JWOD Certified
As a certified Javits-Wagner-O’Day (JWOD) Program, BTCO creates
jobs and training opportunities for people who are blind or who have
other severe disabilities.
Named for its enabling legislation, the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act of
1971, 41 U.S.C. 46-48c, the JWOD Program is a mandatory source of supply
for Federal employees. JWOD requires
Government agencies to purchase selected products and services from
nonprofit agencies employing such individuals. As a result, JWOD employees
are able to lead more productive and independent lives.
The JWOD Program is administered by the Committee
for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. Two national,
independent organizations, National
Industries for the Blind (NIB) and NISH help
state and private nonprofit agencies participate in the JWOD Program.
While promoting a desirable social end, the JWOD Program represents
good business. Benefits of the JWOD Program to the Federal Government
and to the taxpayer include:
- High quality supplies and services
- On-time delivery
- Competetive prices
- Central points of contact to solve problems/facilitate action
- Reduced disability payments and increased tax revenues
To many, the JWOD Program is an example of Government operating at
its best. While the purpose of the Program is--first and foremost--to
provide jobs and training for persons with severe disabilities, it
does not represent a handout. Nonprofit agencies employing persons
who are blind or have other severe disabilities must demonstrate that
they can offer the Government quality supplies and services at competitive
prices.
JWOD contract provides nonprofit agency employees with invaluable
vocational opportunities not otherwise available, which result in additional
income and increased independence. Two tremendous advantages realized
are a stable and enabling work experience and the attainment of marketable
job skills.
For more information on the JWOD program, products and services visit www.JWOD.com
