The small business community has been watching the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul closely, and for good reason. Changes released today to FAR Part 19 could reshape key protections like the “rule of two,” which refers to the requirement that federal agencies set aside contracts for small businesses when at least two
Order-Level Materials (OLMs) let contractors add supplies or services at the order level. These are items not anticipated at contract award, such as specialized repair work or additional training hours. GSA has now removed the 33% cap on OLMs, making them easier to use and more practical in real-world procurements.
GSA MAS Refresh #29: What’s Changing and How to Prepare The General Services Administration (GSA) plans to release MAS Solicitation Refresh #29 in August 2025. This update affects both the overall MAS Solicitation and certain SINs. Once issued, contractors will have 90 days to accept the related mass modification to
The General Services Administration (GSA) is flipping the script on traditional IT procurement with its new OneGov strategy. Announced in April, OneGov aims to establish direct relationships with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), fundamentally shifting the role of Value-Added Resellers (VARs). Rather than purchasing IT solutions through resellers, GSA is now
As GSA prepares to release Refresh 27 to the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Program, contractors need to understand the actions required for the mandatory opt-in of the Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) program. What is Transactional Data Reporting? Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) is a reporting program that requires vendors to submit
Streamlining Federal Acquisition Part 10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) rewrite has officially been released, marking the start of a sweeping transformation in how the federal government approaches procurement. The rewrite aims to modernize acquisition practices, reduce bureaucratic barriers, and align regulations with recent executive orders that emphasize procurement
The General Services Administration (GSA) is undertaking one of the most ambitious modernization efforts in recent federal acquisition history. During a recent webinar, GSA leaders came together to share their vision for transforming the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) into a modern, accessible, and mission-driven tool and provided updates on the
Getting your GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract awarded is a huge milestone — one that takes strategic planning, preparation, and often, months of waiting. But once you’re “on Schedule,” the journey is far from over. In fact, that’s where the real work begins. Many companies make the mistake of
If you’ve been following our recent updates, you may recall a previous post where we highlighted the GSA’s open invitation for public comment on proposed deregulations affecting the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. This rare opportunity to shape the future of federal acquisition is already yielding significant implications, most notably,
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is preparing to issue MAS Solicitation Refresh #26 by the end of April 2025. This update represents one of the most significant shifts in the MAS program in recent years, focusing on streamlining offerings, updating templates and clauses, and refining the scope of products
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