Request for information for impact analysis for the potential addition of Cushioning Package Filler to the Procurement List of the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled
ID: CP-2025-01-08-01Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED

NAICS

All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing (326199)

PSC

PACKAGING AND PACKING BULK MATERIALS (8135)
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 24, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is seeking information for an impact analysis regarding the potential addition of a Cushioning Package Filler to its Procurement List under the AbilityOne Program. This analysis will assess the implications of adding the product, specifically a perforated bubble padding roll measuring 12" x 175', on the commercial market and the firms currently supplying similar items to the Federal Government. The product is designed to protect contents during shipping and storage, and its addition to the Procurement List would mandate Federal agencies to procure it through the AbilityOne Program, potentially affecting existing suppliers. Interested parties must submit their responses, including detailed revenue information and relevant contract details, by January 24, 2025, to Vanedra Smith at vsmith@abilityone.gov.

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