The GSA is Now Bigger Than Ever — $900 Billion in Contracts Are on the Move

If You’ve Put Off Getting on the GSA Schedule, The Time is Here.

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If you’ve been on the fence about getting your business on the GSA Schedule, consider this your wake-up call. A series of bold Executive Orders just reshaped the future of federal procurement—and for those who move quickly, the opportunity is massive.

The General Services Administration (GSA), long known as a powerhouse in government purchasing, is about to quadruple in size, thanks to an Executive Order signed on March 20, 2025. This order doesn’t just tweak policy—it reallocates over $900 billion in contracting authority from various federal agencies directly into the GSA’s hands.

Nearly $1 trillion in purchasing power is being centralized under the GSA. For vendors already on the Schedule, this means more access, less red tape, and dramatically increased opportunity. For those still hesitating, it means one thing: get on now or get left behind.

Why This Is Massive for GSA Vendors

The GSA Schedule has always been a coveted gateway into federal contracting. It offers pre-approval for pricing, compliance, and vendor capability, making it easier for government buyers to do business with approved suppliers. However, historically, not all federal spending went through the GSA—in fact, many agencies ran their own acquisition processes for years.

That’s changing now.

With $900 billion being re-routed through the GSA and the agency’s portfolio set to expand into new verticals like healthcare, workforce development, IT services, and cybersecurity, businesses that once found GSA less relevant now face an entirely different reality.

Being on the Schedule is about to go from “nice to have” to “non-negotiable.”

What’s in the Executive Orders?

At the core of the transformation is a sweeping Executive Order designed to centralize federal procurement and reduce the fragmentation that’s plagued government buying processes for decades. In short, agencies like the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), and many others will no longer manage their own contracting and purchasing for everyday goods and services. Instead, those functions are being transferred directly to the GSA.

According to reports, the GSA’s annual procurement authority—previously around $300 billion—is expected to increase to well over $1.2 trillion as a result of this order.

The Executive Order’s objectives are clear:

  • Eliminate duplication and inefficiency in procurement across agencies
  • Leverage bulk purchasing power through one centralized authority
  • Speed up the acquisition process for everyday goods and services
  • Reduce the burden on smaller agencies that may not have robust acquisition teams
  • Increase transparency, oversight, and accountability across federal spending

In effect, this change returns federal procurement to a more centralized model, similar to how things operated before acquisition reforms in the 1990s decentralized the system.

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What Types of Contracts Are Moving?

While the full details of implementation are still being finalized, the types of contracts that are expected to fall under the GSA’s newly expanded purview include:

  • IT hardware and software
  • Professional services and staffing
  • Medical and healthcare supplies
  • Facilities and building management
  • Security and surveillance equipment
  • Office furniture, supplies, and logistics
  • Training and development programs
  • Cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions
  • Environmental solutions
  • And more

This opens the door for thousands of businesses across the U.S. to access new revenue streams—but only if they’re on the GSA Schedule.

New York, USA 26 April 2021: General Services Administration GSA logo close up on website page, Illustrative Editorial.

Centralized Procurement: The New Norm

This policy marks a cultural shift in federal government buying. Instead of relying on dozens of small procurement departments across agencies—each with their own rules, standards, and inefficiencies—federal buyers will increasingly go to one place: the GSA.

That means:

  • Faster procurement timelines
  • Standardized processes
  • Simpler contract management
  • Increased demand for GSA vendors
  • Less administrative burden on federal buyers

For vendors, this centralization means fewer hoops to jump through once approved and far more consistent opportunity flow.

What Happens If You Wait?

We won’t sugarcoat it—getting on the GSA Schedule isn’t quick. It requires a detailed application, strict compliance, past performance validation, pricing justification, and a deep understanding of federal acquisition policies. It can take months, sometimes longer, without expert help.

And here’s the kicker: the floodgates are about to open. As billions in new spending gets channeled into the GSA’s system, more businesses than ever will be applying for Schedule contracts. Delaying your entry now could push your approval back six months—or more—as the pipeline gets clogged with last-minute applications.

Every day you wait is a day your competitor gets ahead.

Our Team Processes More GSA Applications Than Anyone in the Country — Period.

At Government Services Exchange (GSE), we’ve built our reputation on getting businesses like yours through the most complex government processes with speed, precision, and zero fluff. And when it comes to the GSA Schedule, we don’t just assist — we take over.

Our processing department is the largest and most experienced in the nation. We’ve guided hundreds of businesses through the GSA Schedule maze — from sole proprietors to multi-million-dollar enterprises — and we know every step, every document, and every government requirement like the back of our hand.

Here’s what we do for you:

  • Eligibility Review: We start by confirming your business qualifies for the Schedule and which SINs (Special Item Numbers) are right for you.
  • Document Collection & Audit: We gather all the required documentation, review it for compliance, and fix anything that could delay your approval.
  • Pricing Strategy: We’ll help you build a competitive and compliant pricing structure that won’t trigger red flags from GSA reviewers.
  • Proposal Preparation: From your Past Performance narratives to your Commercial Sales Practices, we write, build, and format every section of your GSA Offer.
  • Submission & Communication: We submit your application through eOffer and handle all communication with GSA Contracting Officers on your behalf.
  • Clarifications & Negotiations: If GSA comes back with questions (they always do), we manage the entire response process until your contract is awarded.
  • Post-Award Support: Once approved, we’ll walk you through contract activation, compliance, and even how to start marketing to federal buyers.

While others offer vague consulting or half-baked templates, we process every file in-house with a dedicated team of experts whose sole job is getting your GSA Schedule approved — fast and correctly.

This is a $900 billion opportunity. If you’re serious about winning government contracts, getting on the GSA Schedule is no longer optional — it’s essential. And you don’t need to figure it out alone.

Let’s talk strategy. Let’s get your paperwork moving. Let’s turn this moment into a milestone.

Your future in federal contracting starts today — and GSE is here to ensure you don’t miss it.

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