What is AR 210-25?
AR 210-25 refers to Army Regulation 210-25, which outlines the Vending Facility Program for the Blind on Federal Property.

What is the purpose of AR 210-25?
The purpose of AR 210-25 is to establish policies and procedures for the operation of vending facilities by blind individuals on federal properties.

Who does AR 210-25 apply to?
AR 210-25 applies to all Department of the Army personnel responsible for the establishment, operation, and oversight of vending facilities for the blind on federal property.

What is the Vending Facility Program for the Blind?
The Vending Facility Program for the Blind is a program that provides blind individuals with employment opportunities by allowing them to operate vending facilities on federal properties.

Is participation in the program mandatory?
No, participation in the Vending Facility Program for the Blind is voluntary for both blind individuals and the agencies responsible for federal properties.

How are blind individuals selected for participation in the program?
Blind individuals are selected through a certification process conducted by the State Commission for the Blind or the designated agency responsible for the certification of blind individuals.

What types of products can be sold in vending facilities under this program?
Vending facilities under this program can sell a variety of products, including snacks, beverages, sandwiches, packaged meals, and other food-related items.

Can non-blind individuals be employed in vending facilities under this program?
Non-blind individuals can be employed in vending facilities under this program as long as blind individuals are given priority in employment and training opportunities.

How are the profits from vending facility operations distributed?
The profits generated from vending facility operations are shared between the blind individual operator and the federal property agency in accordance with established formulae.