GSA Advantage!  |   e-Library What is e-Buy? e-Buy is designed to facilitate the request for and submission of quotes or proposals for commercial products, services, and solutions offered through GSA Federal Supply Schedules and Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs). Using the e-Buy system, Federal Purchasers (buyers) may prepare and post an RFQ/RFP for specific products and services for a specified period of time. Once posted, contractors (sellers) may review the request and post a response. e-Buy is a simple online procurement tool to use. First, find a category and select vendors to personally notify (all vendors are notified if the RFQ/RFP is placed under a GWAC category). All vendors listed under the category selected can also review or quote on your request. Second, enter your requirements and specify the amount of time the RFQ should remain open. Contractors will receive emails about your requirements and submit quotes in return. Why Should I Use e-Buy? e-Buy was designed to bring ease and versatility to online procurement. Here is a sample of what can be done using e-Buy: Receive quotes on millions of products and services Find sources of supply Seek information Procure complex requirements by attaching statements of work Request large dollar items Establish Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) pricing What are the Benefits of e-Buy? Take a look at some of the great benefits that both Federal buyers and Schedule Vendors can experience by using e-Buy: Federal Buyers: Save time and money by completing procurements online Ensure compliance with DoD Section 803 requirements Submit on-line Modifications Forward RFQ/RFPs to others for review and purchase Attach customized documents Schedule and GWAC contractors: Tap into a new large customer base for your products and services Increase sales Access to all RFQ/RFPs placed under categories for which you hold contracts Receive email notices of RFQ/RFP opportunities