The Multiple Award Schedule blends 24 Schedules into one expected to be completed during fiscal 2020.
The long-awaited consolidation of General Services Administration schedules is underway, a process that will take most of the current fiscal year.
GSA schedules are potential 20 year contracts that give agencies access to more than 11 million products and services at a discount, thanks to volume buying. Most of the contracts are organized by product categories; for example, Schedule 70 focuses on IT, while Schedule 36 is for office, imaging and document solutions.
Below is a list of all Schedule categories …… what a breath of fresh ai
| Large Category | Subcategory |
| Facilities | Structures |
| Facilities Services | |
| Food Service Equipment | |
| Facilities Supplies | |
| Facilities Solutions | |
| Facilities Maintenance and Repair | |
| Furniture & Furnishings | Miscellaneous Furniture |
| Office Furniture | |
| Flooring | |
| Fitness Solutions | |
| Signs | |
| Household, Dormitory & Quarters Furniture | |
| Packaged Furniture | |
| Healthcare Furniture | |
| Furniture Services | |
| Human Capital | Human Resources |
| Background Investigations | |
| Compensation and Benefits | |
| Temporary Help Services | |
| Social Services | |
| Industrial Products and Services | Industrial Products |
| Packaging | |
| Cleaning Supplies | |
| Fire/Rescue/Safety/Environmental Protection Equipment | |
| Hardware and Tools | |
| Fuel Management | |
| Machinery and Components | |
| Test and Measurement Supplies | |
| Industrial Products and Services Maintenance and Repair | |
| Information Technology | IT Hardware |
| IT Software | |
| Telecommunications | |
| IT Solutions | |
| IT Training | |
| Electronic Commerce | |
| IT Services | |
| Miscellaneous | Apparel |
| Complimentary Special Item Numbers (SINs) | |
| Personal Hair Care Items | |
| Musical Instruments | |
| Awards | |
| Flags | |
| Office Management | Printing and Photographic Equipment |
| Office Supplies | |
| Audio Visual Products | |
| Media Services | |
| Media Products | |
| Records Management | |
| Document Services | |
| Office Services | |
| Audio Visual Services | |
| Mail Management | |
| Office Management Maintenance and Repair | |
| Professional Services | Marketing and Public Relations |
| Financial Services | |
| Legal Services | |
| Technical and Engineering Services (non- IT) | |
| Business Administrative Services | |
| Logistical Services | |
| Language Services | |
| Environmental Services | |
| Training | |
| Identity Protection Services | |
| Scientific Management and Solutions | Laboratory Equipment |
| Laboratory Animals | |
| Search and Navigation | |
| Medical Equipment | |
| Testing and Analysis | |
| Scientific Services | |
| Security and Protection | Testing Equipment |
| Protective Equipment | |
| Security Services | |
| Security Systems | |
| Security Animals and Related Services | |
| Marine and Harbor | |
| Transportation and Logistics Services | Motor Vehicles (non-Combat) |
| Automotive Body Maintenance and Repair | |
| Packaging Services | |
| Package Delivery | |
| Transportation of Things | |
| Travel | Employee Relocation |
| Lodging | |
| Travel Agent and Misc Services |
Footnote to the above list: SCHEDULES MANAGED BY VA, that is Veterans Administration ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE LIST, i.e. Medical Equipment and Supplies and some others.
But dividing procurement efforts by product category can result in some complicated shopping. For example, say an agency is building a training facility or classroom and needs video teleconferencing ability, Wi-Fi, desktop and notebook computers, furniture and office supplies.
In this scenario, the agency would need to access multiple GSA Schedules and contractors — for the same project. Procurement officials must have deep knowledge of the nuances among the contracts to know where to begin to find all of the products they need.
MORE…..FEDERAL SPECIALTIES WILL HELP YOU TO NAVIGATE THIS NEW CONCEPT
Consolidated GSA Schedules Make Procurement More Efficient
Now that GSA has released it Consolidated Schedules program contracting vehicle, inefficiency will disappears as expected. It can only get better from here. That’s a huge change, and very good news for both contractors and agencies. Contractors can offer similar IT products, video teleconferencing solutions, office supplies and furniture on one contract, and for the most part will be able to do one-stop shopping.
Because the consolidation process is taking place over the course of the next year, however, this won’t happen instantly, but…but…but, it can be exciting for new contractors offering new technology and innovating solutions..
During this period, agencies will still access to all of the existing contracts. Communication will be key; agencies must know what they’re signing up for when they move off a contract vehicle they’re accustomed to, and contractors must keep agencies informed about what’s available and where. Federal Specialties Inc. will be pleased to help you navigate this maze. has produced a beginner’s guide to the new method that should be helpful.
Moving onto the new GSA schedules should make procurement simpler. Fill free to email or call us your specific concern.
Expect Challenges as Consolidated Schedules become a Reality.
We are confident that our expertise will lessen your anxiety regarding the The new GSA consolidated schedule as it does have the breadth and scope of what an agency needs to fulfill a solution. Be patient through the changes; they’ll be worth it.