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The latest insights for government contracting success, GSA Schedule assistance, & IT Manufacturer support.

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GSA Schedule

Do I Really Need a GSA Schedule Consultant?

By: Stephanie Hagan
October 15th, 2024

To answer your question right away, no, you don’t have to hire a consultant. GSA doesn't require you to have help, but the real question is—will you need it? This is a question that many contractors do not consider initially, and may end up needing assistance last minute. If you have several years of experience selling to the government and have a team dedicated to government acquisition and sales, you probably won’t need to hire someone. However, many of our clients are small businesses who may not have the bandwidth or resources to handle GSA Schedule acquisition and maintenance. Your GSA Schedule contract can last up 20 years, and within that timeframe it requires a lot of special attention, beyond the initial process of getting your contract awarded.

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What’s New with the FAS Catalog Platform (FCP)?

By: Daniel Lopez
October 11th, 2024

As a current GSA Schedule contractor, you are likely very familiar with the somewhat infamous Special Input Program (SIP), which is the current system used to upload your I-FSS-600 pricelist to GSA eLibrary and your products to GSA Advantage. Over the years, contractors have encountered issues with the outdated and user-unfriendly nature of the program. One common issue faced by Schedule holders when revising their SIP catalog files is encountering errors, which can lead to delays and non-compliance with their contracts.

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Top 10 Reasons to Get on the GSA Schedule

Top 10 Reasons to Get on the GSA Schedule

Do you know what the real benefits of being on the GSA Schedule are? Learn the top 10 reasons (and advantages) why you should consider it.

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GSA Schedule | Technology

What Contractors Need to Know About Ascend: GSA's Governmentwide Cloud BPA

By: Stephanie Hagan
October 9th, 2024

Another opportunity is on the horizon for GSA IT contractors. GSA has released the final draft solicitation for Pool 1 of their new Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) called Ascend. This contract vehicle will serve as a one-stop-shop for government customers to acquire secure cloud service offerings from GSA contractors. The first pool focuses on Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (Paas), and will be followed by 2 other pools geared toward Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and and cloud-IT related professional services. Let’s breakdown this upcoming BPA and what it could mean for you as a GSA IT contractor.

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How to Opt into Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)

By: Patrick Morgans
October 7th, 2024

As most contractors know, or will find out, maintaining compliance is one of the most important factors in doing business with the government. One of the most important, and frustrating, aspects of compliance for GSA Schedule holders is the tracking of Commercial Sales Practices (CSP). The idea of disclosing your Commercial Sales Practices, and tracking to make sure that their relationship to GSA pricing are not disturbed, can be daunting to many GSA Schedule holders and prospective contractors.

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GSA Schedule | Government Business Development

5 Ways to Optimize Your GSA Schedule

By: Peri Costic
October 4th, 2024

If you’ve been awarded a GSA Schedule contract, you may be feeling relieved. After all, you’ve finally completed the lengthy process of putting together your offer, waiting for review, and going through negotiations. While getting a contract award is certainly something to celebrate, it’s also not the end of your work. What many contractors don’t realize is that it is just as important to maintain your contract as it is to acquire it in the first place. In this blog, we’ll cover ways you can optimize your GSA Schedule.

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Government Business Development | Resources and Insight

A Guide to Working with Federal Government Customers

By: Nicole Tutino
October 2nd, 2024

After your GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract is awarded, you may be wondering how to connect with potential customers. Through a GSA Schedule contract, your customer base includes federal government agencies, state and local governments, educational institutions, and other eligible entities. If you are new to government contracts, it can be overwhelming to analyze opportunities, understand the various solicitation types, and compete against experienced contractors.

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