DIR's Supplier Diversity Information Resource Guide 20, Jan 2012 | Page 49

COPYRIGHT 2012, DIVERSITY INFORMATION RESOURCES, MINNEAPOLIS, MN SECTION 4 GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA) US General Services Administration (GSA) One Constitution Square, 1275 First Street NE Washington, DC 20417 [phone] or [phone] www.gsa.gov HISTORY . on GSA was established on July 1, 1949 by section 101 of the Federal Property and Administrative ati rm Services Act as a result of a recommendation by a presidential commission chaired by former President re info mo Herbert Hoover. The commission recommended the consolidation of four small agencies into one agency to for om avoid “senseless duplication, excess cost, and confusion in handling supplies . . . and providing space.” Since s.c rce 1949, GSA has housed federal workers and provided products and services to support the important work of ou es government throughout the country. GSA affects almost $66 billion in financial transactions throughout the foR n tyI rsi government. GSA employs about 14,000 people and has an annual budget of approximately $16 billion. ive D fo@ t In c Mission nta co e GSA helps federal agencies better serve the public by offering, at best svalue, superior workplaces, expert ea solutions, acquisition services, and management policies. Creating N. Pl a Successful Future at GSA by Living Our M Values Every Day and Working Together to Achieve Our Goals polis, a e Values nn Mi s, • Ethics and integrity in everything we do rce ou • Respect for fellow associates es R on • Teamwork ati orm • Results orientation Inf ity rs • Professionalism ive th er is Th pu ca bli tio an D Goals oth tity en for customer agencies and taxpayers • Provide best value y an • Achieve responsible asset management by old r • Operate sefficiently and effectively do ce • Ensure financial accountability du pro •be reMaintain a world class workforce and a world class workplace ot• n Carry out social, environmental, and other responsibilities as a federal agency ay nm GSA Office of Small Business Utilization (OSBU) 1275 First Street NE Washington, DC 20417 [phone] [email protected] GSA’s Office of Small Business Utilization (SBU) advocates for small, minority, veteran, HUBZone, and women business owners. Its mission is to promote increased access to GSA’s nationwide procurement opportunities. SBU monitors and implements small business policies and manages a range of programs required by law. GSA’s small business programs nurture entrepreneurial opportunities, open doors to new business horizons, and enhance technological capabilities. 2012 Supplier Diversity Information Resources Guide - 41 - CONTENT MAY BE EXPIRED; SEE WWW.DIVERSITYINFORESOURCES.COM FOR LATEST VERSION SECTION 4