What You Can and Can’t Do Under a GSA Contract
Winning a GSA contract is a big milestone. It signals to government buyers that your company has been vetted, your pricing reviewed, and your offerings cleared for purchase. But here’s where many first-time vendors get tripped up: a GSA contract doesn’t give you unlimited freedom. There are clear rules about what you can—and can’t—do once you’re on […]
What is a GSA Contract? An Intro for First-Time Vendors
For businesses trying to enter the federal marketplace, the term GSA contract often comes up early. But for first-time vendors, it’s not always clear what it really means—or why it matters. This guide will walk you through the basics: what a GSA contract is, how it works, why GSA SIN numbers are important, and how you can prepare to […]
Novation FAR Basics: When and Why Contracts Need Novation
Government contracts are like living organisms—they don’t stay frozen in time. Companies merge, assets change hands, and ownership shifts. But what happens to the federal contracts attached to those entities when the ground beneath them changes? Enter Novation FAR—the regulatory process that governs how contracts get transferred from one contractor to another. Think of it as […]
The Human Advantage: Why GSA Contracts Require More Than AI
When it comes to federal contracting, everyone wants to move faster and smarter. Tools like ChatGPT can help with quick research, drafting, or even making sense of complex requirements. And while I’m a big believer in using technology to make life easier, here’s the truth: AI alone won’t get your GSA contract approved. At Capitol […]
How to look up your GSA SIN number for your offerings
When you say GSA SIN number—you’re talking about Special Item Numbers that define what you sell under your GSA contract. These small codes give federal buyers instant clarity on where your offerings fit—and without them, you may miss prime opportunities. What Are GSA SINs? SINs, or Special Item Numbers, are identifiers within the GSA MAS (Multiple Award […]
Comparing GSA Contracts with Other Federal Contracting Vehicles: What’s the Right Fit for Your Business?
Federal contracting is like choosing a vehicle for a journey—the destination might be the same, but the right choice makes all the difference. So, what is a GSA contract, and how does it stack up against other federal contracting vehicles? Let’s explore. First, A Quick Overview of GSA Contracts A GSA Contract, also known as a Multiple […]
GSA Contract vs Schedule: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Getting your GSA contract—commonly known as a GSA Schedule or MAS Contract—feels like unlocking a secret door into federal procurement. But what is a GSA contract, and how does it differ from a Schedule? Often the terms are used interchangeably, yet the distinctions matter. Understanding the Basics Put simply: your GSA contract is the legal umbrella; the GSA Schedule is how […]
The FAR Is Getting Rewritten: What You Need to Know About the RFO Initiative
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)—the backbone of how the U.S. government does business—is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. Known as the RFO Initiative (Regulation for Outcomes), this rewrite isn’t just about simplification. It’s about aligning federal procurement with 21st-century business realities. For business owners aiming to scale through federal contracts—or sustain existing ones—understanding this shift […]
What Is “High-Impact AI” and Why Should You Care?
In a world increasingly governed by algorithms, high-impact AI has emerged as both a regulatory flashpoint and a business imperative. Far from just a tech buzzword, this term signals a class of artificial intelligence systems that interact directly with human lives—where mistakes can’t be debugged, and consequences are both legal and moral. If you’re involved in federal […]
How HUBZone Firms Can Leverage GSA Assistance to Win More Federal Contracts
Why HUBZone Firms Are Underserved and Overqualified Despite being designed to empower small businesses in economically distressed areas, many HUBZone-certified companies remain underutilized in federal contracting. That is not because they lack capability. It is because they often lack access to the right federal contracting vehicles, especially the GSA Schedule. If you are already HUBZone-certified, […]