Procurement List Gets Additions and Deletions for Nonprofits
Published Date: 3/7/2025
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Summary
This update changes the Procurement List by adding new products and services made by nonprofit groups that hire people who are blind or have severe disabilities, while removing some old items. These changes help support these amazing workers and make sure the government buys from them. The updates take effect soon, keeping things fresh and fair for everyone involved.
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Procurement List Adds and Removes Items
If you are blind or have a severe disability and work for a nonprofit that sells products or services to the federal government, this update adds some items and removes others from the government's Procurement List. That can change which products or services your employer provides to the government and may affect job opportunities at those nonprofits.
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