41 C.F.R. § 102-117.35 What are the advantages and disadvantages of using GSA's tender of service?
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(a) It is an advantage to use GSA's tender of service when you want to: (1) Use GSA's authority to negotiate on behalf of the Federal Government and take advantage of the lower rates and optimum service that result from a larger volume of business; (2) Use a uniform tender of service; and (3) Obtain assistance with loss and damage claims. (b) It is a disadvantage to use GSA's tender of service when: (1) You want an agreement that is binding for a longer term than the GSA tender of service; (2) You have sufficient time to follow FAR contracting procedures; and (3) You do not want to pay for the GSA administrative service charge as a participant in the GSA rate tender programs.
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PART 102–117—TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Subpart B—Acquiring Transportation or Related Services
§ 102-117.35 What are the advantages and disadvantages of using GSA's tender of service?