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Distribution NetworksThe U.S. AbilityOne Commission and the General Services Administration allow networks of small businesses to work together to sell to the Federal Government under one GSA Schedule. The main advantages for the government buyer is the small business certification of the network owner, and local servicing distributor network. Many government buyers prefer to buy from a small business awarded contract, and prefer the high touch customer service and delivery offered by a local distributor. The participating companies benefit by being enabled to utilize a MAS 75 contract versus applying for their own. With the sales, reporting, and compliance requirements of the U.S. AbilityOne Commission and GSA, smaller businesses benefit through participation in a network Government buyers may search the networks for local buyers. Potential distributors are welcome to contact the network owner for more information.
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