Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC27F08QZ
Short-Term Delivery Order for Blades and Knives to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$197.00
Ceiling
$197.00
Awarded
October 09, 2026
Period of Performance
Oct 09, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC27F08QZ
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order issued under a long-term Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to National Industries for the Blind (NIB), an organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract involves the procurement of blades and knives, likely intended for government use. As a supplement to NIB's comprehensive $800 million IDIQ contract with the General Services Administration (GSA) for direct delivery services, this delivery order supports the continued supply of critical products. Awarded on a sole-source basis due to the specialized mission of NIB and limited competition in this sector, the order underscores the federal government's commitment to both fulfilling operational needs and promoting workforce inclusion for persons with disabilities. The work scope covers the provision and timely delivery of these items within a brief performance period in 2026, emphasizing efficiency and reliability in government procurement.
Description
BLADE,KNIFE