A GSA contract is a contract between your company and the General Services Administration; acting in behalf of the Federal Government This allows your company to sell services and products in the Federal marketplace. The GSA Schedule is 5 years from date of award with 3 to 5 year option periods.

Although there are a myriad of reasons your company can benefit from a business association with the federal government via GSA scheduling, we have created a Top Ten list for you to review:

1. A GSA Schedule Contract introduces your services, and company to the entire Federal Government and enhances your potential for strategic alliances.
   
2. GSA Schedule Contractors are the preferred source of supply for Federal agencies and many DOD agencies.
   
3. Your products/services may be purchased quickly, without the cost and delay of a competitive procurement process.
   
4. State agencies some Universities receiving Federal funds may use your GSA Schedule Contract.
   
5. A GSA Schedule Contract may be combined with 8(a) for sole source award.
   
6. A GSA Schedule Contract is an effective way to jump-start your company’s growth in this multi-billion dollar Federal market place.
   
7. A Schedule Contractor has immediate national exposure by being listed in GSA’s nationwide portal.
   
8. Federal Contractors use the Schedule as a source of supply for products.
   
9. Any goods and services your company might need through vendor status can be found and purchased quickly through the GSA network.
   
10. One word: Growth
    

A With over 20 years of GSA scheduling experience, Federal Specialties will refine your application for GSA scheduling and maintain your GSA status using the following Six Step Process:

Step One: Data Collection and Preparation
We collect all the necessary data from within your company to prepare a complete proposal package for submission to GSA.

Step Two: Proposal Submission
We prepare and submit your proposal to GSA and obtain receipted verification of submission. After becoming familiar with your company’s offering, we will compare it with other Schedule holders to ensure that your company will have a competitive listing.

Step Three: Clarifications and Negotiations
After the submission, we will assist with any clarifications and negotiations with GSA to obtain the best possible contract award for your company. Our ongoing support will also include:

• Provide ongoing consultation, assistance and status updates.

• Attend meetings at GSA, as may be required.

• Create and submit Best and Final Offer to GSA on your behalf.

• Assist with marketing strategy after award.

• Provide one day interactive online training to assist firms to get on the Schedule

• Arrange teaming agreements with other Schedule holders and system integrators for Best Value procurements in order to maximize your Federal sales opportunities.

• Act as a resource center for GSA Schedule Contract maintenance
  
• Assist your administrative staff in preparing for GSA audits as may be required

Required Contract Reporting
During the year, we will make certain that your contract "Report of Orders Received" are properly filed in a timely manner. We will also assist in loading of your GSA Contract to the GSA Web Portal.

We also monitor Federal-purchasing plans to alert you to potential Federal Government business.