Government agencies spent approximately $60 billion through the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (“GSA MAS”) program (including the VA). The MAS contract registration procedure streamlines the federal procurement process.
In this episode of FedBiz’5 we are hosting Anthony D’Attore from FedBiz Access to discuss the GSA MAS as one of the best ways to establish a long-term relationship with the Federal Government.
The GSA MAS is a long-term contract issued by the General Services Administration (“GSA”) and is also referred to as the Federal Supply Schedule. It is a multiple award, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (“IDIQ”) contract with pre-negotiated pricing and terms.
The registration is a vendor verification process that includes review of commercial sales practices and pricing, capabilities, financials, past performance, and pre-negotiated pricing and terms deemed ‘fair & reasonable’.
Once approved, the GSA MAS simplifies the procurement process because both the vendor and its products and/or services are pre-approved with no formal bidding process.
To determine eligibility, the products and/or services must fit within the GSA MAS program. The program consists of 12 large categories, 83 subcategories, and approximately 300+ Special Item Numbers known as SIN’s.
| GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Consolidation – Large Categories
| Office Management | Facilities | Furniture & Furnishings
| Human Capital | Industrial Products & Services | Information Technology
| Miscellaneous | Professional Services | Scientific Management & Solutions
| Security & Protection | Transportation & Logistics Services | Travel
In addition to the GSA MAS program, the Veterans Administration has nine Multiple Award Schedules specifically for pharmaceuticals and medical-related equipment, supplies and services.
Companies must also be in business for at least two years, be current in their SAM & DSBS registrations, demonstrate financial stability, and have any products manufactured or ‘substantially transformed’ in the U.S.A. or Trade Agreement Act(TAA) designated country.
The GSA MAS is the most widely used government contracting vehicle, and it can provide credibility and access to additional procurement opportunities. It allows for a shorter more simplified sales process, and can be complimented with a set-aside certification.
Products and services can be ordered directly by government buyers from GSA MAS approved contractors or through, GSA Advantage!® or GSA eBuy.
The GSA MAS is a long-term contract award, valid for five years with (3) five-year extensions (20-year contract award), as long as the vendor maintains annual sales of at least $25,000.
FedBiz Access has over 21 years of experience working with companies to help them win business by ensuring their research, engagement strategy, registrations
Stay Connected:
- Signup for our Once-Monthly "Contractor Chronicle" Newsletter
- Follow Us on Facebook
- Follow Us on LinkedIn