INTRODUCTION - 3400
The State Financial Marketplace (SFM) established by the Department of General Services, provides financing and payment programs that serve California State and local government entities. Tax-exempt rates are established with lenders for the purpose of financing both purchases and leases. The GS $Mart (pronounced “G S Smart”) is the program to use to finance a purchase. The Lease $Mart (pronounced “Lease Smart”) is the program to use to finance a lease.
Only approved lenders or lessors participate in the programs. The SFM provides negotiated contractual terms and conditions. The result is financial security regarding such issues as tax-exempt qualifications, financial health of the lender, and the financing’s effect on the state’s credit rating
State departments contemplating financing a transaction are advised to contact a SFM representative early in the acquisition planning process. Proposed use of a source other than the financial marketplace may require advanced approval from the Department of Finance.
SMF representatives can:
- Provide program information.
- Guide governmental entities through the financial marketplace process to create a financed contract.
- Assist with refinancing contracts.
- Assist with assignment (or novation) of financial marketplace contracts.
Information regarding the SFM is provided on the Procurement Division web site at the following address: State Financial Marketplace
For more detailed procedures please see Chapter 9 of: State Contracting Manual Volume 2 for Non-IT Goods
State Contracting Manual Volume 3 for IT Goods and Services
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