How to Buy Vehicles

GSA purchases new vehicles for federal agencies and other eligible organizations only. 

Used government vehicles are sold to the public. Visit AutoAuctions or GSA Auctions for more information.

How To Order Vehicles
Use AutoChoice to purchase:
  • Alternative fuel vehicles
  • Ambulances
  • Buses
  • Light trucks
  • Medium and heavy trucks
  • Sedans
  • Station wagons
  • Wreckers and carriers
AutoChoice Features
  • Configure vehicles and choose equipment options;
  • View side by side comparisons of vehicle models from vehicle manufacturers;
  • Calculate actual vehicle prices for configured vehicles that include the GSA one percent surcharge;
  • Submit vehicle orders to GSA online; and
  • Check vehicle order status.

Vehicles and products available on GSA Schedule:
Other features of AutoChoice
  • View the GSA contract discounts to the manufacturers suggested retail price and dealers invoice price;
  • View miles per gallon fuel ratings;
  • View vehicle manufacturers past performance;
  • Select a dealership;
  • Select vehicle colors;
  • Link to the NHTSA's website to view crash test ratings; and
  • View the Federal Vehicle Standards. 
Urgent Requirements?  Use the Automotive Express Desk
GSA offers an Automotive Express Desk to handle requirements that are needed on an "Unusual and Compelling Urgency" basis (in accordance with FAR 6.302-2(c). In these cases, a justification for other than full and open competition must be provided with an agency's requisition. More information on GSA's is available through the Automotive Express Desk.

Please Note - Special Ordering Instructions In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 16.505 (a) and (b), each ordering agency must compare prices for each and every contractor that can meet the minimum order requirements when selecting the vehicle(s) which will meet their agency's mission. Ordering agencies must also document the contract file with the rationale for placement and price of each order.

The following should be considered when determining the best value when ordering light trucks, medium and heavy trucks, and passenger cars:

(1) Price
(2) Optional Equipment
(3) Delivery Time
(4) Fuel Economy
(5) Life Cycle Cost
(6) Past Performance
(7) Dealer/Maintenance Location

Each order submitted to GSA for order placement must provide a statement affirming that all contractors were provided a fair opportunity to compete in accordance with FAR 16.505 (b).

Last Reviewed 4/28/2009