What Exactly Does a GSA Contract Consultant Do for Your Business?
For many companies, winning a GSA contract feels like chasing shadows—elusive, complicated, and full of hidden turns. Between compliance hurdles, GSA SIN numbers, and most favored customer GSA rules, the process of landing and managing a contract can overwhelm even experienced business leaders. The landscape of federal contracting is littered with potential pitfalls, and understanding […]
CFR 48 Is Published: What the New DFARS CMMC Rule Means for DoD Contractors
Big news for the Defense Industrial Base. DoD just published the long-awaited final rule in Title 48 CFR (DFARS) to implement the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) in contracts. This includes the CFR 48 CMMC Final Rule. The rule appears in the Federal Register today (September 10, 2025) and becomes effective 60 days after publication—November […]
Do Customers Really Search by GSA SIN: How It Impacts Your Exposure
If you hold a GSA contract, you’ve probably asked yourself a simple but crucial question: do federal buyers actually search by GSA SINs? The answer isn’t a neat yes or no—it’s a layered reality that directly affects how visible you are in the federal marketplace. For many contractors, overlooking SIN-based searches is like forgetting to put your name […]
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 […]