As we face the end of the year, business owners are looking for ways to increase sales and boost their profits. Many find success through government contracting - specifically through GSA Schedules. There are a wealth of benefits to be gained through GSA Schedule registration but the process is neither simple nor quick.

GSA Schedules are a quick and simple contracting vehicle used by federal government to purchase millions of commercial products and services at volume discount prices. The GSA Schedule program works much like a catalog, allowing purchasing officers to browse and order what they need directly from pre-approved registered vendors through the GSA Advantage website.

Last year, over 19,000 purchases were made by the US Federal Government through GSA Schedules - 40% of these were even through small businesses! Such transactions total 10% of all federal contracting in the nation, which is a fairly significant amount of money. Since all products, services, and prices are arranged during registration, no negotiation is necessary to obtain the job. The agency makes a purchase online and the business fulfills the order.

While purchasing and fulfillment are made easier through GSA Schedules, the registration process to get on a GSA Schedule is lengthy and complicated. Registration to receive a GSA Schedule contract can take over a year to prepare and submit. Interested vendors must prepare and submit a business plan in addition to all their other required documentation. The registration process alone is incredibly daunting. In addition to this, not all vendors are in a position to successfully market and compete for business once they're awarded a contract. Simply being awarded the contract is not a guarantee that they'll receive any business. Businesses must commit to a significant investment of time and other resources if they hope to succeed in the GSA Schedule program.

US Federal Contractor Registration helps businesses overcome these challenges through their GSA Schedule Registration program. Experienced and knowledgeable Case Managers will not only help you complete the registration - they can also help you evaluate whether you're ready to compete with other businesses on your GSA Schedule and offer support and guidance throughout the entire process.

Businesses who are interested in GSA registration should contact US Federal Contractor Registration's Contractor Helpline today to discuss their business's capabilities and readiness. First time callers can also schedule a free Federal Marketplace Evaluation with an Acquisition Specialist to help them evaluate current trends and untapped sources of revenue in the federal contracting market.

US Federal Contractor Registration, the world's largest third party registration firm, has helped thousands of small businesses successfully register to conduct business with the United States federal government. They offer a complete suite of services covering everything from initial SAM registration to GSA registration to marketing. Their clients have included national businesses, major universities, city and state government offices, non profits and other charitable organizations.