On May 27, 2014, the Transportation Security Agency (TSA), in conjunction with the DHS Strategic Sourcing Program Office (SSPO), established a Department-wide Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) that allows DHS components to procure their nitrile glove requirements at a pre-negotiated price. All items available for purchase on this BPA are on the procurement list maintained by AbilityOne in accordance with FAR 8.7. This BPA is established in accordance with FAR Part 12 in conjunction with FAR Part 13. This contract also supports FAR 8.405-3 for the purchase of disposable nitrile gloves for the H1N1/Avian Influenza/Pandemic Influenza preparedness.
Mandatory (with exceptions)
Yes
Benefits
This vehicle meets the operational and pandemic needs of DHS Components when acquiring nitrile gloves and includes the following benefits:
- A single acquisition vehicle to meet DHS nitrile glove needs;
- Consolidation and standardization of nitrile glove purchases;
- Pre-negotiated preferred pricing; and
- Convenient, efficient, and traceable ordering by all Components.
Period of Performance (POP)
One base year + 4 one-year option years (5/27/2014 - 5/26/2019)
Post Award Teaming
For teaming opportunities, please contact the applicable awardee(s)
Number of Awardee(s)
1 large business
Contractor Information
Name: Central Association for the Blind Inc.
BPA #: HSTS05-14-A-OSO007
Contact Us
To contact us regarding a Strategic Sourcing Vehicle or future initiative, please email SSPOInquiry@hq.dhs.gov.