gsa-calc-ceilingrates

Query the GSA CALC+ API for current NTE hourly ceiling rates.

Updated Apr 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BdM-15/shipley-bd-capture-skills --skill gsa-calc-ceilingrates
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Skill: gsa-calc-ceilingrates
Source: https://github.com/BdM-15/shipley-bd-capture-skills/tree/main/govcon-skills/gsa-calc-ceilingrates
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BdM-15/shipley-bd-capture-skills --skill gsa-calc-ceilingrates

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides ready access to GSA CALC+ labor ceiling rates for IGCE development and price analysis, saving time and improving pricing decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Access current GSA CALC+ ceiling rates for MAS contracts and SINs.
  • Support IGCE benchmarking, price reasonableness determinations, and vendor rate comparisons.
  • Useful for market research memos and decision briefs across GSA schedules.

Quick Start

Query the GSA CALC+ API to retrieve current NTE hourly ceiling rates for a specified SIN or labor category.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsa-calc-ceilingrates

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I find current GSA ceiling rates for IGCE pricing analysis?

Find current GSA CALC+ ceiling rates for IGCE development by querying the API for NTE hourly rates on a specified SIN or labor category, which requires no authentication and refreshes nightly.

What are GSA CALC+ ceiling rates used for in market research?

GSA CALC+ ceiling rates are used for market research memos, price reasonableness determinations, SIN analysis, and vendor rate benchmarking across MAS contracts.

How do I benchmark vendor rates against GSA MAS contract ceiling rates?

Benchmark vendor rates against GSA MAS contract ceiling rates by comparing proposed labor rates to the NTE hourly limits retrieved for specific SINs or labor categories.

Does the GSA CALC+ API require authentication to search ceiling rates?

No, the GSA CALC+ API requires no authentication to search ceiling rates, supporting keyword, exact match, and suggestion search modes with built-in aggregations and filters.

How often are GSA CALC+ labor ceiling rates refreshed?

GSA CALC+ labor ceiling rates are refreshed nightly, ensuring your IGCE benchmarking and price reasonableness determinations use the most current data available.