In accordance with FAR 6.102(d)(3), use of the Federal Supply Schedules (FSS) Program is considered a “competitive procedure” under CICA when the FSS ordering procedures are followed – i.e., the Ordering Procedures for Supplies, and Services Not Requiring a Statement of Work (FAR 8.405-1) or the Ordering Procedures for Services Requiring a Statement of Work (FAR 8.405-2).