Here is the latest information regarding procurement of GSA Approved Security Containers:
For procurement of GSA Approved Security Containers:
U.S. General Services Administration issued a directive on August 6, 2026 regarding DPA procedures
and policies.
“Effective April 1, 2026, both GSA Approved Security Containers and Vault Doors are now available
under GSA Global Supply and must be procured using the applicable National Stock Numbers
(NSNs). Any acquisition that cannot be placed as a requisition through GSA global Supply’s
procurement process requires prior approval of a DPA for a purchase to be made directly through a
manufacturer. No exception.”
ALL U.S. Government Departments and Agencies are required to purchase GSA Approved Security
Containers through the GSA Global Supply Network.
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To begin the DPA approval process, please email the GSA-Approved Security Container and
Vault Door Program Office at
securitycontainers@gsa.gov. GSA may require additional information to
complete their review.”
PLEASE NOTE: Alpha Safe and Vault, Inc. does not determine eligibility for a DPA, nor do we
communicate on behalf of the U.S. Government. All information provided herein was taken directly
from letters sent to Alpha Safe by GSA.
For Manufacturers selling GSA Approved Security Containers:
A “Final Rule” document (2/10/2025), published by GSA’s Interagency Committee on Security
Equipment (IACSE) stated the following –
“Two methods a manufacturer can use to sell new GSA-Approved Security Containers:
1. Through the GSA Global Supply Procurement Process
2. Direct Purchase Authority (DPA). This process must be approved by GSA prior to the sale of
the security container. It authorizes a sale directly between the GSA Approved Security
Container Manufacturer and the Defense Contractor indicated on the DPA approval letter signed
by GSA”
“Any unauthorized sale by a manufacturer will result in suspension and disbarment”
