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"Green" requirements in a recently issued RFI
Look what we found! A very large agency posted an RFI with the following "green requirements". Thought we'd share what we see as a growing trend. If you have other examples, we'd love to see them posted to this group. (Cut and paste from the RFI is below).
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4.2.1 GREEN PROCUREMENT
OMB Chief Issues Memorandum to Procurement Officials Regarding Inter-agency Aquisitions
Encouraging agencies to reduce waste by leveraging their "own buying power," the Administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, Dan Gordon, issued guidance designed to reduce duplication in acquisitions by increasing interagency contracting and information sharing. This came out as a memorandum to Chief Acquisition Officer and Senior Procurement Executives on September 29, 2011. As we discuss in the video series, this represents the type of communication that successful contractors need to stay tuned in to.
New Biobased Product Report Requirement for Government Contractors
Service and construction contractors are required to report their purchases of biobased products for supply or use under Federal contracts. The reporting requirement applies if:
· Your contract or task order was signed between May 18, 2012 and September 30, 2012 AND
What Green/Sustainability clauses will you see in Schedules Solicitations?
These clauses will be in the MAS Soliciations - if they are not already - 52.204-4; 52.223-5; 52.223-10. See document section for complete list.
Federal Register "Designation of Product Categories for Federal Procurement"
Air fresheners and deodorizers; asphalt and tar removers; asphalt restorers; blast media; candles and wax melts; electronic components cleaners; floor coverings (non-carpet); foot care products; furniture cleaners and protectors; inks; packaging and insulating materials; pneumatic equipment lubricants; and wood and concrete stains.
GSA Launches Green Products Compilation
New compilation helps buyers, program officials understand green purchasing requirements.
Hints and best practices for searching within FPDS
Thank you to our Greater Southwest Acquisition Center for sharing their tutorial on how to conduct searches within FPDS. (you can find them in the document section of this group). As you know, FPDS is a powerful database that can be used to conduct market research and see what and who are buying in the government. It's a good place to start to develop and hone in on your target market. For questions or comments about these instructions you may contact Sandra Clerk-Brown at 817-850-8211 or sandra.clerk-brown@gsa.gov.
Small Business Set-Asides are now an option for customers placing orders against MAS
As a schedule contractor it's important to understand the implications of the Small Business Jobs Act on the Schedules program and specifically what changes are taking place for your customers or potential clients. Learn what you need to know about how the rules on set-asides have changed. Use the resources GSA provides to help you become a resource for your customers. It's another tool in the toolkit that you need to be able to help your customers understand fully.
Schedules Contractor Success - Marketing Matters!
GSA Schedule Contractors (and industry considering the Schedules program) - it is highly recommended that you join the group "GSA Contractor Success - Marketing Matters". There is a 4-part free video series that provides information and references to assist you in the difficult job of selling your products and services to the federal government. http://interact.gsa.gov/groups/contractor-success
Schedule Contractor Success - Marketing Matters!
GSA Schedule Contractors (and industry considering the Schedules program) - it is highly recommended that you join the group "Schedules Contractor Success - Marketing Matters". There is a 4-part free video series that provides information and references to assist you in the difficult job of selling your products and services to the federal government. http://interact.gsa.gov/groups/contractor-success
