It happens to every GSA Schedule contractor at one point or another. After you’re worked hard at preparing a modification, submitted it, and gotten excited about the upcoming changes to your GSA Schedule, you receive an email informing you that the modification will be rejected.

The GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Program offers a wide and diversified range of products and services. These services are grouped into 12 distinct Large Categories based on their shared similarities. The categorization of these offerings allows for ease of access and searchability, promoting efficient and effective procurement practices.

If you are reading this, you are probably researching your options to be a part of the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. Maybe you have read about its numerous advantages and how getting on a GSA Schedule substantially streamlines the federal contracting process for commercially successful companies, but how long is the GSA Schedule acquisition process itself?

GSA Schedule contract compliance can be a constant battle. There are so many requirements to abide by and keep up with, and frankly, it can be overwhelming. GSA Schedule contracts are a very valuable asset for your company. But sometimes, the best things come at a price.

Your company is ready to expand to another marketplace and sell to the government, and you’ve come across the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Program. You might be wondering: is it the right option for your company? While GSA Schedules can be your ticket in the government marketplace and can help your company significantly grow its customer base, we realize they aren’t for everyone. There are certain requirements you need to meet to become a GSA contractor, and there are regulations you need to follow throughout the life of your contract.

The government is consistently making changes to improve programs available for General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule contractors, especially alterations that positively impact small business owners. If you’re a small business, you may be familiar with the 8(a) Program Business Development Program. This program helps socially and economically disadvantaged companies, such as woman-owned, minority-owned, veteran-owned, and disability-owned small businesses. This 8(a) Program is designed to provide additional support by offering training, counseling, and access to government contracts. Additionally, it gives small businesses a fair chance to compete against large corporations.