GSA can engineer and design specialized vehicles and address technical questions. Vehicles purchased by GSA are safe, durable, and economical.

GSA can assist with any vehicle engineering issue, including:

• Development of customized specifications for any vehicle and application requirement;
• Proper vehicle selection for the specific application;
• Proper vehicle weight ratings and payloads;
• Proper selection of engines, transmissions, axles, frames, and electrical systems;
• Safety issues and vehicle reliability;
• Assistance in resolving warranty issues, vehicle defects, or other quality-related problems; and 
• Responsible for Federal Vehicle Standards.

Contact GSA in the early planning stages for the acquisition of customized vehicles.  GSA can greatly simplify the technical aspects of determining agency requirements as well as the procurement process. GSA now requires a five percent surcharge on any new engineering service. Please see the important notice regarding GSA engineering review below.

The Federal Vehicle Standards classify various types and sizes of commercially available vehicles, and establishes minimum technical, quality, and equipment options to maintain uniformity in the acquisition process. These standards are developed by GSA  and are published annually to cover current model year vehicles. The use of the Federal Vehicle Standards substantially reduces the ordering and procurement lead-time and permits a clear understanding of the requirements by customers, contracting officers, quality assurance specialists, and contractors.