In this course, you will learn why market research is conducted, when and how to conduct market research; the regulatory nature of FAR Part 10 and how it ties into other decisions such as acquisition planning (Part 7) small business set-asides, commercial items, contract type selection and more, and how to get better results by making your data collection methods easier. The course will use real life scenarios, examples from GSA’s market...

FOR FEDERAL USERS ONLY FREE training on agency moves. Planning for an agency move? Learn how to set yourself up for success! Registration is required for this training - each participant will get their own unique entry URL, so you must register to be granted access to the Meeting Space. Participants will receive one (1) Continuous Learning Point for attending. GSA Meeting Space may not be compatible with everyone’s system. If you are una...

Gateway U - Real World Acquisition Training Fall 2020 Why: Become an expert on the tools and digital services available on the Acquisition Gateway and how they can help improve your acquisitions Gain skills to improve the government’s buying power and reduce contract duplication Find out the latest information on Federal Marketplace initiatives Earn CLPs to maintain your certifications Gateway U - Real World Acquisition Training Fall 202...

Government wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) enable federal agencies to buy cost-effective, innovative solutions for information technology (IT) requirements. Because most, if not all, government agencies have a need to buy IT services and solutions, GSA has made this purchasing convenient through its GWAC Programs. In this continuous learning module, you will learn about the 8(a) STARS II, Alliant 2, and VETS 2 GWACs. This is a two (2) CLP c...

This course will familiarize you with commonly-used methods of acquisition: issuing task or delivery orders under GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) (FAR Subpart 8.4), and the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13 or negotiating a stand-alone contract under FAR Part 15. This course will explore the differences and similarities between Subpart 8.4 and Parts 13 & 15 procedures, advantages and disadvantages for various situation...

A GSA Schedule Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) is an agreement established by a government buyer with a Schedule contractor to fill repetitive needs for supplies or services. In this course, you will learn how BPAs leverage an ordering activity’s buying power by taking advantage of quantity discounts, saving administrative time, and reducing paperwork. This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

When: Thursday, October 22, 2020Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time Who Should Attend:All federal users including contracting officers, program office officials, managers, andexecutive staff are invited to participate in these complimentary webinars to learn how the VETS 2 GWAC can support their agency IT project initiatives. Warranted contracting officers must complete this training before requesting a Delegation of Procurement Authority (DP...

Federal agencies now have a fast, effective way to buy maintenance, repair and facility (MRFS) supplies and save! GSA’s dynamic MRFS purchasing channel solution can help you save an average of 8 percent more on MRFS products than previously offered in the federal marketplace. Log on for live webinar training to discover the benefits of GSA’s MRFS solution. Seize your opportunity to attend this short, in-depth webinar, for which you...

GSA Personal Property Management is hosting a series of virtual training sessions on various aspects of the program. The topic of this FREE virtual training will be Acquiring Excess Personal Property. This training will provide you with information as to who can acquire excess personal property, whether we pay for it or not, how to acquire the property via a live demonstration and more. In addition, you will receive training as to how to imple...

GSA Personal Property Disposal Concepts Overview is hosted by GSA's Personal Property Management Division. This course is intended for both newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals seeking updates on the GSA Personal Property Disposal process. Dates: October 13-15, 2020Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm PST each dayCLP Credits: 12Cost: FREE Topics covered: Personal Property Disposal Overview GSAXcess Familiarization Reporting Excess Perso...