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Subcontracting for Prime Contractors

The federal government prioritizes small business participation in our buying programs. The Small Business Subcontracting Program requires non-small businesses with a contract valued at $750,000 or more to consider working with small businesses.

Eligibility

Businesses considered “Other Than Small Business” that hold a contract valued at $750,000 or more are obligated to participate. Small businesses are not required to have a small business subcontracting plan.

Contractor Assessment

As a MAS contract holder, an IOA may contact you to complete a Contractor Assessment, which is a review of your records to verify contractual compliance. The frequency of assessments depends on several factors, including sales volume. Your IOA will contact you to schedule an assessment when necessary.

Purpose of an Assessment

Vendor Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Shipping Instructions

GSA is transitioning to Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) as the preferred method of sending orders to vendors as part of the vendor direct delivery program, which supports the Federal Acquisition Service’s performance goals of operating efficiently and effectively. EDI is the electronic interchange of business information using a standardized format. EDI transaction sets are utilized by GSA Global Supply to identify, process, and track all vendor direct orders. Vendor direct orders are orders that customers place through GSA and are processed and shipped directly by the vendor.

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