Using Acquisition Life Cycle Tools
There are a number of tools and resources provided by the Federal government to promote cost-effective and sustainable acquisition (e.g. energy and water efficient products, reduced life cycle costs). This webpage provides guidance for how each of the tools can be best utilized during each phase of the procurement life cycle.
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GSA's SFTool: Use modules within Learn and Plan sections (e.g. water efficiency, healthy indoor environments, responsible business conduct) to research best practices |
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GSA's Green Procurement Compilation: Identify minimum Federal sustainable acquisition requirements, sample source selection criteria, and sample contract language |
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EPA's Sustainable Marketplace![]() |
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Federal Procurement Data System: When documenting contract award, the contracting officer should ensure applicable sustainability fields (8K and 8L![]() |
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SFTool Product Search![]() |
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SFTool Verifying Delivery of Sustainable Products and Services Module: This module can be used to identify best practices for validating that contractors provide compliant products and services. |
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System for Awards Management![]() ![]() |
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Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)![]() |
Other Resources
- Cost Savings and Environmental Benefits Calculators: Available calculators can assist with determining any cost savings and other environmental benefits resulting from the contract (e.g. Energy Star Cost Savings Calculator
, EPEAT Cost Savings Calculator
, FEMP Energy Efficient Cost Savings Calculators
).
- Recognition Programs: Consider recognizing successful projects through an awards program (e.g. DOE GreenBuy Awards
, Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards
, EPA SaferChoice Awards
)