How do I get my product on a GSA Schedule?

Getting Started

1. Register on the System for Award Management (SAM)
2. Identify the Appropriate GSA Schedule Special Item Numbers (SINs)
3. Download the GSA MAS Solicitation and Applicable Attachments.

Are GSA prices fair and reasonable?

Supplies offered on the schedule are listed at fixed prices. Although GSA has already negotiated fair and reasonable pricing, ordering activities may seek additional discounts before placing an order (see 8.405-4).

Who can buy off GSA Schedule?

Who can buy from Schedule? Commercial products and services are available for purchase by state and local governments, including tribal governments and educational institutions defined under 40 U.S.C. § 502(c).

What does GSA pricing mean?

The GSA pricing policy requires businesses to offer the best price, often meaning the lowest price, possible for federal agencies to receive a deal. The government refers to this as “volume discount pricing” because many federal agencies will make large orders from a vendor rather than just one product or service.

How much does it cost to get on GSA Schedule?

GSA Consultants Fees. Not many years ago, the cost of hiring a GSA consultant ranged from $20,000 to $40,000. Most small and medium-sized businesses couldn’t afford to make that sort of investment. Today, fees for credible consultants typically range from $6,000 to $15,000 for most companies to receive full service.

What is the purpose of the GSA Schedule?

The GSA Schedule, also known as Federal Supply Schedule, and Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial companies that provide access to millions of commercial products and services at fair and reasonable prices to the government.

How do you prove fair and reasonable price?

a. When two or more acceptable offers are received and the lowest price is selected, the price of the lowest offerer can be concluded to be fair and reasonable. It is noted that generally where the difference in prices between the two offers differs by less than 15 percent, the price competition is said to exist.

How much does it cost to get on the GSA Schedule?

Pricing can range based on a few factors which we’ll outline below, but assuming you want a full-service firm, it can cost anywhere from $15,000 to $24,000 for acquiring a GSA Schedule contract. We alert our potential clients that anything under $10,000 is suspicious and could be a scam.

Can civilians order from GSA?

® GSA Advantage! ® is the online shopping and ordering system that provides access to thousands of contractors and millions of supplies (products) and services. Anyone may browse on GSA Advantage!

Is GSA auctions legit?

GSA Auctions is a good site to browse and/or bid on larger items and properties for a low price. If you are looking to own and find unique pieces of American history, this would be the place to look. However, you cannot list personal items on this site.

Can a JV get a GSA Schedule?

GSA Schedule Contracts Rather, because the joint venture is an entity separate from its members, the joint venture itself must hold a GSA Schedule in order to pursue orders thereunder.

What does it mean to be on the GSA Schedule?

GSA Schedule (also referred to as Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) and Federal Supply Schedule ) is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial firms providing federal, state, and local government buyers access to more than 11 million commercial supplies (products) and services at volume discount pricing.

How do I find a GSA Schedule?

Here are a few steps in finding a GSA Schedule that fits your needs: You would first start out on the GSA Schedules e-Library website at http://bit.ly/bSeSKc. Enter a keyword in the search engine that best describes your commodity. That will bring up a list of schedules and SIN’s relating to that category.

What are the GSA Schedules?

A GSA Schedule is a contract between the government and a company that permits that company to sell products or services to the government for a negotiated price during the term of the contract, which is typically five years. GSA Schedules are a “win-win” option for both buyers (federal and local agencies) and sellers (manufacturers and vendors).

What is a sin number GSA?

SIN stands for Special Item Number (lists GSA contractor service and/or product requirements) This definition appears very frequently and is found in the following Acronym Finder categories: Other Resources: MLA style: “SIN.”.

What is the GSA in government?

The GSA stands for General Services Administration. The GSA is an independent United States government agency. The agency helps provide the resources to facilitate day-to-day operations at government offices. They do this by organizing GSA contracts with American vendors, most of which are small businesses, like yours.