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SAM.gov · May 14, 2026
The title they went with 6515--JLB Sourcing, LLC 36F79726D0131 RFP-797-FSS-99-0025-R10, 36F79726D0131 05/15/2026 - 05/14/2046 Noisy translates that to

The VA just bought medical and surgical supplies for the next 20 years

What happened
The US Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a contract for medical and surgical supplies. This contract will last for 20 years, from 2026 to 2046.
Why it matters
Government procurement contracts like this one lock in suppliers for decades. This means the company awarded the contract, JLB Sourcing LLC, will be a steady provider for the VA for a very long time. For other suppliers, it means a major buyer is off the market for the next two decades.
The signal
Watch for similar long-term contracts from other government agencies, especially for essential goods and services.
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