Procurement List Sheds Some Products and Services
Published Date: 8/6/2026
Notice
Summary
This action deletes product(s) and service(s) from the Procurement List that were furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Nonprofit Suppliers Removed From Procurement List
The Committee deleted products and services that were furnished by nonprofit agencies employing persons who are blind or have other severe disabilities from the Procurement List effective September 6, 2026. The deletions cover listed items including steel bookcases, credenzas, office machine stands, combat identification kits, and services such as publications distribution, janitorial, and administrative support.
Other Small Entities May Gain Eligibility
The Committee noted this deletion "may result in authorizing small entities to furnish the product(s) and service(s) to the Government." That change takes effect on September 6, 2026 and applies to the specific products and services listed in the notice.
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