If you collaborate on projects in federally owned or leased space, use the project management software called Kahua to store and share project information and track the project progress. Usage is required for all contractors and GSA employees, and although not required for our federal agency customers, we encourage you to use it. Having all stakeholders use the same project management tool for design, construction, and leasing projects helps to improve the project delivery practices, standardize operating procedures, and ensure security and privacy.
Project managers and other team members use the tool to exchange information as they collaborate on various activities throughout the project life cycle. Examples of activities done in Kahua are: project agreements, requests for information, project schedules, design reviews, and punch lists.
Contractors, please follow up with your designated GSA point of contact for specific Kahua usage requirements. Prospective contractors, contact the POC identified in the solicitation.
How to get started
To get started in Kahua, you will need a Kahua account and instruction on how to use the tool.
- Request an account and access Kahua.
- Obtain training on Kahua, starting with Kahua Introduction and Navigation.
How to recertify your account
Each year Kahua account holders must recertify their need for an account. The 2025 recertification period is February 18 through March 12.
Recertify your account
- Login to Kahua.
- Open the Tasks application.
- Click on the task with ‘User Recertification’ as the subject.
- Click ‘I certify that I require access to Kahua.’*
- Accept the Rules of Behavior by clicking ‘I acknowledge’ at the bottom.
- Click ‘Submit.’
*If you no longer need access to Kahua, simply click the ‘I no longer need access to Kahua’ option and click ‘Submit.’
For additional assistance, you can view a video of the Kahua recertification process.
Kahua Release Information
Kahua updates regularly with core product releases and GSA configurations of the tool. Information on core product releases can be found on Kahua’s Support site. The next GSA Kahua Release 2025.1 is scheduled for February 8, 2025. For information on what changes are included in recent releases, review the following release notes:
Contact us for help
To ask questions about accessing or using Kahua or to provide feedback on the tool:
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