Use Capture Management and Competitive Intelligence to Gain Business Under Your GSA Schedule 

Jul 11, 2025

In the competitive federal marketspace to truly thrive, contractors should strategically embrace in robust capture management and competitive intelligence. Capture management isn’t just about responding to RFPs; it’s a proactive, disciplined approach to identifying, understanding, and positioning your firm to win specific opportunities long before a solicitation is even released. This involves building relationships, understanding customer needs, and aligning your GSA Schedule offerings with those critical requirements, transforming your firm from a reactive bidder into a proactive, trusted partner.

Effective capture management is complemented by the indispensable role of competitive intelligence. In an environment where numerous GSA Schedule holders vie for the same contracts, understanding your competitors’ strengths, weaknesses, pricing strategies, and past performance is paramount. This insight allows you to differentiate your offerings, highlight your unique value proposition, and anticipate potential challenges. By integrating sophisticated competitive intelligence into your business development lifecycle, your firm can make informed decisions, tailor its messaging, and ultimately secure a stronger position to win valuable federal contracts through your GSA Schedule.

Article brought to you by Jodi Sirotnak a capture management and competitive intelligence expert. To learn more about capture management and to talk with Jodi email rvangorder@gormgroup.com to connect.  

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