If you have questions concerning the preparation and submission of your electronic catalog using EDI, please email our EDI Help Desk at edistat@gsa.gov.
 

The cXML Advantage Purchase Order Packet provides documentation and instructions for vendors to follow to begin receiving cXML purchase orders from GSA Advantage and all other relevant transactions.

cXML Advantage Purchase Order Packet (docx)

Last Updated: 04/11/2023
 

New validation enforcement on EDI 832 Catalog data for catalog management. - 07/11/2023

New validation enforcement on EDI 832 Catalog data for catalog management. - 11/06/2023

Additional EDI Sample Sets:

The EDI Startup Packet provides an EDI checklist and references/links to assist you in submitting data for GSA Advantage.

EDI Startup Packet

Last Updated: 09/15/2022
 

Electronic Data Interchange or EDI, is a type of paid commercial software that allows computer-to-computer exchange of business information using a standardized format (ANSI X12). 

As of November 1, 2025, GSA is no longer hosting SIP training. All new contractors must use the FAS Catalog Platform (FCP). Existing contractors who need help with SIP should contact the VSC.

The Vendor Support Center (VSC) has a dedicated staff to assist when you need assistance or encounter problems. Please contact the VSC staff Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time, at (877) 495-4849, or via email at vendor.support@gsa.gov.
 

The SIP User Guide provides a detailed look at the processes, procedures and tools available in the SIP software.  Use this guide as a user manual for all your SIP questions.

SIP User Guide (pdf)
 

The SIP program allows you to import product data from a file/database that is already established on your computer/system.

SIP Excel Import Instructions (xls)
 

Before uploading your GSA Advantage electronic catalog using SIP, please review these helpful tips to ensure successful processing: