Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) provide federal agencies with streamlined access to qualified technology providers while creating valuable opportunities for IT companies seeking to enter or expand in the federal marketplace.
With numerous contract vehicles supporting different technologies, services, socioeconomic categories, and acquisition strategies, understanding which GWAC aligns with your business is essential. This 60-minute webinar provides an overview of the federal IT GWAC landscape and helps companies identify the vehicles best suited to their capabilities and growth objectives.
Participants will explore the major IT GWACs, including NASA SEWP, GSA Alliant, 8(a) STARS III, VETS 2, Polaris, and NITAAC vehicles, and learn how each supports different types of technology products, services, and solutions.
During this session, you will learn how to:
Understand what GWACs are and how they support federal IT acquisitions.
Compare GWACs with other contract vehicles, including GSA MAS, IDIQs, BPAs, and related acquisition approaches.
Understand the difference between product-focused and service-focused IT GWACs.
Explore major IT GWACs and the opportunities they support, including:
NASA SEWP for IT products, hardware, software, communications, and technology solutions.
Alliant for enterprise IT solutions and systems integration.
8(a) STARS III, VETS 2, and Polaris for small business IT services.
NITAAC vehicles for health IT, scientific computing, and technology acquisitions.
Identify common IT capabilities purchased through GWACs, including:
Cybersecurity
Cloud computing
Software development
Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
Systems engineering
Data analytics
Infrastructure and managed IT services
Determine whether pursuing a GWAC, partnering with an existing contract holder, or subcontracting is the right strategy for your company.
Understand the competitive considerations involved in positioning your company for federal IT opportunities.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
IT companies entering the federal marketplace.
Technology providers evaluating government contracting opportunities.
Small businesses developing a federal growth strategy.
Existing contractors expanding their contract vehicle approach.
Business development and capture professionals.
What You Will Take Away
Participants will leave with a practical understanding of the federal IT GWAC ecosystem and a clearer strategy for identifying the contract vehicles that best match their products, services, and business goals.
This course provides the foundation for future deep-dive sessions covering individual GWACs, including eligibility, contract structure, teaming strategies, and task order opportunities.
Date & Time
Web Conference Meeting: Wednesday, October 14, 2026; 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Registration
Fees
Registration fees are based on membership level. Members and non-members are welcome.
Fees for this meeting are as follows:
Complimentary: Supplier Members
$15: Business Members
$35:Advocate Members, Individual, and Non-Members
Complimentary: Government Agency and Large Prime Contractor Representatives (as approved by USWCC)
If you are not currently a Supplier or Business Member, consider joining here and then returning to this page to purchase your discounted registration.