Award
Delivery Order #47QSSC27F0CY4
Short-Term Sole-Source Delivery Order to National Industries for the Blind
Buyer
Federal Acquisition Service
Award Amount
$421.60
Ceiling
$421.60
Awarded
October 17, 2026
Period of Performance
Oct 17, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
Identifier
47QSSC27F0CY4
NAICS
423850
This award is a delivery order contract issued under a substantial multi-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) umbrella contract held by National Industries for the Blind (NIB) with the General Services Administration (GSA). NIB is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing employment opportunities to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The contract involves the delivery of specialized goods or services under the project codename 'DUSTPAN' within a tightly constrained timeframe of about one week. This short-term delivery order supports the federal government's operational needs while advancing inclusive procurement practices by engaging a mission-driven recipient. The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, justified by NIB's unique role and specialized service capabilities within the larger IDIQ agreement. The work scope includes fulfilling the specific deliverables defined by the DUSTPAN project, contributing directly to military and civilian customer requirements. The contract timeline spans a brief period from mid-October of 2026 for approximately one week, reflecting an urgent and highly specific federal requirement. This award continues a legacy of sustained support under the overarching sizable IDIQ contract, which facilitates streamlined procurement for direct delivery services and underscores the government's commitment to operational efficiency and employment inclusion.
Description
DUSTPAN