The Schedule Input Program (SIP) is a GSA proprietary software program provided to contract holders to assist with uploading their electronic catalog onto GSA Advantage.
 

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the computer-to-computer exchange of business information using a public standard. You have several different options when it comes to using EDI to submit your catalog file. In addition to commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) packages, there are also third parties and Value Added Networks (VANs) who can assist you. If you are interested in learning more about EDI, call our EDI help desk at 703-605-9444 or email edistat@gsa.gov.

The Schedules Input Program (SIP) software can be downloaded from the GSA Vendor Support Center. SIP is a client-side application that allows you to import/input your contract and product data for inclusion on GSA Advantage.

SIP system requirements: SIP is a Microsoft Windows-based program which can be installed on a stand-alone PC or multi-user LAN environment.  Note for Mac users - you will need to use an emulator that runs Windows to be able to use SIP on a Mac.

Quick Start 

The Contractor Start-up Kit provides guidance on how to upload your products and services to GSA Advantage using the Schedule Input Program (SIP) or Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), as well as instructions on how to maintain your information. 

Contractor Start up kit (pdf)

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In certain circumstances, GSA allows contractors to submit awarded BPA products on GSA Advantage.  Here is a list of Contractors that GSA has authorized to submit their BPA information for posting on GSA Advantage.

For more information on the steps and procedures for submitting your BPA products using SIP, view the BPA Quick Start Guide.
 

Contractors are no longer permitted to submit embedded HTML within the product description or any other field not designated for this purpose. HTML embedded in the description can cause a number of problems related to page presentation, and conflict with and alter GSA Advantage search results and product detail.  

In lieu of embedded HTML, GSA recommends submitting product URLs (see above).
 

You have the option to include product URLs in your electronic catalog if your company has additional product information on another website. Customers can visit your URL from the GSA Advantage product detail page.
 

GSA contracts under certain SINs are required to have photos for each product listed, with certain exceptions. When was the last time you bought a product online without a photo?  Photos provide the best shopping experience for customers.  Publishing accurate photos of offered products avoids buyer confusion and reduces returns. With so many products on GSA Advantage, making sure that your products have clear, high quality photos help your products stand out.

Provide a description for each product in your electronic catalog. Use generic terminology and keywords that your potential customers may use in their searches. Remember, GSA Advantage is run by a search engine.
Your GSA Advantage offerings should: