Federal Register #2026-20317

GSA proposes moving utility-service acquisition procedures into the GSAR

The General Services Administration is proposing changes to how federal agencies acquire utility services. - Government buyer: General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Acquisition Policy. - Proposed change: Move utility-service acquisition procedures, provisions, and clauses from FAR part 41 into GSAR part 541, with related revisions to GSAR part 552. - Agency guidance: The proposal would direct agencies to follow GSA guidance and contact GSA before acquiring utility services; agencies could also seek GSA contracting assistance or delegated authority. - Purpose: Align the GSAR with proposed FAR changes and streamline utility-service acquisitions. - Products, quantities, OEMs, and vendors: None specified.

Description

GSA proposes to amend GSAR part 541, which covers procedures and guidance for procuring utility services, and to move related procedures and provisions from FAR part 41 into the GSAR. The proposal would direct agencies to follow GSA guidance and contact GSA for assistance before acquiring utility services, with a mechanism to request delegated contracting authority or other contracting assistance. It aims to streamline the acquisition process and encourage use of GSA areawide contracts. The proposed rule is identified as an action for public comment, with comments due November 4, 2026.

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