Government Adds Bandages to Blind Employment Buy List

2026-08392 — Revising Central Nonprofit Agencies' Requirements To Charge Fees and Clarifying the Permissibility of Subcontracting Within the AbilityOne Program

The AbilityOne Program is updating its rules to make sure central nonprofit agencies get written permission before charging fees and to make subcontracting easier and less complicated. These changes help nonprofits work smoother and faster while following the law. If you’re involved with AbilityOne, get ready to share your thoughts by June 1, 2026!

2026-09746 — Procurement List; Additions

The government is adding new products to a special list that only nonprofit groups employing people who are blind or severely disabled can supply. This change starts on May 31, 2026, and helps these nonprofits get more business while making sure federal agencies buy from the right sources. No extra paperwork or costs are expected for small businesses or agencies.

2026-09610 — Procurement List; Proposed Additions and Deletions

The government wants to add some tasty salt-free spice blends to the list of products made by nonprofits that help people who are blind or severely disabled. At the same time, they plan to stop using a grounds maintenance service at a Navy base in California that was provided by one of these nonprofits. If you have thoughts, speak up by June 13, 2026, before these changes take effect and impact Defense Department buying.

2026-09611 — Procurement List; Deletions

The government is removing some products and services from the special Procurement List that supports people who are blind or severely disabled. Starting June 13, 2026, these items won’t be bought through the usual nonprofit agencies, but this change won’t cause big problems for small businesses or the government budget. It’s a smooth update to keep things running efficiently while still supporting good causes.

2026-08394 — Procurement List; Proposed Additions and Deletions

The government plans to add lawn care services at a Miami NOAA lab to be done by Goodwill Industries of South Florida, while removing custodial services at a Menlo Park USGS campus currently done by Hope Services. These changes support nonprofits that employ people who are blind or severely disabled. Comments on these updates are open until May 30, 2026, so speak up if you have thoughts!

2026-08393 — Procurement List; Deletions

The government is removing some straps and combat ID kits from the special list that supports workers who are blind or severely disabled. Starting May 30, 2026, these items won’t be bought through the usual nonprofit agencies, but this change won’t cause big problems for small businesses. It’s a smooth update to keep things running right without extra costs or paperwork.

Previous: 2026-07361 — Pharmacy Compounding Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments-Bulk Drug Substances Nominated for Inclusion on the Section 503A Bulk Drug Substances List

The FDA is holding a public meeting on July 23-24, 2026, to talk about which bulk drug ingredients can be safely used by pharmacies to make custom medicines. They want input from everyone before July 22, 2026, so your voice can help shape the list that affects pharmacists and patients. This is a big deal for anyone involved in making or using compounded drugs, with no direct costs but important safety and access impacts.

Next: 2026-07363 — Procurement List; Additions and Deletions

The government is removing a high-capacity hole punch from its official buying list starting May 16, 2026. This change affects nonprofit groups that employ people who are blind or severely disabled, giving other small businesses a chance to supply this product. No big money or paperwork changes are expected, so it’s a smooth switch for everyone involved!