Government Ditches Straps from Blind Workers' Shopping List
Published Date: 4/30/2026
Notice
Summary
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.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Listed Products and Services Deleted
Starting May 30, 2026, the Committee deletes the listed products and services from the Procurement List. The deleted items include multiple webbing straps (e.g., NSN 5340-00-894-9542), numerous combat identification kits and assemblies (many NSNs listed), stamps, a disposable dinnerware kit, ice melt, machine pads, slings, and other items that had been furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities.
No Significant Small-Entity Impact Certified
Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, the Committee certifies that this deletion will not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities. The notice states the action will not create additional reporting, recordkeeping, or compliance requirements, and it "may result in authorizing small entities to furnish the product(s) and service(s) to the Government." This certification is dated with the May 30, 2026 deletion.
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