Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Want to Know About Spot

Q: How can you afford to provide this service for free?
Offering a free service is our way of introducing Spot to the world. We believe that you'll find Spot so friendly, helpful, and efficient, that you'll want to upgrade your plan to take advantage of all the features and benefits that Spot has to offer. We are continuing development of additional features and capabilities for Spot that will make Spot even more desireable. So, whether you sign up for Spot's free plan or upgrade to one of Spot's other plans, we welcome you aboard and are glad to help you build your federal business.
Q: Why would I use Spot instead of just using FedBizOpps?
Spot's goals are Simplicity, Focus, and Efficiency. Our interface and process is Simple; Spot delivers bid opportunities that match your unique profile so that you can Focus your efforts only on high-probability opportunities; and rather than registering with, signing into, and receiving email notifications from multiple government sites, Spot delivers a single integrated list of opportunities saving you time and money.
Q: Why would I use Spot instead of just using GSA e-Buy?
Keeping with our goals of Simplicity, Focus, and Efficiency, Spot uses a search technology that delivers only those GSA e-Buy opportunities that match your profile--GSA e-buy doesn't. With Spot, you're in full control and can receive as many, or as few, opportunities as you like.
Q: Why should I use Spot instead of other bid delivery systems?
Spot has a broad range of features that helps simplify your job, keeps you focused on high-probability opportunities, and saves you time and money. For example, unlike other bid delivery systems, Spot provides a bid/no bid decision support tool that helps you focus your efforts on those opportunities you can win. Spot also provides a Live Search feature that supplements your daily email lists and gives your full control of your bid profile. To learn about all of our cool features, go to www.spotfedbids.com/features.aspx.
Q: Why should I be interested in my competitor's awards?
Keeping close watch of your competitors is critical to staying ahead. Knowing when and where they are winning contracts can help you with developing your competitive strategies as well as identify new potential customers--if an organization is buying from your competitor, then why not you?
Q: Can I make changes to my plan?
You can upgrade, downgrade or cancel your subscription at any time. Any changes you make will take effect at the beginning of your next billing cycle. If you choose to cancel your account you will be responsible for the charges up to end of your current subscription plan. If you have any questions about our plans or subscriptions feel free to contact us at support@spotfedbids.com
Q: What is GSA e-Buy?
GSA e-Buy is an online Request for Quotation (RFQ) tool managed by the General Services Administration (GSA) that restricts access to approved GSA Schedule vendors. Approved GSA Schedule vendors are allowed to access, view, and retrieve RFQ opportunities for those special item numbers (SIN) approved on their GSA Schedule. A contract number and password is required to access the e-Buy system. As an approved GSA Schedule vendor and subscriber to Spot’s GSA e-Buy option, Spot will conveniently retrieve your e-Buy opportunities, filter them based on your customized search profile, and deliver them to your email inbox daily.
Q: How do I get on GSA Schedule?
To become a GSA Schedule contractor, a vendor must first submit an offer in response to the applicable GSA Schedule solicitation. GSA awards contracts to responsible companies offering commercial items, at fair and reasonable prices, that fall within the scope of a specific GSA Schedule Solicitation, of which there are 43. GSA requires vendors to disclose information about their commercial sales practices, including their discounting practices. If you would like help in obtaining a GSA Schedule contract, simply go to www.coleyinc.com/request.shtml to request a quote.
Q: Does Spot deliver bids from Reverse Auction sites like FedBid.com?
No, not currently. Reverse Auction sites are unique procurement sites that manage their own bid/auction process.
Q: Does Spot deliver bids for State and Local governemnt?
No, not currently. State and Local government bids will be offered in a future enhancement.
Q: Will Spot be adding new capabilities in the future?
Yes. Spot is being trained to do many new tricks, including things such as expanded help, pipeline management, capture lessons learned, and manage your bid/proposal library. Spot is also interested in your suggestions. Please feel free to submit your ideas to feedback@spotfedbids.com.
Q: Can't find what you're looking for?
Contact us at support@spotfedbids.com or use our contact form
Q: What types of payment do you accept?
We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.