Just as my Quick Hitter series on the FAR, my Quick Hitter series on the GSAR is meant to simplify contracting business with the government. This time with GSA.
GSAR 519.502-1 Requirements For Setting Aside Acquisitions
The CO may set aside part or the whole acquisition to a section or sections of designated small business categories as set forth in the solicitation.
If a contracting department acquires a good or service through set aside procedures then such must remain moving forward unless SBs are no longer competitive in such arena or activities on the procurement list are cheaper. Keep in mind that removing a set aside status requires a modification.
Government contracting does look out for the little guy. They have several designations of SBs tailored to women, flyover states, small towns and veterans. It’s not just for big business and recognizable names anymore. In addition, each agency has their own goals and meeting them does have a direct effect on annual appropriations by Congress.
GSA is involved in a lot concerning operation within the federal government. They are definitely a weapon you want in your arsenal.
This GSAR part speaks significantly to subcontracting. FAR Part 19 and FAR Part 44 can shed more light on that for you. This post is just letting you know that there’s a place in federal contracting for the little guy if you want it and GSA possesses a deep pool of opportunity for you if you want to jump in.
I’m not going to find your opportunities for you. You can use SAM Radar for that. However, I will stand by your side during the proposal process and beyond if you hire me.
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