbon to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$51.63
Ceiling
$51.63
Awarded
May 27, 2026
Period of Performance
May 27, 2026 – Jun 03, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8NNB
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract issued under a substantial IDIQ contract previously awarded to National Industries for the Blind (NIB), a leading organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract involves the procurement of specialized sponge corrosion-resisting ribbon, distinguished by its precise dimensions and coiled interlocking shape, intended for use in applications requiring durability and corrosion resistance. The significance of this order lies in supporting the federal government's operational needs while promoting social impact through NIB's employment mission. Scope of work includes timely delivery of high-quality corrosion-resistant materials to the specified location in Alexandria, VA within a short timeframe, ensuring continuity of supply. The award was made under the overarching IDIQ contract awarded on a sole-source basis due to NIB's unique qualifications and limited competition. Key details highlight the multi-year foundational contract awarded in 2021, with this delivery order continuing that relationship through mid-2026. This ongoing partnership between the government and NIB underscores a commitment to both effective procurement and social responsibility.
Description
SPONGE CORROSION-RESISTING, 0.0014 TO 0.0024 INCH THICK RIBBON; CONSTRUCTION:NOT MORE THAN TWO CONTINUOUS SMOOTH EDGE RIBBONSCURLED UNDER TENSION INTO UNBROKEN SERIES OF COILS FORMED INTO INTERLOCKING SHAPE; SHAPE: ROUND;DIAMETER: 4.0 INCHES;THICKNES