The lifespan of a contract through General Services Administration (GSA) is up to 20 years. For a contract vehicle that can be a longer legal commitment than raising a child, it’s not surprising that the application process is quite lengthy, with many moving parts. This blog is going to map the components and requirements of each section of a GSA Schedule proposal, while providing some qualitative pointers so you can prepare a competitive offer to the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS).

If you’ve ever found yourself walking out of your favorite hardware store with a bill larger than you anticipated, you’re not alone in spending a lot on these types of goods. From cleaning products to water heaters to cranes, the federal government is a major purchaser of industrial products every year. The Industrial Products and Services, also known as Large Category E, covers all these and is one of the largest categories within General Services Administration’s (GSA) Large Category groupings. In the 2023 fiscal year alone, GSA saw $2.3 billion in sales through this category within the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS).