Obtaining a GSA Schedule: Benefits and Challenges
Getting on a GSA Schedule is a fantastic option for you to think about if you are a small business looking to conduct business with the government with little competition. The GSA Schedule, also known as the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) and the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term, government-wide contract for private businesses that gives the government access to millions of commercial goods and services at just and reasonable prices. The consolidated Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) classifies available items by big category, subclass, and Special Item Number (SIN). The twelve (12) major categories are Office Management, Facilities, Furniture & Furnishings, Human Capital, Industrial Products & Services, Information Technology, Miscellaneous, Professional Services, Scientific Management and Solutions, Security & Protection, Transportation and Logistics Services, and Travel. In this article, we've covered some of the biggest obstacles small businesses must overc...