Contract Types Glossary

New construction, renovation, and modernization of federal buildings, offices, warehouses, and institutional facilities. Commercial & Institutional Building Construction is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Road construction, bridge building, pavement maintenance, and transportation infrastructure for federal lands and installations. Highway, Street & Bridge Construction is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Electrical contracting, power distribution, generator installation, UPS systems, and electrical maintenance for federal buildings. Electrical & Power Systems is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Plumbing systems, HVAC installation and maintenance, mechanical services, and building automation system support. Plumbing, HVAC & Mechanical is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Commercial painting, wall covering installation, protective coatings, and surface preparation for government facilities. Painting & Wall Covering is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Grading, excavation, demolition, site clearing, and earthwork for federal construction projects. Site Preparation & Excavation is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Specialized building trades including waterproofing, insulation, acoustical work, scaffolding, and miscellaneous construction services. All Other Specialty Trade Contractors is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Government printing, bindery, large-scale reproduction, promotional materials, and GPO-compliant publishing services. Commercial Printing & Reproduction is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Gasoline, diesel, aviation fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and petroleum products for government fleet and facility operations. Fuels, Lubricants & Petroleum Products is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Laboratory chemicals, reagents, lab consumables, filtration media, and specialty chemicals for government research and operations. Chemicals, Reagents & Lab Supplies is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Prescription drugs, vaccines, medical supplies, personal protective equipment, and healthcare consumables for government agencies. Pharmaceutical Products & Medical Supplies is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Custom plastic fabrication, polymer components, fiberglass products, and composite materials for government and military applications. Plastics Products & Components is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Industrial hardware, fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, anchors, and builder hardware for government construction and maintenance. Hardware & Fasteners is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Custom machining, CNC services, precision metalwork, prototype fabrication, and industrial component manufacturing. Machine Shop & Precision Machining is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Valves, pipe fittings, flanges, gaskets, and fluid handling components for federal facility plumbing and industrial systems. Industrial Valves & Pipe Fittings is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Custom metal fabrication, welding, sheet metal work, structural steel, and specialized metalwork for government applications. Miscellaneous Metal Fabrication is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Heavy equipment sales and rental including excavators, loaders, dozers, cranes, and construction vehicles for federal projects. Construction Machinery & Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Multifunction printers, copiers, scanners, large-format plotters, and managed print services for government offices. Printers, Copiers & Imaging Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Air conditioning units, heating equipment, refrigeration systems, chillers, and air handling units for federal buildings. HVAC & Refrigeration Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Professional-grade power tools, hand tools, pneumatic tools, and tool accessories for government maintenance and construction operations. Power & Hand Tools is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Commercial IT hardware including desktops, laptops, tablets, thin clients, and associated peripherals and accessories. IT Hardware — Desktops, Laptops, Tablets is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Enterprise servers, network-attached storage, SAN systems, networking equipment, routers, switches, and data center hardware. Servers, Storage & Networking Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Telecommunications equipment including VoIP systems, video conferencing, unified communications, and mobile devices. Telecommunications Equipment & Devices is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Satellite communications, radio systems, broadcast equipment, antenna systems, and related field communications devices. Communications & Broadcast Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

GPS equipment, radar systems, sonar, meteorological instruments, and survey instruments for government field operations. Search, Detection & Navigation Instruments is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Industrial process control instruments, environmental sensors, air quality monitors, and water quality testing equipment. Process Control & Environmental Monitoring is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Laboratory analysis equipment, spectrometers, chromatographs, microscopes, and scientific measurement instruments for federal research. Analytical & Scientific Instruments is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Patient monitors, diagnostic imaging equipment, clinical analyzers, and medical measurement devices for government healthcare. Medical Diagnostic & Monitoring Instruments is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Electric motors, generators, transformers, power distribution equipment, and uninterruptible power supplies for government infrastructure. Electric Motors, Generators & Transformers is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Wire, cable, conduit, circuit breakers, lighting fixtures, and electrical distribution equipment for federal facility maintenance. Electrical Equipment & Supplies is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Government vehicle procurement including sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, passenger vans, and specialty utility vehicles for the federal fleet. Motor Vehicles — Sedans, SUVs, Trucks is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Medium and heavy-duty trucks, cargo vehicles, tactical trucks, and specialized commercial motor vehicles for government operations. Heavy Duty & Medium Trucks is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Ambulances, fire apparatus, law enforcement vehicles, and other emergency response vehicles for federal agencies. Ambulances & Emergency Vehicles is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Aircraft components, avionics systems, engine parts, airframe accessories, and aviation support equipment for government aircraft. Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Vessel construction, ship repair, dry dock services, marine engineering, and maritime maintenance for government watercraft. Ship Building, Repair & Marine Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and EV charging infrastructure per Executive Order requirements. Electric & Alternative Fuel Vehicles is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Furniture for government libraries, courtrooms, auditoriums, laboratories, and specialized institutional environments. Institutional & Library Furniture is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Solid wood and veneer office furniture, conference tables, executive desks, bookcases, and custom millwork for government offices. Wood Office Furniture & Custom Millwork is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Modular office furniture systems, workstations, cubicles, desks, chairs, and ergonomic office equipment for federal workplaces. Office Furniture — Systems & Components is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Prosthetic devices, orthopedic implants, wheelchair systems, hearing aids, and assistive technology for VA and DoD healthcare. Surgical Appliances & Prosthetics is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Surgical instruments, operating room equipment, sterilization systems, and medical procedure supplies for federal healthcare facilities. Surgical & Medical Instruments is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

General office supplies, paper products, writing instruments, organizational products, and everyday office consumables. Office Supplies & General Products is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Maintenance, repair, and operations supplies including lubricants, adhesives, abrasives, safety products, and facility consumables. Industrial MRO Supplies is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Specialty stationery, envelopes, letterhead, writing instruments, and presentation materials for official government use. Stationery & Writing Supplies is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Cash registers, barcode scanners, time clocks, calculators, and office electronics for government retail and administrative operations. Point of Sale & Office Electronics is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Charter bus services, shuttle transportation, employee transit, and group transportation for government travel and events. Charter Bus & Shuttle Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Freight brokerage, shipping logistics, cargo handling, intermodal transport, and supply chain management for government shipments. Freight Transportation Arrangement is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Express courier, same-day delivery, package handling, and expedited shipping services for time-sensitive government materials. Courier & Express Delivery Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software licenses, subscriptions, software maintenance, and related support services. Software Licenses & Maintenance is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Video production, animation, multimedia content creation, training video development, and broadcast media for government communications. Video Production & Multimedia is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Wireless network services, mobile device management, cellular connectivity, and wireless infrastructure for federal facilities. Wireless Mobility Solutions is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Government data center operations, colocation services, managed hosting, and FedRAMP-compliant infrastructure services. Data Center & Hosting Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Cloud computing services including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and cloud migration, optimization, and managed services for federal agencies. Cloud Computing & Cloud Related IT Professional Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Document scanning, data entry, microfilm conversion, records digitization, and hosted data processing services. Data Processing, Hosting & Scanning is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Short-term vehicle rental, equipment rental, and temporary-use assets for government travel and field operations. Vehicle & Equipment Rental is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Vehicle leasing, fleet management, fleet telematics, vehicle maintenance programs, and motor pool management for government fleets. Motor Vehicle Leasing & Fleet Management is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Legal consulting, regulatory compliance advisory, contract law, intellectual property counsel, and litigation support for government agencies. Legal Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Paralegal support, document review, e-discovery, legal research, and case management services for federal litigation. Paralegal & Document Review Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Financial statement audits, performance audits, compliance audits, and internal audit services for government agencies per OMB and GAO standards. Auditing Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Federal payroll processing, timekeeping systems, travel management, relocation services, and employee benefits administration. Payroll & Related Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Financial management, budgeting, cost accounting, grants management, and financial systems support services. Accounting & Financial Management is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Building design, space planning, master planning, historic preservation, and sustainable design services for federal facilities. Architectural Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Landscape design, site planning, environmental design, urban planning, and green infrastructure design services. Landscape Architectural Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and environmental engineering services including design, analysis, and project engineering. Engineering Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

CAD drafting, BIM modeling, 3D visualization, as-built documentation, and technical illustration services for construction projects. Drafting & Building Information Modeling is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Building inspection services, code compliance consulting, structural assessments, and facilities condition assessments. Building Inspection & Code Compliance is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Land surveying, boundary surveys, topographic mapping, aerial surveys, and LiDAR scanning for federal construction and land management. Surveying & Mapping Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Materials testing, environmental testing, structural inspection, and quality assurance laboratory services. Testing Laboratories & Inspection Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Custom web application development, mobile app development, UI/UX design, and digital platform creation for federal agencies. Web-Based & Application Development is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Geospatial information systems, mapping services, remote sensing analytics, and spatial data management for government applications. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Managed IT services including help desk, network operations, system administration, and IT infrastructure management. Information Technology Management Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Specialized health information technology services including EHR implementation, health data analytics, and HIPAA-compliant systems integration. Health IT Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Information technology professional services including IT strategy, architecture, systems integration, and software development for federal agencies. IT Professional Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

AI/ML services including model development, natural language processing, computer vision, robotic process automation, and data science consulting. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Data analytics services, business intelligence platforms, data warehousing, visualization dashboards, and big data solutions. Data Analytics & Business Intelligence is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Cybersecurity risk assessments, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and compliance consulting services. Cybersecurity & Risk Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Strategic management consulting, organizational development, financial advisory, and program management consulting for federal agencies. Management & Financial Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Enterprise risk management, compliance consulting, internal controls, and risk mitigation strategy for federal programs. Risk Management & Mitigation Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

HR consulting services including workforce planning, compensation analysis, diversity and inclusion, and equal employment opportunity compliance. Human Resources & EEO Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Strategic communications, public affairs, marketing consulting, social media management, and crisis communications for government agencies. Marketing, Communications & Public Relations is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Lean Six Sigma consulting, process reengineering, supply chain optimization, and logistics management consulting. Process, Physical Distribution & Logistics Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Supply chain analysis, warehousing optimization, distribution network design, and transportation management consulting. Supply Chain & Logistics Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Specialized management consulting including change management, acquisition support, governance, and organizational transformation. Other Management Consulting Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Environmental compliance, NEPA analysis, remediation planning, sustainability consulting, and climate resilience assessment. Environmental Consulting Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Scientific advisory services, technical analysis, subject matter expertise, and specialized consulting for federal research programs. Scientific & Technical Consulting is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Applied research, technology development, prototyping, pilot studies, and experimental development for federal R&D programs. Research & Development Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Public awareness campaigns, government recruitment advertising, media placement, and integrated marketing communications. Advertising & Integrated Marketing is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Billboard advertising, transit advertising, digital signage, and out-of-home media for government public awareness campaigns. Outdoor & Transit Advertising is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Mass mailing services, direct mail campaigns, address management, postage, and mail processing for government outreach. Direct Mail & Mailing Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Market analysis, survey design and administration, focus groups, public opinion research, and data collection for government programs. Market Research & Public Opinion is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Official photography, aerial photography, document imaging, evidence photography, and digital asset management for government agencies. Photography & Imaging Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Document translation, real-time interpretation, ASL services, and multilingual support for government communications and operations. Translation, Interpretation & Sign Language is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, incident response, FISMA compliance, and continuous diagnostics and mitigation (CDM) services. Cybersecurity & Information Assurance is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Emergency preparedness, disaster recovery planning, continuity of operations (COOP), and crisis management consulting. Emergency Management & Continuity Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

ICAM solutions including PIV card infrastructure, multi-factor authentication, zero trust architecture, and privileged access management. Identity, Credential & Access Management is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Federal program evaluation, outcome measurement, logic model development, and evidence-based decision support. Program Evaluation & Performance Measurement is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Administrative support, executive assistance, office management, reception services, and general office operations support. Office Administrative Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Comprehensive facilities management including building operations, preventive maintenance, HVAC, and property management services. Facilities Management & Maintenance is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Permanent placement, executive search, recruitment process outsourcing, and talent acquisition services for federal workforce needs. Employment Placement Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Temporary staffing services for administrative, clerical, secretarial, and general office support positions across federal agencies. Temporary Administrative & Clerical Staffing is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Document formatting, word processing, desktop publishing, forms design, and document production services for government agencies. Document Preparation & Word Processing is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Government call centers, telephone answering services, citizen help desks, and inbound/outbound call management. Call Center & Answering Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Document management, records management, copy centers, mail room operations, and administrative support services for government offices. Business Support & Document Management is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Official travel booking, travel management centers, itinerary planning, and government travel policy compliance services. Travel Management & Booking Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Conference planning, event management, meeting space coordination, and government conference support services. Convention, Meeting & Event Planning is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Background investigations, personnel security screenings, due diligence investigations, and security clearance processing support. Investigation & Background Check Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Armed and unarmed security guard services, access control, patrol services, and protective operations for federal facilities. Security Guard & Protective Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Armored vehicle services, secure document transport, currency handling, and high-value asset transportation for government operations. Armored Car & Secure Transport is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

IT-centric security systems including intrusion detection, SIEM platforms, endpoint protection, and network security appliances. Security Systems Integration — IT is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

CCTV installation, access control systems, intrusion detection, alarm monitoring, and integrated physical security systems. Electronic Security & Surveillance Systems is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Facility cleaning, janitorial services, custodial operations, carpet care, and window cleaning for federal buildings and installations. Janitorial & Custodial Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Grounds keeping, landscape maintenance, snow removal, tree care, and exterior facility maintenance services. Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Integrated pest management, extermination services, wildlife management, and pest inspection for federal facilities. Pest Control & Extermination is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Solid waste collection, recycling programs, composting, and waste disposal services for government buildings and installations. Solid Waste Collection & Disposal is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Hazardous waste disposal, environmental remediation, asbestos abatement, lead paint removal, and contaminated site cleanup. Environmental Remediation & Hazardous Waste is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

IT skills training, cybersecurity certifications, cloud technology training, and software application instruction for government personnel. Computer & IT Training is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Leadership development, management training, professional certifications, and workforce development programs for federal employees. Professional & Management Development Training is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Pilot training, flight simulation services, aviation safety training, and unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operator instruction. Flight Training & Simulation is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Specialized training including emergency response, safety, compliance, and mission-specific training for government organizations. All Other Training & Educational Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Online learning platforms, virtual classrooms, learning management systems, and digital training content development for government. eLearning & Distance Learning is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Home health aides, visiting nurse services, in-home patient care, and community-based healthcare support for VA beneficiaries. Home Health Care & Nursing Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Government-rate hotel accommodations, temporary duty lodging, conference facilities, and per diem-compliant lodging nationwide. Hotels & Lodging — FedRooms is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Cafeteria management, food preparation, catering, vending services, and dining facility operations for federal buildings. Food Service & Cafeteria Management is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

8(a) STARS III is a GSA GWAC exclusively for 8(a)-certified firms. Covers IT services including cloud, cybersecurity, and software development. $50B ceiling.

8(a) STARS III is GSA's GWAC exclusively for 8(a)-certified small businesses, providing access to IT services task orders across the federal government with a focus on emerging technologies. IT services for 8(a) firms including cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, data analytics, software development, and IT modernization. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

IT equipment repair, electronics maintenance, warranty services, and depot-level repair for government technology assets. Computer & Electronics Repair is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Building equipment repair, elevator maintenance, escalator service, and commercial machinery maintenance for federal facilities. Commercial & Industrial Machinery Repair is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Uniform rental and cleaning, industrial laundry, linen services, and facility textile management for government operations. Industrial Laundry & Uniform Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Veterinary services for military working dogs, animal control, wildlife management, and K-9 program support services. Veterinary & Animal Care Services is a GSA Schedule vocabulary entry that connects federal buying behavior to a specific SIN.

Alliant 2 is a GSA GWAC for comprehensive IT solutions including cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, and software development. $50B ceiling. Successor to the original Alliant vehicle.

Alliant 2 is GSA's premier GWAC for complex IT solutions. It provides federal agencies access to integrated IT services from large businesses, covering everything from cloud computing to cybersecurity and software development. Complex integrated IT solutions including cloud, cybersecurity, software development, AI/ML, data analytics, and IT modernization services. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Alliant 2 Small Business is the small business companion to Alliant 2, providing small IT companies access to federal task orders for integrated technology solutions across all agencies. Complex integrated IT solutions for small businesses including cloud, cybersecurity, software development, and IT modernization. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Alliant 3 is the expected successor to Alliant 2, GSA's flagship GWAC for comprehensive IT solutions. Alliant 2 (current) has a $50B ceiling covering cloud, cybersecurity, AI, software development, and IT infrastructure. Alliant 3 will continue as a best-in-class, multiple-award IDIQ available to all federal agencies.

Alliant 3 is the upcoming next-generation GWAC from GSA, expected to replace Alliant 2 with expanded scope for emerging technologies and modernized acquisition approaches. Next-generation IT solutions including emerging technologies, AI, quantum computing, and advanced cybersecurity. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

An incentive contract where the contractor can earn additional periods of performance (award terms) based on excellent performance evaluations. The total contract length extends as a reward for sustained high performance. Used for service contracts where continuity of performance is valuable and the government wants to incentivize long-term excellence. Common in facilities management, IT services, and base operations support.

A written instrument of understanding between the government and a contractor that sets forth negotiated contract clauses that will apply to future contracts. Unlike a BOA, it does not contain ordering procedures. Used when a substantial number of separate contracts may be awarded and having pre-negotiated terms reduces the time required for each procurement action.

BIC (Best-in-Class) is an OMB designation for government-wide contract vehicles that represent the best value. Agencies are directed to use BIC vehicles when possible. Examples: SEWP, OASIS, EIS.

BOA (Basic Ordering Agreement) is a pre-negotiated agreement establishing terms and clauses for future orders. Not a contract itself — becomes binding when individual orders are placed.

A written instrument of understanding between the government and a contractor that contains terms and clauses applying to future contracts (orders). It is not a contract itself but establishes the framework for placing orders. Used when a substantial number of separate contracts may be awarded to a contractor during a particular period and significant recurring negotiated terms and conditions can be established in advance.

A simplified method for filling recurring needs. Once on a BPA, you can receive orders without competing each time.

BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) for IT establishes streamlined ordering against GSA Schedule or other contract vehicles. Agencies create single-award or multiple-award BPAs with pre-negotiated terms, then issue individual BPA calls for specific requirements. BPAs reduce procurement lead time from months to days. Popular for recurring IT services, staff augmentation, and cloud services. Not a contract — becomes binding only when calls are placed.

A simplified method of filling anticipated repetitive needs for supplies or services by establishing charge accounts with qualified sources. BPAs are commonly established against GSA Schedule contracts. Used for recurring purchases of supplies or services when exact quantities and delivery dates are not known in advance. Ideal for office supplies, IT accessories, and routine services.

A bridge contract is a short-term contract used to maintain services while a follow-on competition is completed. Often sole-source to the incumbent. Agencies try to minimize bridges as they indicate procurement delays.

Category Management is a government-wide strategy to buy smarter by consolidating spending into BIC vehicles and reducing duplicative contracts. OMB tracks BIC spending as a percentage of total procurement.

CIO-SP3 (Chief Information Officer Solutions and Partners 3) is an NIH GWAC for health and biomedical IT. CIO-SP4 is the successor with expanded scope. Available to all federal agencies for health IT.

CIO-SP3 is a GWAC administered by NIH NITAAC that provides federal agencies with access to IT solutions and services. It is one of the largest and most heavily used IT GWACs in the federal government. IT services and solutions including health IT, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, software development, and IT operations. This contract vehicle is tied to NIH and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

CIO-SP4 is the successor to CIO-SP3, an NIH GWAC for IT solutions with emphasis on health IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and emerging technologies. Open to all federal agencies.

CIO-SP4 (Chief Information Officer Solutions and Partners 4) is an NIH/NITAAC GWAC for IT solutions available to all federal agencies. Successor to CIO-SP3 with expanded scope covering cloud, cybersecurity, AI/ML, health IT, and emerging technologies. Multiple pools including small business set-asides. $50B ceiling.

CIO-SP4 is the next-generation NITAAC GWAC succeeding CIO-SP3, designed to address modern IT challenges including cloud, AI, and zero trust architecture across the federal enterprise. Next-generation IT services including cloud migration, AI/ML, zero trust cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and IT modernization. This contract vehicle is tied to NIH and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

A numbered item in a contract identifying a specific deliverable, service, or supply with its own pricing.

A federal contract is a binding agreement between the government and a contractor for supplies/services. Key types: firm-fixed-price (FFP), cost-reimbursement, time-and-materials (T&M), IDIQ. Governed by FAR.

A contract vehicle is an umbrella term for pre-established contract mechanisms that streamline procurement. Major types include IDIQ (Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity), BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement), GWAC (Government-Wide Acquisition Contract), and GSA Schedule/MAS. Agencies use these to issue task/delivery orders without starting a new procurement for each need. Winning a spot on a contract vehicle gives you access to a recurring stream of task order competitions with limited competition.

Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF, FAR 16.405-2) reimburses allowable costs plus a base fee and an award fee determined by subjective evaluation of contractor performance. The Award Fee Determination Official (AFDO) rates performance against criteria in the Award Fee Plan. Award fee is not subject to the Disputes clause — the AFDO's decision is final.

Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF, FAR 16.306) reimburses the contractor for all allowable costs plus a fixed fee (profit) negotiated at award. The fee does not vary with actual costs — overruns do not increase the fee, and underruns do not decrease it. Maximum fee: 10% of estimated cost for R&D, 7% for other contracts. Requires an adequate accounting system.

Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF, FAR 16.405-1) reimburses allowable costs plus a fee that adjusts based on the relationship of actual costs to target cost. Includes target cost, target fee, minimum/maximum fee, and share ratio (e.g., 80/20 government/contractor). Rewards cost efficiency while limiting contractor risk.

Cost Reimbursement (CR) contracts pay the contractor for allowable incurred costs up to a ceiling. Government bears more cost risk. Requires adequate contractor accounting system.

CPAF (Cost Plus Award Fee) is a cost-reimbursement contract with a base fee plus an award fee based on subjective evaluation of contractor performance.

Provides for a base fee (which may be zero) plus an award fee evaluated and determined by the government based on the contractor's performance against subjective criteria in the award fee plan. Used when it is neither feasible nor effective to devise predetermined objective incentive targets, but the government wants to motivate excellent contractor performance.

A contract type where you are reimbursed for allowable costs plus a fixed profit fee. Used for R&D and uncertain work.

Provides for payment of allowable incurred costs plus a fixed fee that does not vary with actual costs. The fee is established at inception and remains constant unless the scope of work changes. Appropriate for research and development when the level of effort required is unknown. Used when a cost-reimbursement contract is necessary and the contractor should not bear the risk of cost overruns.

CPIF (Cost Plus Incentive Fee) is a cost-reimbursement contract with a target cost, target fee, and share ratio that adjusts fee based on cost performance.

Provides for an initially negotiated fee adjusted by a formula based on the relationship of total allowable costs to total target costs. The fee adjustment formula includes a minimum and maximum fee. Used when a cost-reimbursement contract is appropriate and there is enough cost history or data to set meaningful target costs and fee adjustment formulas.

A cost-reimbursement contract in which the contractor receives no fee. Appropriate for research and development work performed by nonprofit organizations willing to conduct work at cost. Used primarily with educational institutions and nonprofit organizations for research where the work aligns with the organization's mission and no profit motive exists.

A cost-reimbursement contract in which the contractor receives no fee and is reimbursed only for an agreed-upon portion of its allowable costs. The contractor absorbs the remaining costs. Used when the contractor agrees to absorb a portion of costs because it expects compensating benefits such as enhanced capabilities, intellectual property rights, or commercial applications.

CTA (Contractor Team Arrangement) is a formal agreement between two or more GSA Schedule holders to jointly perform work under a task order. Alternative to prime-sub for Schedule orders.

A Delivery Order (DO) is an order for supplies/products issued against an existing IDIQ or schedule contract.

Provides for delivery of a definite quantity of specific supplies or services for a fixed period, with deliveries or performance at designated locations upon order from the government. Used when a definite quantity of supplies or services is known but the exact delivery schedule or locations are not determined at the time of contract award.

EAGLE II (Enterprise Acquisition Gateway for Leading-Edge Solutions) is a DHS IDIQ for IT services. Task orders for cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, and infrastructure.

EAGLE II is the Department of Homeland Security's primary IT services vehicle, supporting DHS component agencies with IT solutions from functional area-specific contractor pools. IT services for DHS including systems engineering, cybersecurity, cloud migration, software development, and IT operations. This contract vehicle is tied to DHS and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

EIS (Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions) is a GSA contract vehicle for telecommunications and network services. $50B ceiling. Successor to Networx. All federal agencies transitioning to EIS.

Encore III is the Defense Intelligence Agency's premier IT services contract supporting the intelligence community with advanced IT and intelligence solutions. IT services for the intelligence community including data analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, and intelligence system development. This contract vehicle is tied to DIA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

ENCORE III is a DISA IDIQ for IT services supporting DoD networks, cybersecurity, cloud, and communications. Multiple award, best value task orders.

A contract type where the price is set upfront and does not change regardless of actual costs. Lowest risk for government.

A firm-fixed-price contract provides a price that is not subject to any adjustment on the basis of the contractor's cost experience. It places maximum risk on the contractor and full responsibility for all costs and resulting profit or loss. Best suited when the requirements are well-defined, specifications are clear, and the government can establish fair and reasonable pricing. Most common contract type in federal procurement.

Firm Fixed Price (FFP) is the most common and preferred contract type (FAR 16.202). The price is set at award and is not subject to adjustment regardless of the contractor's actual costs. Contractor bears full cost risk and retains all savings. Best used when requirements are well-defined and costs are predictable. Government preference: FFP > FPI > CPIF > CPFF > T&M.

A fixed-price contract with an award fee provision. The contractor earns a base amount plus an additional award fee based on periodic government evaluations of performance against subjective criteria. Used when the government wants to motivate excellent performance through financial incentives beyond the fixed price, particularly for service contracts with quality-dependent outcomes.

A fixed-price contract with an economic price adjustment clause that provides for upward or downward revision of the stated contract price upon the occurrence of specified contingencies, such as changes in published price lists, material costs, or labor rates. Appropriate for multi-year contracts or when market conditions are volatile. Used when there is serious doubt about the stability of market or labor conditions during the contract period.

Requires the contractor to provide a specified level of effort over a stated period of time on work that can be stated only in general terms. Payment is based on the effort expended rather than results achieved. Suitable for investigation or study efforts where the government wants a specified level of effort for a definite period. Commonly used for research and advisory services.

Provides for a firm fixed price for an initial period and prospective redetermination of the price for subsequent periods based on updated cost data. The initial period must be the longest period for which fair and reasonable pricing can be negotiated. Used in quantity production or services contracts when it is possible to negotiate a fair price for initial periods but not for subsequent periods. Typically used for multi-year production runs.

Provides for a ceiling price and retroactive price redetermination after completion based on actual costs. Limited to contracts where the ceiling price does not exceed $150,000 and the contract duration is short. Only appropriate for research and development contracts with estimated costs of $150,000 or less when it is established at the outset that a fair and reasonable firm fixed price cannot be negotiated.

FPI (Fixed Price Incentive) is a fixed-price contract with a target cost, target profit, ceiling price, and share ratio providing cost incentives.

Specifies a target cost, target profit, a price ceiling (but not a profit ceiling or floor), and a profit adjustment formula. The final price is established by negotiation at completion based on actual allowable costs. Used when the contract requires a firm target and the parties can negotiate a reasonable target cost, target profit, and profit adjustment formula at the outset.

Specifies an initial target cost, initial target profit, initial profit adjustment formula, production point at which firm targets will be negotiated, and a ceiling price. Firm targets are established later in the contract period. Appropriate when available cost or pricing data is not sufficient to permit realistic negotiation of firm targets at inception, but adequate data will become available early in performance.

FSS (Federal Supply Schedule) is the former name for GSA Schedule/MAS contracts. Now consolidated under the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program.

GSA MAS (Multiple Award Schedule) is the government's premier commercial buying program, consolidating 24 former schedules into a single vehicle. Over 19,000 contractors offer millions of products and services at pre-negotiated prices. Agencies can place orders using FAR Part 8 simplified procedures. Contract term is 20 years (5-year base + three 5-year options). Contractors pay 0.75% IFF.

The GSA Multiple Award Schedule is the largest and most widely used government contract vehicle, providing federal, state, and local agencies with access to millions of commercial products and services at pre-negotiated prices. All commercial products and services including IT, professional services, facilities, furniture, scientific equipment, and more. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Pre-negotiated government-wide contracts. Being on a GSA Schedule lets agencies buy from you without separate competition.

A pre-competed contract available to all federal agencies. Examples include CIO-SP3 and Alliant 2.

GWACs (Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts) are pre-competed, multiple-award IDIQ vehicles exclusively for IT, available to all federal agencies. Established by OMB-designated agencies (GSA, NASA, NIH). Key advantages: pre-competed vendors reduce acquisition lead time, low fees (0.36-0.75%), and best-in-class designation. Major GWACs: SEWP (NASA), CIO-SP4 (NIH), Alliant 2 (GSA), 8(a) STARS III (GSA).

A broad category of contracts that use incentive arrangements to motivate contractor performance in areas such as cost, schedule, and technical performance. Incentives can be objective (formula-based) or subjective (award fee). Appropriate when the government wants to establish profit or fee adjustment formulas tied to contractor performance metrics. Used for complex procurements where performance variation can significantly impact outcomes.

A flexible contract type where the government can order varying quantities of services or products over a set period. Good for ongoing needs with uncertain volumes.

Provides for an indefinite quantity of supplies or services during a fixed period with a stated minimum and maximum quantity. Delivery is scheduled by placing individual task or delivery orders. Used when the government cannot predetermine the precise quantities needed during the contract period. The most common vehicle for large government-wide contracts (GWACs) and multi-agency contracts.

The IDIQ Ceiling is the maximum aggregate dollar value of all task/delivery orders that can be issued under an IDIQ contract. Once the ceiling is reached, no more orders can be placed without a contract modification to increase the ceiling. Separate from the guaranteed minimum, which is the government's only obligation.

IT Schedule 70 was GSA's dedicated schedule for information technology products and services. It has been consolidated into the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) but legacy contracts continue to be serviced. IT products and services including hardware, software, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT consulting (now part of GSA MAS). This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

ITES (Information Technology Enterprise Solutions) is an Army IT services IDIQ. ITES-3S for services, ITES-3H for hardware/software. Major Army IT contract vehicle.

ITES-3S is the Army's primary vehicle for IT services, providing full lifecycle IT support from systems engineering to cybersecurity for DoD and other federal agencies. IT services including systems engineering, cybersecurity, network operations, cloud services, and enterprise IT support. This contract vehicle is tied to Army and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

ITES-SW2 (Information Technology Enterprise Solutions - Software 2) is an Army IDIQ for commercial software, software maintenance, and associated services. Provides a streamlined vehicle for acquiring enterprise software licenses and support for the Army and other DoD components.

ITES-SW2 is the Army's enterprise software vehicle providing commercial software products, licenses, and maintenance to DoD agencies. Commercial software products, licenses, software maintenance, and related IT products for DoD. This contract vehicle is tied to Army and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Labor Hour (LH) is similar to T&M but without materials — payment is based on fixed hourly rates only.

A written preliminary contractual instrument that authorizes the contractor to begin immediately manufacturing supplies or performing services. It must be superseded by a definitive contract within a specified timeframe. Used only when the government's interests demand that the contractor be given a binding commitment so that work can start immediately, and negotiating a definitive contract is not possible in sufficient time.

A Letter Contract (FAR 16.603) is a preliminary contractual instrument that authorizes the contractor to begin work immediately. Must be definitized within 180 days. Used for urgent requirements.

A variation of a time-and-materials contract differing only in that materials are not supplied by the contractor. Payment is based on fixed hourly rates for direct labor hours at specified categories. Appropriate when the work is primarily labor with no significant materials component. Like T&M, requires a D&F that no other contract type is suitable.

LOGCAP (Logistics Civil Augmentation Program) is a major Army IDIQ for logistics support in contingency operations. Covers base operations, food service, facilities, and life support overseas.

LOGCAP is the Army's premier logistics support vehicle, providing comprehensive base operations and logistics services in contingency and peacetime operations worldwide. Base operations, logistics support, supply chain management, facilities maintenance, and life support services for military operations. This contract vehicle is tied to Army and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

A contract awarded to multiple vendors who then compete for individual task orders.

The consolidated GSA Schedule program. Streamlines government purchasing through pre-competed contracts.

NITAAC manages NIH GWACs including CIO-SP4, CIO-CS, and ECS IV. These vehicles are open to all federal agencies for IT acquisitions.

A GSA GWAC for professional services including management consulting, engineering, and logistics.

OASIS is GSA's best-in-class government-wide contract for professional services. It covers a broad range of service disciplines from management consulting to scientific research, providing agencies with a streamlined procurement path. Professional services including management consulting, engineering, scientific research, logistics, financial, and health services. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

OASIS Small Business provides small businesses with access to complex professional services task orders across the federal government. Being superseded by OASIS+ socioeconomic pools. Professional services for small businesses including consulting, engineering, research, and logistics. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

OASIS+ is the next-generation professional services GWAC from GSA with an unlimited ceiling, replacing OASIS and OASIS SB. It features multiple domains and socioeconomic pools for comprehensive federal professional services acquisition. All professional services domains including management consulting, technical services, engineering, scientific research, logistics, environmental, and financial services. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

PACTS III (Professional, Administrative, and Clerical Testing Services) is a VA IDIQ for professional and administrative services. Set-aside for small businesses.

PACTS III is the FAA's vehicle for acquiring professional and technical support services, supporting air traffic control, aviation safety, and FAA modernization programs. Professional and technical services including aviation safety, air traffic control support, engineering, and administrative services. This contract vehicle is tied to FAA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

A Performance-Based Contract (PBC) defines work in terms of measurable performance outcomes rather than prescriptive processes. Uses a PWS, quality standards, and incentives tied to results. Preferred by FAR Part 37.

Polaris is GSA's newest small business GWAC for IT services, designed to replace expiring small business IT vehicles and increase small business access to federal IT opportunities. IT services for small businesses including cloud, cybersecurity, AI, data analytics, and IT modernization. This contract vehicle is tied to GSA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Polaris is a GSA small business GWAC for IT services. Features pools for small business, WOSB, and SDVOSB. Intended as a companion to Alliant 2 for small businesses.

In government contracting, a Pool refers to a group of pre-qualified contractors within a contract vehicle, organized by business size, socioeconomic status, or domain expertise. For example, OASIS+ has pools for Unrestricted, Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB. Task orders are competed within the relevant pool.

Provides for filling all actual purchase requirements of designated government activities for supplies or services during a specified contract period. The government commits to using this contractor for all of its requirements. Appropriate when the government anticipates recurring requirements but cannot predetermine exact quantities. Requires the government to order all requirements from the contractor.

SeaPort NxG (Next Generation) is the Navy's electronic platform for acquiring support services across 23 functional areas including engineering, financial management, logistics, and program management. Multiple-award IDIQ with rolling admissions. Open to all business sizes with small business set-aside task orders.

SeaPort NxG is the Navy's electronic platform for acquiring support services across 23 functional areas. It is one of the largest multiple-award contract vehicles in the DoD. Engineering, technical, and programmatic support services for the Navy and Marine Corps across 23 functional areas. This contract vehicle is tied to Navy and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

Contracts reserved exclusively for specific business types, such as small businesses, veteran-owned, woman-owned, or disadvantaged businesses.

SEWP (Solutions for Enterprise-Wide Procurement) is a NASA-managed GWAC for IT products and services. SEWP V is one of the fastest and most-used government IT ordering vehicles. Open to all federal agencies. Very low fees (0.36%).

NASA SEWP V is one of the most widely used GWACs for IT products. Known for fast delivery and competitive pricing, it provides access to commercial IT hardware, software, and cloud solutions with rapid turnaround times. IT products including hardware, software, cloud services, IoT devices, sensors, and related IT solutions. This contract vehicle is tied to NASA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

SEWP VI is the anticipated successor to NASA SEWP V, one of the government's most popular IT acquisition vehicles. SEWP V offers IT products, services, and solutions with the lowest fee in government (0.36%), fastest average delivery (7 days for products), and broad product scope. Open to all federal agencies.

SEWP VI is the upcoming successor to SEWP V, expected to expand coverage for emerging technologies and modernize the procurement process for IT products across the federal government. Next-generation IT products including advanced hardware, software, cloud, AI/ML tools, and emerging technology solutions. This contract vehicle is tied to NASA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

SIN (Special Item Number) is a product/service category within the GSA Schedule. Each SIN defines the scope of what a contractor can sell through the schedule. Contractors must be awarded specific SINs.

Sole source is a contract awarded to a single vendor without competition. Authorized under specific conditions: only one responsible source, unusual urgency, industrial mobilization, or set-aside thresholds (e.g., 8(a) up to $4M goods/$7M services).

A contract type where you bill for actual labor hours and materials used. Common for uncertain scope work.

Provides for acquiring supplies or services on the basis of direct labor hours at specified fixed hourly rates that include wages, overhead, general and administrative expenses, and profit, plus actual cost for materials. Used only when it is not possible to estimate the extent or duration of the work or to anticipate costs with any reasonable degree of confidence. Requires a determination and findings (D&F) that no other contract type is suitable.

T4NG (Transform, Talent, Technology, and Training for the Next Generation) is a VA IDIQ for IT services. Major vehicle for VA IT modernization contracts.

T4NG is the VA's primary IT services contract providing comprehensive IT solutions to support veteran healthcare, benefits administration, and VA modernization efforts. IT services for VA including health IT, benefits systems, cybersecurity, cloud, and enterprise IT modernization. This contract vehicle is tied to VA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.

A Task Order (TO) is an order for services issued against an existing IDIQ or schedule contract. Allows agencies to acquire services without new competition for each need.

Time and Materials (T&M) is a contract type (FAR 16.6) where the government pays fixed hourly labor rates (fully burdened, including profit) plus actual material costs at cost. Used when scope cannot be precisely defined. Requires CO determination that no other contract type is suitable and a ceiling price the contractor exceeds at its own risk. Contractor must maintain adequate timekeeping. Riskier for government than FFP; riskier for contractor than cost-reimbursement.

A contract action for which the contract terms, specifications, or price are not agreed upon before performance is begun. Most commonly used in defense acquisition when urgency demands immediate performance. Used in urgent situations, primarily in DoD, when a qualifying proposal has been submitted but negotiations cannot be completed before performance must begin. Must be definitized within 180 days.

UCA (Undefinitized Contract Action) is a contract action where terms, specifications, or price have not been agreed upon before performance begins. Used for urgent requirements. Must be definitized within 180 days.

VETS 2 is a GSA GWAC for SDVOSB firms providing IT products and services. Available to all federal agencies for IT requirements served by veteran-owned businesses.

VETS 2 is the VA's GWAC exclusively for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs), providing IT services to federal agencies while supporting veteran entrepreneurship. IT services including software development, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IT consulting for SDVOSB firms. This contract vehicle is tied to VA and gives Bureauify users a stable navigation node for vehicle-specific searches.