This course is designed for ordering agencies that require GSA Schedule services. The GSA Schedules program offers a vast array of services and products, and offers a streamlined way to acquire these services. This course provides ordering activities with valuable information about the services available through GSA Schedules, how to find them, and the procedures and requirements that apply when ordering these cost-effective service solutions....

An introduction and explication as to what Heartland Supply does and how it helps Federal customers. 1 CLP credit. Training on GSA Global Supply™ Requisition PurchasingSign Up to Learn How to Equip Your Mission with Hand and Power Tools from GSA.Join us for this convenient, 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, retro...

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI) team and the Advanced Technology Academic Research Center (ATARC) will host a DCOI Technology Resources Summit on November 20, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at GSA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.Margie Graves, Acting U.S. Chief Information Officer, will open the event with a Visionary Keynote, and there will be three panel discussions that focus on data cen...

Federal agencies are required by statute and executive order to purchase certain products with specific environmental or energy attributes. “Green purchasing” or “sustainable acquisition” refers to purchasing products with these attributes, and purchasing services under which these products will be supplied or used. In this course, we will examine additional options for minimizing the environmental impact of your acquis...

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...

In this course, you will learn about the GSA eBuy program, and how it functions to benefit both the government buyer and the vendor. Learn how to use this electronic Request for Quote (RFQ) tool. Two (2) CLP credits. As a busy acquisition workforce professional, you need best-value solutions that save time, and leave more budget for your agency’s mission. Take advantage of our Schedules training. It provides an interactive learning exper...

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. Two (2) CLP credits. As a busy acquisition workforce professional, you need best-value solutions that save time, and leave more budget for your agency...

This FREE training class is hosted by GSA's Personal Property Management program and is intended for both newcomers to the field and seasoned professionals seeking updates on the disposal process. Accountable Property Officers, Property Custodians and other personnel interested in learning the excess personal property disposal process are also welcome. Continuous Learning Points (CLP), pending review, will be provided for attendance. Date: Mon...

NGA and GSA's Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) will host an Industry Day on June 16, 2016 for all interested industry partners who offer commercial satellite imagery data, products and services.Join us and learn about NGA's Commercial Initiative to Buy Operationally Responsive GEOINT - CIBORG - Program and how you can support this effort. GSA will explain new initiatives that were put in place to "Make It Easier" (MIE) for industry to do busi...

Government Contracting Compliance should be at the forefront of any successful Government Contracting Business. Small and large businesses do not always recognize all of the internal controls that are required by contracting with the Federal Government. This lack of recognition of the importance and implementation of these controls can potentially lead to suspension and or debarment. In the past year, federal agencies have increased its surve...