Why MAS Refresh 30 Matters: Interpreting GSA’s RFO-Aligned Clause Overhaul
GSA’s MAS Refresh 30 implements the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul for schedule holders, replacing legacy clauses with RFO-aligned deviations, revising SCP-FSS-001 and I-FSS-644, tightening UAS security prohibitions, and streamlining OLM rules. Federal contractors must rebuild compliance matrices, update proposal templates, and realign supplier controls to remain award-ready under the new regime.
GSA's Hiring Signals Move Toward Centralized Federal Procurement
The General Services Administration (GSA) is actively recruiting contract specialists nationwide, reflecting a shift toward centralized federal procurement. This initiative follows a presidential directive aimed at cutting waste, improving efficiency, and maximizing purchasing power across federal agencies.
Executive Order Shifts Federal Procurement to GSA: Implications for Contractors
President Trump's 2025 executive order consolidates federal procurement under GSA, aiming to reduce waste and enhance efficiency. Federal contractors face strategic shifts, increased competition, and altered procurement processes. Understanding implications and engaging proactively with GSA will be critical for businesses to succeed under this new centralized procurement framework.
Executive Order to Centralize Federal Procurement Under GSA: A Return to Past Practices
President Trump plans an executive order making GSA the central procurement authority for common federal purchases, reverting practices to pre-1990s reforms. Jason Miller details impacts on IT contracts, agency procurement, and anticipated implementation challenges for federal agencies and contractors.
The Power of Teaming Up for MAS Contracts: Enhancing Competitiveness through Contractor Team Arrangements (CTAs)
The benefits of Contractor Team Arrangements (CTAs) for Multiple Award Schedule contractors. Learn how teaming up can expand market reach, share risks, and deliver comprehensive solutions, especially for small businesses.