GSA: $260 Million Spent On Outdoor Maintenance Equipment In 2006

So far in 2006, GSA has reported that the federal government has spent more than $260 million on outdoor maintenance equipment and related accessories. The figures are reported by the GSA under Schedule Number 51 V which contains a variety of subcategories.

Subcategories of Equipment Purchased Through GSA
Some of the subcategories for which the $260 million has been spent include purchasing (1) appliances such as refrigerators, microwave ovens, washing machines, etc.; (2) flooring, fencing, hardware and building materials; (3) lawn and garden equipment such as lawn mowers, tractors, chainsaws, etc.; and (4) power tools (drills, grinders and routers) and non-power tools (hammers, screw drivers, etc.).

Small Business Set Asides
If you own a small hardware store or are interested in growing your mid-sized business, a GSA contract (Schedule 51 V) can help. The federal government mandated that a substantial portion of the $260 million be set aside for small and disadvantaged businesses. Those small and disadvantaged business that have already obtained a GSA contract were able to take advantage of the set aside and grow their businesses.

In the upcoming weeks I will go into more detail about how your business can qualify for a federal government contract as a small business. In the meantime, contact one of our sponsoring attorneys above to find out how you can get the process started.

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