AbilityOne’s FY 2026–2030 Strategy Signals a Shift Toward Workforce Expansion and Measurable Value
The U.S. AbilityOne Commission’s FY 2026–2030 strategic planning materials outline a proposed direction focused on expanding employment for people who are blind or have significant disabilities, strengthening domestic manufacturing, improving program accountability, and increasing partnerships. The draft is now in the public comment stage.
Modernizing AbilityOne: Employment Growth, Domestic Sourcing, and Acquisition Integrity in FY 2025
Summary of the U.S. AbilityOne Commission’s 2025 Report to the President: FY25 job growth to ~41,000, $4.7B in federal sales, domestic sourcing emphasis (Buy American/Make PPE), national-security manufacturing contributions, expanded accountability and competition policies, and IT modernization (PLIMS 2.0) to drive “best value.”
Interview with SourceAmerica about AbilityOne program
SourceAmerica’s transformative role in federal contracting, as featured on Federal News Network. Discover how their 400 nonprofit agencies create meaningful jobs for individuals with disabilities, from IT services to agriculture, while delivering a 250% return on investment for taxpayers. Learn about their mission, legislative priorities, and innovative workforce training.
New Regulations in the AbilityOne Program
Read about the recent updates to the AbilityOne Program regulations, aimed at boosting competition and ensuring fair market prices, while reinforcing employment rights for individuals with disabilities.