What types of contracts does this branch typically manage?

These branches primarily oversee large-scale Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) that provide federal agencies with streamlined access to professional services and technical solutions.

How can vendors best position themselves for these contracting branches?

Vendors should focus on obtaining a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract, as these branches frequently utilize established schedule vehicles to fulfill agency requirements for specialized professional and technical support.

Are there specific set-asides common to these contracting branches?

While these branches manage broad-scope vehicles, they actively incorporate small business participation goals, often favoring vendors with socioeconomic certifications like 8(a), HUBZone, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business status during task order competitions.

FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE · Contracting Office

GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B

Contracting office data and solicitation history for GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B.

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FEDERAL ACQUISITION

FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE

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GENERAL

GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B.

The GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B manage complex, high-value acquisition programs focused on professional services, specialized equipment, and enterprise-wide solutions. These branches facilitate the procurement of mission-critical support services and technical products, primarily engaging vendors capable of delivering large-scale government-wide contract vehicles.

Hierarchy: FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE · GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

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GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B contracting FAQ

Common questions about GSA/FAS/GSS/QSCBA/SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH A AND QSCBB SPECIAL CONTRACTING BRANCH B, the parent hierarchy, and how vendors should track this contracting office.