GSA Schedule Contracts
Avoid The Bid Hassle and Get The Best Deal
GSA Schedule contracts are awarded by the General Services Administration to businesses and institutions.
According to gsa.gov, GSA schedules (also referred to as Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) and Federal Supply Schedules) are long-term government-wide contracts with commercial firms providing federal, state, and local government buyers access to more than 11 million commercial supplies (products) and services at volume discount pricing. It provides indefinite delivery and quality, meaning that a consumer can order an unlimited number of products and services while the contract is fixed.
A few of the federal agencies who work exclusively with companies that hold a GSA Schedule Contract include the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DOH), FEMA, and Department of Energy. The General Services Administration (GSA) was established to help oversee and support the basic operations of federal organizations.
What are the qualifications for a GSA Schedule?
In order to qualify, a company must:
- be in business for atleast two years
- have healthy financials
- offer products and services that fit under a GSA schedule
- have TAA compliance when offering products
- have past performance when offering services
Who can buy from GSA Schedule companies?
- Federal agencies (military and civilian)
- State and local government agencies (certain Schedule purchases)
- Mixed ownership government corporations
- Qualified nonprofits agencies for the blind or severely handicapped individuals
- Contractors authorized under FAR 51
Why should customers buy from companies that hold a GSA Schedule?
- Simplified procedures for a more efficient procurement process
- Access to small businesses to support socioeconomic goals
- Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Purchases can be made with ease & quick turnaround directly from a contractor’s GSA Schedule Contract
- Prices have already been deemed fair and reasonable
- Contract holders are often viewed as more trustworthy to do business with because it's been “pre-approved” and validated.
- Access to emerging technologies and innovative solutions
With more than two decades of experience in securing the public sector, Homeland Safety Systems understands your duty to obtain the most effective, comprehensive solutions for your facility while overcoming the challenges of budget constraints and time management.
Our company is established across the Ark-La-Tex, currently servicing over 2,000 commercial, industrial, and federal facilities. Examples of our GSA projects include access control, digital surveillance, intrusion detection alarms, HALO smart sensors, and more.
For more information about GSA or the services we offer, call us toll free at (888) 909-2261 or complete our contact form!
Isn't it time to protect our future?
From consultation and design, to installation and maintenance, we integrate our products to provide convienient, quality security solutions that allow for future growth and expandability. Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating an existing system, get started with Homeland Safety Systems today for all of your security needs.