Federal Acquisition Service

Federal Acquisition Service
Type: Government Agency
Parent organization: General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS)
Employees: Approximately 400-500 (as per various sources)
Executive: Ann Lewis (Director)
Budget: Operates on a cost-recovery model; specific budget not publicly detailed but known to be self-funded through services provided.
Address: 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405 (Note: TTS operates as a distributed organization, with this address reflecting GSA's main office)
Website: [1](https://tts.gsa.gov/)
Creation Legislation: No specific legislation; formed from existing GSA offices in 2016 to streamline digital services across government.
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Federal Acquisition Service
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Mission
To lead the digital transformation of the federal government by helping agencies build, buy, and share technology that allows them to provide more accessible, efficient, and effective products and services to the American people.
Services
  • Digital consulting through 18F for agile development and user-centered design.
  • IT Modernization via Centers of Excellence (CoE) for large-scale transformation projects.
  • Presidential Innovation Fellows (PIF) program for embedding tech innovators in government.
  • Development and management of shared digital platforms like Login.gov, cloud.gov, and others.
Regulations
  • Must adhere to federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and GSA-specific policies.
  • Compliance with federal IT management directives from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is a major component of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).

What is its mission

The mission of the Federal Acquisition Service is to deliver the best value in products, services, and solutions to federal agencies, thereby enabling them to achieve their missions more effectively. FAS aims to streamline procurement processes, reduce costs, and foster innovation in acquisition strategies.[1]

What is its parent organization

Its parent organization is the General Services Administration (GSA).[1]

What legislation authorized its creation

FAS was established under the authority of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949.[2]

How many employees does it have

FAS employs around 3,000 individuals.[3]

What was its last total enacted budget

The last known total enacted budget for FAS was approximately $16 billion for fiscal year 2023.[4]

What is the name of the title of the leader of the organization

The leader of FAS holds the title of Commissioner.

What services does it provide

FAS provides a broad spectrum of acquisition services to federal agencies, including procurement of products like office supplies, IT hardware, and vehicles, as well as services ranging from consulting, professional services, and travel. It manages multiple-award schedule programs, government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs), and technology solutions to help agencies buy smarter and save money.[1]

What regulations does it oversee

While FAS does not directly oversee regulations, it operates within the framework of federal procurement laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and ensures compliance with various procurement policies and standards across federal agencies.[1]

What is the Headquarters address

The headquarters address for FAS, as listed on Google Maps, is: 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405, United States.

What is its website

The website for FAS is: https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/organization/federal-acquisition-service/.

What is the title of the Wikipedia article about it

There is no dedicated Wikipedia article for Federal Acquisition Service. Information can be found under the wikipedia:General Services Administration.

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