Welcome to the ASSIST New User Resources Page: 

Whether you're new to ASSIST and the GSA Acquisition process, or you simply wish to learn more about the general workflow and contractor user experience, we are glad you're here!  

We understand that learning a new tool can feel daunting, often leaving users not entirely sure where to begin or which resources to seek out. This is why we have compiled a carefully curated selection of high-level resources, designed to help you achieve a desirable baseline level of familiarity with the system, as well as additional tools and help resources available throughout your assisted acquisition journey.  

For best results, we recommended going through the resources in the sequential order they have been provided below. 

Step 1 - Familiarize with 'the what', 'the way', and the system's User Interface (UI)

• ASSIST Overview Pamphlet - Read this informative leave behind outlining who we serve, why it's important and, how it directly benefits you.
• ASSIST Slider Tutorial - This interactive experience delves into greater detail on the system design, what features are available to you, and includes screen shots of the actual system UI.

Step 2 - Review the collaborative nature of ASSIST and learn how your workflow fits into the big acquisition management picture

• ASSIST Contractor Workflow - This infographic diagram depicts how and when you as a client interact with the system, as well as what automatically triggers as next steps within the workflow for GSA users and Clients. 

Step 3 - Gain more context after reviewing the commonly asked questions resource guide

• ASSIST System FAQs
• ASSIST versus eBuy

Step 4 - Begin your acquisition journey

• ASSIST Login Page
  
  

If you have additional questions, or encounter issues while navigating the system, we recommend you explore our ASSIST Help Repository - easily accessible via the primary navigation toolbar once you've logged into the system - or connect with the ASSIST Service Desk.