What does US Abilityone Commission do?

The U.S. AbilityOne Commission, operating under the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, is dedicated to creating sustainable employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have severe disabilities by facilitating federal procurement of goods and services through nonprofit agencies certified under the AbilityOne Program. Its core mission centers on expanding economic inclusion through federal contracting, ensuring that procurement decisions directly support mission-driven organizations that employ individuals with significant barriers to employment. Strategic priorities include strengthening the supply chain of certified nonprofit agencies, promoting long-term workforce development, and ensuring compliance with statutory mandates that prioritize these entities in federal acquisitions. The agency procures specialized services and industrial products that align with the operational needs of federal operations and the capabilities of its network of nonprofit providers. Recent activity indicates a focus on moving and storage services for federal facilities, as well as cleaning and maintenance chemical products used in institutional environments. Contract structures typically involve sole-source awards to AbilityOne-approved nonprofit agencies, leveraging the mandatory source provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act. Primary procurement activity centers on NAICS 484210 for household and office goods moving and NAICS 325611 for detergent manufacturing—categories where nonprofit agencies have established production or logistics capacity. The agency consistently employs 8(a) set-asides to further support small, socially and economically disadvantaged businesses, while also engaging in sources-sought notices to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting programmatic needs. Vendor relationships are structured around long-term, non-competitive partnerships with certified nonprofit employers. The U.S. AbilityOne Commission operates as an independent federal entity under the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, with no physical headquarters but nationwide reach through its network of participating nonprofit agencies. It administers procurement through mandatory source contracts, sole-source awards, and negotiated agreements under the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act, ensuring that federal demand directly translates into meaningful employment for Americans with significant disabilities.

How do I find contracts from US Abilityone Commission?

You can find contracts from US Abilityone Commission on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does US Abilityone Commission award?

US Abilityone Commission awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with US Abilityone Commission?

To do business with US Abilityone Commission, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for US Abilityone Commission?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from US Abilityone Commission in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does US Abilityone Commission use?

US Abilityone Commission uses 1 different set-aside program, including 8a Competed. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

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US Abilityone Commission

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AbilityOne Commission, operating under the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, is dedicated to creating sustainable employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have severe disabilities by facilitating federal procurement of goods and services through nonprofit agencies certified under the AbilityOne Program. Its core mission centers on expanding economic inclusion through federal contracting, ensuring that procurement decisions directly support mission-driven organizations that employ individuals with significant barriers to employment.

US Abilityone Commission is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors.

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