Delivery Order #47QSSC26FD6PP

Protective Mechanic Gloves Delivery Order to National Industries for the Blind

This award represents a delivery order under a substantial Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract previously established by the General Services Administration (GSA) with National Industries for the Blind (NIB) as the prime recipient. NIB is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, supporting federal procurement while promoting workforce inclusion. The procurement involves specialized men's mechanic gloves featuring stretch knit backs, padded knuckles, double-layered synthetic leather palms, and elastic cuffs with hook and loop closures, designed to enhance comfort and durability for users. The contract supports the federal government's need for high-quality protective gear, reinforcing workplace safety and the empowerment of disabled workers. The scope includes delivery of these gloves within a concise period, fulfilling a specific order under the broader IDIQ framework. This contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, leveraging NIB’s unique capabilities in providing products made by the blind community, reflecting limited competition in this niche. The timeline for the order spans a brief, well-defined window, ensuring prompt fulfillment. This delivery order aligns with the parent IDIQ contract's long-term objective of sustained service to military and civilian customers, valued in the hundreds of millions, highlighting the ongoing partnership between NIB and the federal government.

Description

GLOVES,MEN'S AND WO, MENCHANICS GLOVE, STRETCH KNIT BACK, PADDED KNUCKLES, DOUBLE LAYERED SYNTHETIC LEATHER PALM, ELASTIC CUFF WITH HOOK AND LOOP CLOSURE, BLACK. SIZE LARGE. U/I PR

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