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...

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...

When: Wednesday, September 23, 2020Time: 11:00 AM - Noon Eastern Time Who Should Attend:All federal users including contracting officers, program office officials, managers, and executive 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 (...

This convenient webinar shares how agencies can procure cloud computing and includes tips for migrating applications to the cloud. You’ll learn about the advantages of cloud computing and how to use GSA’s contracts to make the cloud acquisition process easier and more efficient. There’s no charge for this event! Join us to: Get valuable information about cloud computing and its benefits to government Gain an overview of how G...

Training on GSA Global Supply™ Requisition Purchasing. Sign Up to Learn How to Equip Your Mission with Hand and Power Tools from GSA. Join us for this convenient and concise overview of how to purchase from GSA Global Supply’s offering of power tools, generators, tool kits, and other tools used daily by machine shops; retrofitting facilities; and mechanics. You’ll also learn how to complete a government-to-government (G2G) tr...

Before issuing task orders using OASIS or OASIS SB, Federal Contracting Officers (COs) must complete training and receive a Delegation of Procurement Authority (DPA). Training sessions last approximately 90-120 minutes and venues will offer two Continuous Learning Points (CLPs). What does the training cover? Basic Contact Information; Scope; Ordering process; Roles and responsibilities; and Resources. Who should attend?1102 Series Personnel on...

This training course defines and describes small business in the federal marketplace and how socioeconomic goals can be achieved using the GSA Schedules program. Learn the rules for set asides and how to best ensure small business participation following rules established in FAR Subpart 8.4. This is a two (2) CLP credit course. Note: Industry may participate by following these directions: https://meet.gsa.gov/ipi.