What do you think it takes to get started in the GSA Schedule program? Is it as simple as a one application process or will it command work? If you want to be successful there are a few critical steps that will put you on the right path, check them out here: Have a clear understanding- Getting a GSA schedule is not mandatory for any contractor but it definitely makes your company more appealing in the federal market. So if you're a business and you qualify a GSA schedule is a great place to start. Understanding the federal sector or at least having someone to represent you who has a clear understanding will help you move with ease. GSA contracts have a formal process that is structured in accordance to the rules and regulations of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its internal regulatory General Services Administration Acquisition Manual (GSAM). Becoming familiar with federal language and protocol will certainly take a lot of stress out of the process. Determine if you are the right fit- Before jumping into applying you want to be sure that you are the right fit. I have seen many customers desperately wanting to apply for the schedule to only find it would have never helped them grow in the federal market because GSA had no need for their commodity. GSA buys all types of products and services but you want to be sure that they have a need for what you sell. Although there are several [...]
