AbilityOne Base Supply Centers
AbilityOne Base Supply Centers (BSCs) harness the collective resources of a nationwide network of providers to supply superior products and services to government customers through a commercial retail-type setting. Since the launch of the first BSC in 1995, government customers have appreciated convenient access to thousands of high-quality, competitively priced SKILCRAFT® and other name brand products as well as Hazmat, IEE and other services.
BSCs partner with the leadership at their location to satisfy the specific needs of base and installation personnel. Today, BSCs are located on more than 140 federal installations nationwide.
Benefits of Purchasing From AbilityOne BSCs
In purchasing from BSCs, government customers support the employment of qualified professionals who are blind or have other severe disabilities through the AbilityOne Program. These employees produce and ship products, provide services, and in many cases, staff the BSCs. Additionally, service-disabled veterans and military dependents have the opportunity to join the AbilityOne team, where they continue to play a valuable role in the military communities that are significant to their lives.
To learn more, read the brochure and view the video about AbilityOne Base Supply Centers: Your Authorized AbilityOne Store. View the "Every Purchase Creates Jobs" video to learn more about NIB and the AbilityOne Program.
The BSCs provide value by offering:
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One-stop shopping to all branches of the armed forces and Federal government employees
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Mission-critical supply solutions that exceed customer expectations
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Tailored, flexible inventory for base needs
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Compliance with FAR and all Service purchase agreements and mandates
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On-base security with cleared product and store staff for timely deliveries
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Availability to operate 24x7 to support deployments and end-of-year requirements
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More than 500,000 AbilityOne and commercial items available in store or to order
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Cost-effective solutions proven through routine market surveys
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Multiple ordering options, including walk-in, call-in, fax or online
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Multiple purchasing methods
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Multiple delivery options, including same-day for many items
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No-hassle return policy
Products Available
The BSCs offer a wide range of SKILCRAFT® and other AbilityOne and brand-name commercial products that meet government and military specifications for mission requirements. Products available include:
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Office Products – computer accessories, desk supplies, shipping supplies, printing supplies
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Cleaning & Janitorial Supplies – cleaners/detergents, disposable paper products, food service supplies
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Individual Equipment Element – organizational clothing and individual equipment, DLA items
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Hazmat – supply, issue, and tracking
Contact Us
To locate a Base Supply Center near you, or to learn more about SKILCRAFT and other AbilityOne products, call 1-800-433-2304 or email bsc@nib.org.