Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8PFJ
Delivery Order for Non-Rechargeable Type II Alkaline Batteries to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$61.70
Ceiling
$61.70
Awarded
May 28, 2026
Period of Performance
May 28, 2026 – Jun 04, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8PFJ
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order contract placed under a substantial IDIQ contract vehicle previously established with the National Industries for the Blind (NIB), a nonprofit organization that fosters employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The current order entails the procurement of non-rechargeable Type II alkaline manganese dioxide batteries, specifically ANSI/NEDA No. 14A size C, packaged in units of four, meeting strict quality standards including a maximum age on delivery and extended shelf life. The significance of this contract lies in its role in supporting government operations requiring reliable battery supplies, while simultaneously advancing NIB's mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities. The scope of work covers the timely and quality-assured delivery of these batteries to meet operational demands at the designated government facility in Alexandria, VA. The award was made as part of a sole-source IDIQ agreement that has demonstrated stable performance and long-term partnership. The delivery order covers a short performance period, indicative of a specific and immediate supply need, reinforcing the contract's agile responsiveness to government requirements. This award builds upon the large IDIQ contract initially awarded in 2021, which allows for multiple task and delivery orders such as this one, reflecting an ongoing commitment to both efficient procurement and social impact.
Description
BATTERY,NONRECHARGE18.1. TYPE II-ALKALINEMANGANESE DIOXIDE BATTERY, ANSI/NEDA NO.14A.CONSUMER SZ. DESIGNATION ''C'', NOMINAL VOLTAGE1.5. UNIT OF ISSUE IS PKG OF 4, MAX AGE ONDELIVERY 150DAYS, EXPITATION DATE, MIN OF 36MOS. AFTER DATEOF MANUFACTURE.