MAS Refresh 2025 Update
The General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is gearing up for the January 2025 release of the much-anticipated MAS Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 - Refresh #24. This latest update to the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program promises important changes to both the overall solicitation and specific Large Categories, Subcategories, and Special Item Numbers (SINs). Here’s what contractors need to know:
Key Updates to the MAS Solicitation
Changes to the Overall MAS Solicitation:
Revised Instructions for Offerors: Updates to SCP-FSS-001 ensure that all offerors have clear, concise guidelines.
Price Proposal Template (PPT) Adjustments: Minor revisions will streamline the offer and modification process for Products Price Proposal Templates.
Small Business Set-Aside (SBSA) SIN Transition:
Overlapping SBSA SINs will transition to non-SBSA equivalent SINs.
Unique SBSA SINs will no longer carry the SBSA designation.
Federal agencies are encouraged to utilize order-level set-asides.
Clause and Provision Updates: Incorporating updates from Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-02 and GSAR Change 194 (excluding Change 187).
Changes to Specific Categories and SINs:
Facilities (Category B): Revisions to SIN 561210FAC under the Facilities Maintenance and Repair Subcategory.
Professional Services (Category H): Updates to SIN 541990, covering All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (Non-IT).
General Information: Enhanced language added to this section for all Large Categories.
Rescheduled Webinar on MAS Refresh 24
To provide an in-depth overview of these changes, GSA FAS is hosting a public webinar:
Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Format: Listen-only, with live chat for questions
Attendees will gain valuable insights into the upcoming refresh and mass modification process.
Why the Change in Date?
Originally scheduled for January 9, 2025, the webinar was rescheduled to January 8, 2025, due to a National Day of Mourning for the late President James Earl Carter, Jr. The federal government will honor his legacy with agency closures on January 9.
Looking Ahead
The MAS Refresh 24 initiative underscores GSA’s commitment to refining the federal procurement process and ensuring clarity for all stakeholders. Contractors are encouraged to attend the webinar, ask questions, and explore the resources available through the Vendor Support Center (VSC).
Stay Connected
For more details, visit the Vendor Support Center (VSC), where you can find SF30 attachments for all MAS solicitation refreshes and other helpful information. Contractors can also leave comments or feedback on the GSA Interact post to ensure their voices are heard.
As GSA continues to refine and innovate, MAS Refresh 24 stands as a testament to its dedication to simplifying processes and creating opportunities for all stakeholders. Don’t miss your chance to stay informed and ahead of the curve.
