Advantages to contracting under the JWOD Program include the provision of high-quality products or services, when needed and at a reasonable price. Adding products and services to the Procurement List reduces the contracting activity s administrative burden since periodic procurements are no longer necessary. Finally, there is the satisfaction of knowing that people who are blind or have other severe disabilities are able to lead more productive and independent lives, pay taxes, help support families, and join in the American work experience as a result of JWOD contracts. In addition, the Committee notifies the responsible contracting activity of all Procurement List additions, prices, price changes, and other actions affecting a particular product or service. The Committee is taking action to ensure that Procurement List products and services are identified in Federal automated procurement systems.
Nonprofit agencies vary widely in their interests and capabilities.
Services include administrative services, call centers, commercial facility management, recycling, food service, laundry and grounds maintenance. These community-based organizations are participants in the JWOD Program. The Committee designated NIB and NISH to fulfill responsibilities as listed in 41 CFR Part 51-3. NIB and NISH are funded primarily through fees paid to them by nonprofit agencies on sales of JWOD products and services. The fee provides NIB and NISH with the resources necessary to accomplish their missions.