Acquisition
OASIS under protest
Days after GSA issued the long-awaited RFPs, two protests have been filed.
Acquisition
GSA portal aids in contract selection
GSA has launched its new electronic tool designed to help federal, state and local government agencies find their way through the growing thicket of federal IT purchasing contracts.
Digital Government
GSA moves to make eBuy mobile-friendly
Revamped site brings a range of tools and services to agencies and to small businesses on the go.
People
Is OASIS too complex?
Although the RFPs for GSA's new one-stop acquisition offering were developed in close consultation with stakeholders, some say the results could be daunting for the uninitiated - or even a few of the initiated.
Acquisition
OASIS: The details
GSA's OASIS multiple-award contract encompasses seven service areas and 28 federal classification codes.
Digital Government
GSA consolidates customer service contact points
In a move aimed at streamlining capabilities, the General Services Administration is about to roll out optimized telephone and email contacts for those looking for acquisition help.
People
GSA closes in on market-share goal
Strategic sourcing, ease and other factors make GSA's programs an ideal procurement mechanism for many situations, top official argues.
Acquisition
GSA ponders adding IT to office supply initiative
The procurement agency could add certain types of IT hardware including printers and keyboards to a strategic-sourcing program.
Acquisition
OASIS RFPs imminent
The final documents opening a new GSA contract to bidders are expected by Aug. 1.
People
GSA slammed for setting a bad example
Lawmakers hone in on procurement agency during a hearing on data center consolidation and other IT programs.
People
GSA pushes for larger market share
While recognizing that the agency's solutions aren't right for every situation, GSA's head wants to see its share of the federal market grow.
Modernization
GSA tightens scrutiny on FedRAMP assessors
A new accreditation process will add rigor and depth to the analysis of an applicant's security standards, GSA promises.
Acquisition
Multiprong support comes for strategic sourcing
Legislation and a new GSA contract could bolster practices intended to amplify federal buying power.
Acquisition
A show of support for strategic sourcing
Legislation to expand bulk buying expected on July 18, as FAS commissioner touts savings to date.
Acquisition
Some senators skeptical about strategic sourcing
Can GSA's bulk-buying strategy really save the big dollars its supporters promise?
Acquisition
What to make of GSA's reverse auction play
Competition is good, Steve Kelman notes, so long as the playing field is level.
Modernization
GSA and the cloud broker model
The assistant commissioner of integrated technology services clarifies GSA's role and plans for supporting agencies' move to the cloud.
Digital Government