Delivery Order #47QSWA26F1VQE

Sole-Source Delivery Order for Washcloth Supply by Federal Prison Industries

This award represents a delivery order contract under a long-term indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity agreement specifically for the procurement of washcloths. The recipient, Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (FPI), is a government-owned corporation that operates correctional manufacturing facilities, providing textiles and related products for federal agencies. In this instance, the contract focuses on supplying washcloths produced to meet federal standards for operational use. The contract is significant for its dual purpose: ensuring consistent supply of essential hygiene products for federal institutions and supporting inmate employment and rehabilitation through prison labor programs under FPI. The scope of work entails the manufacture and delivery of washcloths according to specified quality and size requirements, performed entirely by FPI without subcontractors. This delivery order draws from a broader sole-source contract vehicle established to leverage FPI’s unique mandate and capability in producing correctional facility supplies, highlighting a strategic blend of social responsibility and procurement efficiency. The contract was awarded recently with a short performance period of approximately one month, underscoring ongoing operational needs. There is no indication of competitive bidding, consistent with FPI’s exclusive provision of these goods under federal guidelines.

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WASHCLOTH

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