Right at the heels of Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Solicitation Refresh #16 which was released in late May, GSA has announced the release of Solicitation Refresh #17. By the end of July 2023, GSA plans to release Refresh #17 along with a Mass Modification. This Refresh will include changes to the overall solicitation as well as specific Large Category changes, so this applies to all GSA Schedule contractors no matter what product or service you offer. Here’s what you need to know about this update, so you are prepared for when it’s released.

There are several different avenues you can take to do business with the federal government through the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. Federal agencies are focused on procuring total solutions, so this often requires businesses to form partnerships in order to win larger opportunities. Now that Joint Ventures are becoming a hot topic in the MAS realm, there is a lot of talk about what kinds of partnerships are available to companies looking to be a part of the GSA Schedules program. Two of the most common methods to create a successful partnership are the Contractor Teaming Arrangement (CTA) and a prime/subcontractor agreement. However, both of these methods can prove to be very confusing for GSA contractors trying to differentiate between the two. In order to determine which method is best for you and your organization, you’ll need to answer the following 5 questions about CTAs and prime/subcontracting agreements:

When you go through the GSA Schedule acquisition process, you are evaluated on many levels. From administrative and financial records, to past performance and your pricing, GSA takes a close look at your company. This is because GSA wants to ensure you are going to be a reliable contractor and can supply the products and services you intend to offer. However, once you have made it successfully through the acquisition process and are awarded your GSA Schedule contract, the evaluations don’t necessarily evaporate.

Approximately 210 days before a 5-year option period ends, GSA Schedule holders receive an automated email notifying them of the option to extend their contract. If you are one of them, knowing you have two options is important. You can choose to let your contract expire or complete an option extension modification to continue the life of your contract for another 5 years. If you are going through the option extension process for the first time, it may seem overwhelming, but a clear understanding of the requirements can put you at ease. In this blog, I will share with you everything you need to know about a GSA Schedule option extension.

All contractors who plan to sell to the federal government know the importance of maintaining your System for Award Management (SAM.gov) registration. It's a requirement that you must be registered in SAM.gov before you can submit your GSA Schedule offer, and you need to renew it annually as long as you want to do business with the government. While it's an essential area of compliance, maintaining your SAM.gov registration is not always easy and straightforward, especially with the recent updates to SAM. Our team has compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help the process go smoothly.

There are plentiful opportunities for companies of all sizes to offer their products/services through a General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), including small businesses. Many qualified small businesses benefit greatly from the advantages associated with being a small business in the federal government, but they may not realize the landscape of opportunities available. That’s why it’s important to do some market research to see what’s out there.