Effective October 1, 2012, all classified national security information must be stored in GSA-Approved Security Containers and Vault Doors. Federal agencies are required to buy security containers and vault doors using the brand name National Stock Numbers in GSA Global Supply via requisition.
Immediate Action Required: Any classified material currently stored in non-GSA-approved containers must be relocated immediately to compliant storage.
Governing Directives:
These requirements ensure consistency across federal agencies in safeguarding classified information by requiring that all security equipment be ordered through GSA Global Supply, in accordance with mandatory procurement policy, and align with the following authorities:
REQUIRED: Delivery Point of Contact
Please include name, daytime phone number, and email address in all orders or ensure your address book section of your GSA Global Supply profile is correct. These containers and doors are sometimes turned away at military installations, because there is no POC info with the order. You can also include special delivery instructions on orders as well.
Freight Fundamentals:
Before you order, please read this section explaining how freight charges are invoiced.
All orders are FOB-Origin, freight pre-paid. This means shipping charges are not included in the product price as it appears on GSA Advantage or on the Crosswalk. Freight charges will appear as a separate line item on the invoice for all CONUS (Continental United States) deliveries and distribution points. Estimated freight charges vary by manufacturer, item size, weight, and delivery location, but typically range from $400–$1,500. To obtain an estimated freight quote, customers should contact the manufacturer of the desired brand name NSN and provide the delivery address and ZIP code.
For OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) orders, shipments are first routed to a GSA Distribution Facility located in Atlanta, GA 30349 or Vista, CA 92081. To determine which address to submit for a freight quote estimate, select the distribution center with the closest proximity to the final destination. Manufacturers can only provide estimated freight charges to the applicable GSA distribution facility as they do not ship directly to OCONUS addresses. Additional transportation charges from the GSA Distribution Facility to the final OCONUS destination are coordinated separately. An export fee equal to 7% of the total order value, not to exceed $500, will apply to OCONUS shipments.
Delivery Logistics Included with your Order:
All orders default to dock-to-dock shipping, meaning delivery is made to a loading dock unless otherwise specified.
Delivery Options Available by Request:
Lift-Gate Service: Available through the manufacturer for locations without a loading dock.
Expedited Shipping: Available on a case-by-case basis and may incur additional charges.
Non-Covered Services, Inside delivery:
Must be arranged and paid for separately with the manufacturer outside of the GSA Purchase Order.
Step by Step Purchasing Guide:
Step 1: Determine Eligibility
- Federal & Military Users: Must follow GSA Order OGP 4800.2I
(GSA Order OGP 4800.2I is referenced in Appendix A on Purchasing Guide).
- Federal & Military General Contractors:
- Must comply with OGP 4800.2I
- Contract must include DD Form 254 (or equivalent)
- Contact your agency Contracting Officer (CO/KO) for Department of Defense Activity Address Code (DoDAAC) or Activity Address Code (AAC) approval.
Step 2: Identify your DoDAAC or AAC
The Department of War (DoW) Activity Address Code (DoDAAC) is a six-position code that uniquely identifies a unit, activity, or organization that has the authority to requisition, contract for, receive, have custody of, issue, or ship government-owned assets, or fund/pay bills for materials and/or services. See Defense Logistics Manual (DLM) 4000.25, Volume 6, Chapter 2.4.1.2.
If you already have a DoDAAC or AAC, skip to Step 4. If not, proceed to Step 3.
Step 3: How do I get a DoDAAC or AAC?
- Military Users or Military Contractors: Search here or contact your Central Service Point (CSP)
- Use the DLA CSP listing to identify the appropriate POC.
General Contractors - Coordinate with your assigned CO/KO from the agency where you hold an active contract for approval. Your Contracting Officer will initiate DoDAAC creation with the CSP and the CO/KO may also submit a manual application in accordance with DFARS PGI 251.102.
- CO/KO’s may also coordinate DoDAAC creation through the Procurement Integrative Enterprise Environment (PIEE) helpdesk:
PIEE/DODAAC POC: 866-618-5988
Email: disa.global.servicedesk.mbx.eb-ticket-requests@mail.mil
- Federal Users or Federal General Contractors: Contact your AAC POC
- Use the AAC POC listing to identify the appropriate POC.
- General Contractors - Coordinate with your assigned Contracting Officer (CO/KO) from the agency where you hold an active contract for approval. CO/KO will initiate AAC creation with the AAC POC. The following information will be requested:
- Contract Number
- Cage Code
- Issuing office AAC (probably first six alpha/numeric digits of the contract number)
- Period of Performance (PoP) End Date
Step 4: Determine Which NSN is Right for You
- Browse approved products on the GSA Advantage front page and look for the program banner and click “Learn More.”
- Use the NSN Crosswalk Tool to compare:
- Pricing
- Delivery timelines
- Dimensions
- Manufacturer details
FOR VAULT DOORS: It is HIGHLY recommended to contact the OEM prior to submitting an order.
Step 5: Choose Your Ordering Platform
Choose ONE of the THREE options below:
- Your Agency Supply System (Preferred)
- Examples: GCSS-Army, FedMall, Navy systems
- Payment: Automatic via DoDAAC
- GSA Platforms
- GSA Advantage or Global Supply
- Payment Options:
- DoDAAC/AAC billing
- Government Purchase Card (≤ $10,000)
- Manual Funding Form
- Submit via email: rpc@gsa.gov
- Accepted forms: DD 1348-6 or SF (SF) 344
- POs and MIPRs or any other form of funding is not accepted.
Step 6: Special Requests for Accessories or Deliveries
- Accessory Orders: Must be placed directly with the manufacturer by the customer via GPC or other funding means and should be made concurrently with your NSN order.
- GSA is actively working to add accessories to this contract in the future, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
- Important for Accessory and Delivery Requests:
- After placing your order with GSA, contact the manufacturer directly to confirm accessory or delivery requirements and provide your requisition number.
Step 7: Submit Order and Follow Up as Appropriate:
This page provides a simplified overview of the purchasing requirements and procedures for GSA-Approved Security Containers and Vault Door Program and is intended as a quick reference guide; users should access the 2026 GSA Approved Security Container and Vault Door Program Information and Purchasing Guide for a more complete overview.