Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC27F0A1T
Utility Apron Delivery Order Awarded to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$57.38
Ceiling
$57.38
Awarded
October 14, 2026
Period of Performance
Oct 14, 2026 – Oct 21, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC27F0A1T
NAICS
423850
This award represents a delivery order contract issued under a substantial Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract managed by the General Services Administration (GSA). The recipient, National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a prominent organization committed to providing employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, specializing in delivering goods and services that support federal operations. The contract procures utility aprons, ensuring the federal government receives durable, functional apparel to meet operational needs. This delivery order is significant as it supports both the sustained supply of essential apparel to military and civilian agencies and furthers social impact through empowering disabled workers. The scope of work includes the precise delivery of specified utility aprons within a short performance period in late 2026, affirming ongoing procurement needs under the umbrella IDIQ agreement. The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis due to limited competition in this specialized area, emphasizing NIB's unique capability. Key timeline milestones include the award date and performance window in October 2026. This delivery order builds upon the parent IDIQ contract, a multi-year, large-scale agreement originally awarded in 2021, underscoring a long-term partnership that promotes both federal service continuity and workforce inclusion.
Description
APRON,UTILITY