Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26F8R3F
Delivery Order for Paper Towels and Plastic Surface Polishing by National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$112.14
Ceiling
$112.14
Awarded
May 28, 2026
Period of Performance
May 28, 2026 – Jun 04, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26F8R3F
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract under an existing IDIQ contract vehicle with the General Services Administration (GSA). The recipient, National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a federally recognized nonprofit organization that provides employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract procures specific paper towels and materials used for polishing soft plastic surfaces, meeting detailed physical standards such as high absorbency and strength. This delivery order upholds the broader goal of supporting federal agencies while promoting social impact by engaging a provider focused on empowering disabled workers. The work involves supplying paper products that conform to specified size and durability requirements within a short-term performance window. It is awarded under the umbrella of a sole-source IDIQ master contract awarded to NIB, reflecting limited competition due to the specialized nature of the organization. The award timeline covers a concise service period in the near future. The original master IDIQ contract is a substantial multi-year agreement focused on direct delivery services to military and civilian customers. This award exemplifies how the federal government leverages strategic contracting vehicles to fulfill logistic needs while advancing socio-economic objectives.
Description
TOWEL,PAPERIPING, AND POLISHING SOFT PLASTIC SURFACES; PAPER, THREE-PLY MINIMUM, HIGHLY ABSORBENT, NON-ABRASIVE; 14.75 INCHES MINIMUM PER SIDE WITH OVERALL AREA OF MINIMUM OF 250.0 SQUARE INCHES; TENSILE STRENGTH 388.0 OUNCESPER INCH DRY AND 78.0 OUN