Purchase Order 123A9420P0044

Winston-Salem Industries For The Blind Inc., operating as IFB Solutions, received a $91,574.64 firm fixed-price purchase order from the Office of Administrative Services Procurement Management Branch for face shields. The contract, awarded on May 8, 2020, with an ultimate completion date of June 8, 2020, represents a non-competitive procurement supporting the agency's personal protective equipment needs. As an AbilityOne nonprofit agency operating under the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act, IFB Solutions leverages its workforce of individuals who are blind or visually impaired to manufacture and supply commercial products to federal agencies. The place of performance is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

This contract demonstrates the federal government's commitment to supporting socioeconomic policy objectives through procurement from qualified nonprofit organizations dedicated to employing individuals with disabilities. IFB Solutions' award reflects its established capacity to deliver personal protective equipment and other supplies to civilian federal agencies, building upon its broader portfolio that includes office supplies, industrial tools, and safety equipment. The organization maintains significant standing relationships with federal agencies, including a $3,000,000 blanket purchase agreement with the Office of Operations and an indefinite delivery contract with the United States Marine Corps, positioning it as a reliable supplier across multiple federal procurement channels.