Changes to C.Buy

Following are the changes which all users need to be aware of as a result of the upgrade to the C.Request and C.Buy software.

C.Buy has been changed to provide a 2-way interface to FPDS-NG; This provides the ability for C.Buy to display for the user the actual status of the FPDS-NG report including:

• Not on file
• Draft
  • Draft - Incorrect
  • Draft - Correct
  • Approved
  • The "intermediate" website screen has been removed.

All activities will be accomplished thru the FPDS-NG screen (shown when selecting FPDS-NG from the award and modification Summary screen) including:

• Create FPFD-NG Report
• Change FPDS-NG Report
• Delete FPDS-NG Report
• Correct FPDS-NG Report
• Approve FPDS-NG Report

It is important to note that the FPDS-NG report is, as required, shown to the user using a separate web application provided by GSA.  The actual FPDS-NG screen is supported by the FPDS-NG HelpDesk.