Federal
government sales and our GSA relationship. The General Services Administration
(GSA) purchases goods and services on a worldwide basis for federal civilian
agencies, the military, the federal courts and the U.S. Congress. To service
this clientele efficiently and economically, GSA purchases in both national
and local markets from its headquarters in Washington, DC, and 11 regional offices
around the country.
GSA buys the products and services through a variety of contracting procedures governed by federal regulations. The regional contracting offices advertise, award and manage the GSA contracts.
Open Plan Systems’ Government Sales Program continues to provide quality remanufactured systems furniture, filing products, design and installation services to the U.S. Government. In addition to offering quality remanufactured systems furniture, Open Plan Systems provides a design/space planning service at no charge with purchase intent.
We thank you for your support and look forward to continuing our service to you.
Contract Information
In March 2004, Open Plan Systems was awarded a six-year GSA contract extension under Consolidated Schedule 71—Office Furniture, valid through March 2010 (GS-29F-0013J). Open Plan Systems continues to remain the sole source of remanufactured systems furniture available on GSA contract.
Asset Banking Program
Another component to Open Plan Systems' GSA contract is the Asset Banking program. Government agencies can trade in existing product for credit against the purchase price of remanufactured furniture or "bank" the existing product for use on future purchases. The program uniquely offers tremendous flexibility to federal government facilities and procurement managers.
GSA Frequently Asked Questions
Where should orders be sent?
Orders should be sent to Open Plan Systems, Inc., P.O. Box 1810 Ashland, VA 23005, Attention: GSA Order Entry.
Does Open Plan Systems accept
fax orders?
Yes. Our fax number is (800) 711-5462. Please
mark your order—GSA ORDER ENTRY.
Does Open Plan Systems accept
orders for overseas destinations?
Yes. However, freight is prepaid and charged back for orders within the 48 contiguous
states. Ocean freight is the responsibility of the government.
What
do I do when my order exceeds the maximum order specified in the contract?
Per FAR 8 - 404, agencies are no longer obligated to engage in a formal re-quote
process. An agency is free to negotiate a competitive price directly with Open
Plan Systems. Please contact the branch sales manager in your area.
What is Open Plan
Systems’ policy on purchase-order modifications?
Open Plan Systems requires a modification to correct any order deficiencies.
The modification can be a formal notification (SF 30) or any signed document
acceptable within agency guidelines.
Are federal government
agencies encouraged to buy remanufactured products?
Yes. Executive Order 13101, dated September 14, 1998, titled "Greening the Government
Through Waste Prevention, Recycling and Federal Acquisition," requires that
executive agencies incorporate waste prevention and recycling in the agency’s
daily operations and work to increase and expand markets for recovered materials
through Greater Federal Government Preference and demand for such products.
What is Open Plan
Systems contract lead-time?
Contract lead-time is 21-45 days after receipt of order (ARO).
Does Open Plan
Systems accept credit cards?
Yes. Government commercial credit cards are accepted. No additional discount
is given.
Who do I contact
for more details?
Please direct your inquiry to Pat Franklin
(pfranklin@openplan.com)
or call (800) 728-0781.
Who is Open Plan
Systems’ GSA Contract Specialist at The National Furniture Center in Washington,
DC?
Wanda Glenn. She can be reached at (703) 305-7280.
If you have additional questions regarding our GSA contract, please contact the branch manager at the location nearest to you or call (800) 728-0781.