Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC26FDKG5
National Industries for the Blind Secures Delivery Order for Forks Under Major IDIQ Contract
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$8.32
Ceiling
$8.32
Awarded
September 11, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 11, 2026 – Sep 18, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC26FDKG5
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract, issued to National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization dedicated to employing individuals who are blind or visually impaired by providing them meaningful work opportunities. The contract procures picnic forks, a specific product under the larger umbrella of direct delivery services. The significance of this award lies in its contribution to NIB's broader mission of supporting federal agencies while promoting social impact through employment. This delivery order falls under a substantial single-award IDIQ contract managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), originally valued at a substantial amount and designed for ongoing procurement of various products and services to military and civilian customers. The scope of work covers delivering these utensils within a brief, defined timeframe, emphasizing prompt and efficient fulfillment. The award was granted without competition, consistent with the sole-source approach justified by the specialized nature of the contract and limited available competition. The contract timeline is short-term, spanning about a week within the year 2026, with performance centered in Alexandria, Virginia. This award exemplifies continued collaboration between federal agencies and organizations fostering workforce inclusivity while ensuring supply chain reliability for government needs.
Description
FORK,PICNIC