GWAC (Government-Wide Acquisition Contract) · NASA-Managed IT Products GWAC
NASA SEWP V
Managed by NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
NASA SEWP V (Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement) is NASA's premier government-wide IT products and solutions GWAC, available to all federal agencies. SEWP V is best known for fast ordering, competitive pricing on commercial IT products (hardware, software, solutions), and access to a broad catalog of technology offerings. It operates in two primary groups: Group A (large businesses) and Group B (small businesses), with direct support from NASA SEWP program office staff to facilitate orders.
$10B+
Annual Spend
Unlimited (group-specific ceilings)
Ceiling
5 years base + optional renewals
Contract Term
NASA
Managed By
NASA SEWP V Contract Pools
Competition pools and socioeconomic set-aside categories within NASA SEWP V.
Group A, Large Business
ALarge and other-than-small businesses. Broad IT product catalog including hardware, software, and services.
Group B, Small Business
BSBA-defined small businesses with applicable socioeconomic certifications (8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, HUBZone).
NASA SEWP V Task Areas & Service Scope
The functional task areas and service categories that define what can be ordered through NASA SEWP V.
IT Hardware
CAT1Servers, workstations, storage, networking equipment, and peripherals
Commercial Software
CAT2Software licenses, subscriptions, SaaS, and software maintenance agreements
IT Solutions
CAT3Integrated IT solutions, system configurations, and technology solution packages
Maintenance & Support
CAT4Hardware maintenance, software support, extended warranties, and OEM support services
Ancillary IT Products
CAT5IT accessories, cables, media, racks, power protection, and installation supplies
IT Services (ancillary)
CAT6Limited ancillary services supporting IT product delivery and implementation
NASA SEWP V Market Context
Why NASA SEWP V matters in the federal contracting landscape and its role in agency acquisition strategy.
NASA SEWP V is the federal government's premier IT products GWAC, handling over $10B in annual IT hardware and software orders for agencies that span every cabinet department and major independent agency. SEWP V is particularly dominant in the federal IT products market because of its streamlined ordering process, agencies can receive quotes and issue orders within days rather than weeks. NASA manages SEWP V at no cost to ordering agencies (a 0.35% fee to contract holders funds the program), making it extremely attractive compared to agency-specific vehicles. The vehicle's group structure separates large OEMs and value-added resellers from small business resellers, enabling set-aside competition within a mature products marketplace.
How NASA SEWP V Task Orders Work
Step-by-step: how agencies issue task orders through NASA SEWP V and what contract holders need to do to compete.
- 1Agency identifies an IT product or solution need and confirms it falls within SEWP V scope (hardware, software, IT services, or solutions).
- 2Agency logs into the SEWP V portal and submits a Request for Quote (RFQ) to all Group A or Group B holders (or subsets based on product type and set-aside).
- 3SEWP V holders respond with quotes (pricing, delivery, product specifications) typically within 2–5 days for standard catalog items.
- 4Agency reviews quotes, selects the best value, and executes the order directly through the SEWP portal, which generates the task order and notifies NASA's SEWP office.
- 5NASA SEWP program office collects the 0.35% fee from the holder and tracks order reporting; agencies receive products or services under the issued task order.
Key Facts, NASA SEWP V
Important market intelligence for federal contractors pursuing NASA SEWP V task orders.
- 1Government's fastest IT product ordering vehicle, many orders placed within hours
- 2Over $10B in annual orders, the largest IT products procurement channel in the U.S. government
- 3Two primary groups: Group A (large businesses) and Group B (small businesses/socioeconomic categories)
- 4All federal agencies, DoD components, and authorized buyers can use SEWP V
- 5Direct NASA program office support helps agencies process orders quickly
- 6SEWP V catalog includes tens of thousands of IT products from hundreds of manufacturers
Eligibility & Requirements, NASA SEWP V
What is required to hold a NASA SEWP V contract and compete for task orders.
- ✓Must be an authorized SEWP V contract holder in Group A or Group B
- ✓Products and solutions must be commercially available and TAA-compliant (no prohibited countries of origin)
- ✓OEM authorizations or reseller authorization letters required for proposed product lines
- ✓Must maintain active SAM.gov registration throughout the contract period
- ✓Prices must be at or below commercial most-favored-customer pricing
- ✓Must comply with SEWP V cybersecurity and supply chain requirements for hardware and software products
Top Agency Buyers, NASA SEWP V
Federal agencies that most actively order through NASA SEWP V. Understanding these buyers is essential for targeted capture and business development.
Department of Defense (DoD)
DoD and its hundreds of buying activities are the largest SEWP V customers, purchasing servers, networking gear, end-user compute devices, and software licenses at enormous scale.
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
The VA procures billions in medical IT systems, clinical workstations, network infrastructure, and health information technology through SEWP V annually.
Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
NIH, CMS, and FDA use SEWP V for IT equipment, cloud software, cybersecurity products, and enterprise systems across their research and administrative operations.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
DHS components buy IT hardware, communications equipment, surveillance technology, and cybersecurity tools through SEWP V on a recurring basis.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
As the SEWP V managing agency, NASA is also a buyer, procuring IT equipment and solutions for its centers and mission programs.
Strategies for Winning NASA SEWP V Task Orders
Practical tactics for maximizing your success as a NASA SEWP V contract holder.
- 1Speed is your competitive advantage on SEWP V, agencies choose SEWP V precisely because it is faster than running a standalone procurement. Prioritize response time.
- 2FedRAMP-authorized cloud products are in extremely high demand through SEWP V, ensure all proposed cloud offerings have current FedRAMP authorizations.
- 3Agencies use SEWP V Quote Tool: keep your product catalog current, pricing competitive, and response templates ready to expedite quote turnaround.
- 4SEWP V Group B gives small businesses direct access to the fastest IT procurement vehicle in government, leverage it aggressively to compete with larger resellers.
- 5Hardware supply chain compliance has become critical post-EO 14028, provide clear CMMC and SCRM documentation to reduce order delays.
- 6Proactively alert agencies to upcoming product price changes or availability constraints, proactive communication builds agency buyer trust and loyalty.
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Frequently Asked Questions, NASA SEWP V
Common questions about NASA SEWP V including pools, eligibility, ordering process, and task order strategies.