GSA’s Commercial Platforms Are Thriving, And Needing Improvement
According to fedbizaccess.com, the GSA Schedule program is the premier acquisition vehicle in government, with approximately $50 billion a year in spending or 10 percent of overall federal procurement spending.
In 2018, the National Defense Authorization Act directed the General Services Administration (GSA) and the Office of Management and Budget to create an online e-commerce program, now known as the Commercial Platforms program.
GSA contract – Why is the Pricelist so important?
Beyond compliance, your pricelist can serve as a powerful marketing tool. It’s a benchmark that government procurement officials use to compare contractors.
The 8a Certification Program Is Facing Uncertainty
The SBA 8a program, designed to support small businesses owned by racial or ethnic minorities, has faced criticism from a federal court. The 8(a) program is aimed at helping small businesses that are at least 51% owned and operated by a U.S. citizen who is socially and economically disadvantaged. In a significant development, a federal judge in Tennessee has […]
5 reasons GSA contract may NOT be winning government deals
A lot goes into obtaining a GSA Contract. Ensure your company is taking the steps to keep that contracting vehicle not only compliant but also set up in the most advantageous way for your company. It happens often that companies win their GSA award, but later don’t understand why are they not winning any business. […]
Understanding GSA Contract and Government Opportunities
When it comes to doing business with the United States government, navigating the complex procurement process can be a daunting task for many companies. However, there is a valuable resource that can simplify this process and open doors to lucrative government contracts – the General Services Administration (GSA) contract. In this blog post, we will […]
Oasis+ Evolution: What You Need to Know for Government Contract Success
The General Services Administrations (GSA) has been working through multiple draft RFQs to determine next steps in their Multi-Agency Best In Class Contract. The latest iteration is being referred to as “Oasis+”. If you have had a hard time keeping up with all the changes and back and forth, you are not alone. Our team […]
Federal Contracts Made Simple: Capitol 50’s GSA Award Program
In the realm of federal business engagements, securing a GSA Contract is not merely a choice; it’s a strategic imperative that can redefine your company’s trajectory. Understanding the essence of a GSA Contract and its pivotal role in navigating the complexities of federal procurement is paramount. Decoding GSA Contract: A License to Federal Business A […]
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BIC MAC: The New Way to Secure Govt. Deals
GSA is launching a broader, more flexible best-in-class multi-agency contract to improve how agencies buy services. This contract will replace OASIS. Why a new BIC MAC? OASIS ends 2024 Limited access to best-in-class contracts for services beyond the existing IDIQ contracts Managing too many contracts, driving up acquisition costs… this offers MAC consolidation flexibility MAS not able to accommodate the full […]
Girl Power! Here’s the scoop on the new Woman Owned Small Business Certification…
Selling to the US government can be a very competitive endeavor. Adding certifications to your SAM profile can often lead to an advantage. Government agencies will sometimes designate certain socio-economical businesses types or veteran status as a requirement for being awarded their contract, aka – Set Asides. This practice is in place to ensure that […]
