U.S. Government Services
A PROUD RELOCATION MANAGEMENT PROVIDER TO THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY
Since 1984, Sirva, dba BGRS, Inc. (“BGRS”), has been a trusted advisor and partner to the nation’s top federal agencies. Our decades-long history of serving the U.S. government is backed by our unparalleled experience in conforming to both the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) and our deep understanding of the General Services Administration’s (GSA’s) stringent relocation policy requirements and guidelines.
Since the award of our first Government contract in 1984, we have supported 40+ federal and quasi-governmental agencies and managed more than 147,500 U.S. federal moves. We have also expertly handled 280,000 moves for the Canadian Government over the past 15 years.
OUR EXPERIENCE HAS YOU COVERED
As the relocation industry’s leading federal contractor, we offer complete, reliable relocation services in full compliance with the GSA Schedule 48 and all U.S. government contracting requirements. We value our long-standing relationship with the U.S. government and take our responsibility to the federal agencies and employees we serve seriously.
Highlighting our experience and leadership in serving the government sector, we have proudly played a key role in the following federal community forums for many years:
- Senior Executives Association (SEA) Corporate Advisory Council: Serve as an advocate for our government clients’ relocation interests to federal leaders.
- Government Relocation Advisory Board (GRAB): Served as an active member focused on transforming the relocation provisions of the FTR.
Our agency clients are governed by the highest ethical standards and quality control elements:
GOVERNMENT-TRAINED AND GOVERNMENT-CLEARED PERSONNEL:
All dedicated team members are U.S. citizens and hold or are in the process of obtaining Position of Public Trust security clearances.
STRINGENT SECURITY PROTOCOLS:
All systems, facilities, personnel, and data accessibility are U.S-based and carefully constructed to adhere to government standards and protect the sensitive information entrusted to us.
SECURE RELOCATION MANAGEMENT PORTAL:
Adheres to the highest global standards for data security with multi-factor authentication, biometrics, and user-level validation.
PROPRIETARY GCERTIFIED™ PROGRAM:
All dedicated government team members and service partners are required to participate in a Sirva, dba BGRS-developed course to learn FTR/FAR requirements and understand government culture.
Sirva, dba BGRS, Inc., stands as a steadfast and proud relocation service partner to the U.S. government. With a commitment to excellence, efficiency, and unparalleled service, we have consistently demonstrated its ability to meet the unique needs and challenges of government-sponsored relocations. Through innovative solutions, rigorous adherence to compliance, and a dedicated team of professionals, we ensure that every relocation undertaken in partnership with the U.S. government is executed with precision and care.
MORE THAN A MOVER
In addition to providing relocation management services, we play a pivotal role in supporting U.S. federal government agencies in crafting relocation strategies that seamlessly integrate with overarching talent management objectives. By leveraging our expertise and experience in mobility solutions, we ensure that relocation initiatives align closely with broader talent management goals.
SPOUSE AND PARTNER ASSISTANCE:
We provide personalized services to help facilitate integration into the new community, such as mentor and support networks and career assistance, which may include resume writing and interviewing, introductions/networking opportunities, and traditional job placement services in the destination location.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:
We support a mobile employee's career advancement through a range of relocation service solutions and policies designed to facilitate professional growth and development. We enable mobile employees to seamlessly transition to new roles and opportunities while supporting their long-term professional success within the organization.
Employee Retention:
We contribute to our government clients’ employee retention by facilitating smooth transitions and providing personalized support throughout the relocation process, enhancing job satisfaction, maintaining loyalty, and safeguarding institutional knowledge.
By connecting relocations with these critical goals, Sirva, dba BGRS, not only facilitates efficient moves but also actively contributes to the long-term success and effectiveness of U.S. federal government agencies' talent management strategies.
As we look towards the future, we remain unwavering in our dedication to facilitating seamless transitions for government employees and their families, thereby upholding our shared commitment to service, integrity, and excellence.
RELOCATION SERVICES
We have been authorized by the GSA to provide the following relocation services to the federal government under Schedule Title: Transportation, Delivery & Relocation Services; SIN 531 (Schedule 48); Contract number: GS-33F-001HA.
The following Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) outlines the Special Item Numbers (SINs) we are approved to provide to the U.S. government:
653-1 Home Sale
653-4 Entitlement Counseling
653-1B Marketing Assistance
653-5 Agency Customizes Services
653-5 Property Management
653-7 Move Management
For a complete history and listing of services, please refer to our GSA-Approved Catalog.
Rethinking Support for Relocating Children: A Well-being Imperative
Global mobility programs continue to evolve as the needs of businesses and employees change, yet one group is still undersupported: relocating children.
International relocation is one of life’s biggest transitions, and for children, it’s not just a move, it’s a personal experience shaped by loss, identity, belonging, and the challenge of starting over. When these experiences aren’t well supported, the impact goes beyond the child to the whole family and, ultimately, the success of the assignment.
Despite this, most mobility programs still focus primarily on employees and their partners. Children are acknowledged, but rarely supported in a structured, proactive way. This creates a gap and for many families, how well children adjust ends up determining whether the assignment is successful at all.
From Practical Support to Whole Person Well-being
Children experience relocation differently from adults. While adults focus on job roles and responsibilities, children are leaving important relationships behind, building new ones, and trying to make sense of the change, all while still developing the ability to express how they feel.
Their concerns are simple and deeply human: leaving friends and close family members such as grandparents or cousins, starting a new school, fitting in, and staying connected to what they’ve left behind. To support children effectively, we need a more intentional approach, one that looks at emotional well-being, social connection, sense of belonging, and resilience together, not as separate areas.
What Children Experience in a Sirva Intercultural Training Program
Effective youth intercultural training isn’t about delivering information, it’s about helping children work through their experience. In a Sirva program, children take part in guided, age-appropriate sessions that help them process what they’re going through, not just prepare for what’s ahead.
Children are supported to help them:
- Make sense of identity and continuity during change. Explore what “home” means and what stays the same, helping them process loss while holding onto a stable sense of self.
- Talk openly about transition challenges. Share concerns, like leaving friends or fitting in, in a safe, guided setting, helping normalize emotions and build confidence.
- Build confidence through real-life scenarios. Work through common situations so they feel more prepared and less uncertain.
- Develop emotional awareness. Put words to feelings they may not fully understand yet, supporting healthier ways to process change.
- Strengthen connection and adjustment strategies. Find ways to stay connected to old relationships while building new ones.
- Approach cultural differences with curiosity and confidence. Learn to explore new environments with openness instead of anxiety.
- Feel supported within the family system. Build shared understanding between children and parents so children feel heard and supported.
Much of this support focuses on helping children adjust to a new environment, but the impact doesn’t stop there. The skills they build—understanding change, expressing emotions, forming connections—continue to shape how they handle future transitions.
Repatriation: The Often-Overlooked Transition
A strong approach to well-being needs to include the full assignment journey, including the return home, or repatriation.
Returning to the home location is often assumed to be easy, but it’s another major transition. Children once again face change, redefining identity, adjusting socially, and making sense of what “home” now means. With the right support, children can:
- Bring their international experience into their sense of identity
- Work through leaving their host country
- Rebuild confidence in social connections
- Adjust expectations of “home”
- Stay connected while settling back in
- Feel supported within their family
For many children, this doesn’t feel like an ending, it’s simply another transition. Another goodbye. Another adjustment. Another shift in what “home” means.
Across departure, time abroad, and return, a clear pattern emerges, as children aren’t managing a single move, but an ongoing journey. Each stage builds on the last, shaping confidence, relationships, and long-term well-being. When support is inconsistent, the challenges build. When support is consistent, the benefits do too.
A Strategic Imperative for Mobility Programs
Seen across the full relocation journey, support for children has a cumulative impact. Each transition builds on the previous one. When children are supported throughout, they develop stronger confidence, resilience, and a clearer sense of belonging. When they aren’t, gaps in support can affect both the child and the overall stability of the assignment.
International assignments can shape young people in lasting ways that impact identity, relationships, and long-term adjustment. Organizations that take a consistent, well-being-focused approach—supporting children before, during, and after the move—aren’t just enhancing the employee experience. They’re improving assignment success, reducing risk, and showing a real commitment to the entire family.
In today’s mobility landscape, supporting relocating children isn’t a “nice-to-have.” It’s a core part of making global assignments work.
To learn more about Sirva’s tailored solutions to support candidate assessment and selection, intercultural training and cultural coaching, email us at concierge@sirva.com and visit the Talent Development & Intercultural section of our website.
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