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Advance Notice: MAS Refresh 31 and Upcoming Mass Modification

GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) plans to release Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 – Refresh 31 in February 2026. This refresh introduces several important updates that will affect MAS contractors. (BUY.GSA.GOV 1/12/26)

After GSA issues Refresh 31, contractors must accept the related Mass Modification within 90 days. (ibid)

What’s Changing Overall

GSA will update the General Information section across MAS solicitations to:

  • Add new requirements for Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems and services, aligning with federal executive orders and OMB guidance.
  • Update proposal instructions that apply to all offerors.
  • Expand Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) to all remaining service SINs and make TDR mandatory for all MAS SINs.
  • Limit the Startup Springboard Program to vendors that qualify for FASt Lane.
  • Clarify that foreign replica weapons and inert ordnance are excluded from the MAS Program.
  • Update clauses and provisions to align with:
    • TDR requirements
    • Request for Offer (RFO) changes
    • Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06
  • Update subcontracting templates to reflect recent FAR changes. (ibid)

Important Change to Open Market Items

GSA has changed how contractors include open market items under MAS.

  • The previous flexible approach no longer applies.
  • Contractors must now use the Order-Level Materials (OLM) SIN and follow specific OLM rules.

GSA strongly recommends accepting the Mass Modification to add the OLM SIN if you do not already have it.

  • New MAS awardees will continue to receive a Mass Mod to add OLM.
  • Current contractors without the OLM SIN will receive a one-time Mass Modification to add it. (ibid)

Changes by Category

GSA will also revise instructions, templates, and descriptions for specific Large Categories, Subcategories, and SINs, including:

Office Management

  • Updates to office supplies and 3D printing SINs.

Human Capital

  • New and revised SINs covering human resources, talent acquisition, performance management, and retirement services.

Miscellaneous

  • Removal of subcategory limits for OLM instructions.

Professional Services

  • Updates to auditing, training, and workforce development SINs.

Transportation & Logistics

  • Revisions affecting vehicle services, package delivery, courier services, and equipment rentals.

Travel

  • Updates to employee relocation, lodging, and travel agency service SINs.(ibid)

Where to Learn More

For background on these changes and related resources, visit the RFO page on Acquisition.gov.

The MAS Refresh 31 and Upcoming Mass Modification includes many changes, need assistance or have a question, give us a call.

Is your SIN TDR Eligible? A deadline looms

Under the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 Refresh 27, Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) is mandatory for all contract holders with TDR-eligible SINs. See the full list of TDR SINs on GSA’s Transactional Data Reporting requirements page. (GSA July 9, 2025)

Contractor Action Required:

  1. Accept Mass Modification A903.
  2. Submit a “Participate in TDR” modification via eMod.

Submit only a cover letter signed by an authorized negotiator with your modification. On the effective date of the TDR modification, your entire contract will be subject to TDR. Submit your modification no later than September 15, 2025. (ibid)

Questions concerning the deadline or submittal of your modification? Give us a call.

GSA Overhauls MAS Program, New SINs in Old SINs out

As part of its Multiple Awards Schedule (MAS) refresh taking effect this month, the General Services Administration (GSA) introduces more defined subcategories under information technology contracting. (MeriTalk April 1,2025)

A new GSA document reveals that starting in April, Special Item Numbers (SINs) under IT contracting will become more specific with the addition of artificial intelligence, cloud, and cybersecurity-related subcategories. These SINs help Federal agencies identify and acquire products and services from pre-approved vendors. (ibid)

One new subgroup, “Incident Handling and Event Management,” falls under the “Highly Adaptive Cybersecurity Services” subcategory.(ibid)

GSA also expands cloud-related services by introducing the “Cloud Services Subcategory,” which includes all IT professional services that support the Government’s adoption of, migration to, or governance and management of cloud computing.(ibid)

Cloud-related vendors now provide services such as legacy system migrations, development operations, cloud-native application development, cloud solution management and governance, and cloud solution assessments.(ibid)

As part of the IT contracting expansion, GSA retires 31 SINs to support its MAS program overhaul, which it announced on March 24.(ibid)

“The retirement of these SINs supports the FAS initiative to optimize the Multiple Award Schedule Program by removing items with insufficient market demand or high administrative costs that outweigh procurement benefits, making them unsuitable for the MAS program,” GSA stated. “Furthermore, many of these items remain available through other procurement channels.”(ibid)

GSA plans to retire 11 SINs in the professional services category, seven in the office management category, and one in the Scientific Management and Solutions category.(ibid)

In addition to the MAS overhaul, President Donald Trump signed an executive order earlier this month to consolidate Federal contracting under GSA, including IT contracts.(ibid)

SIN questions? Give us a call.

Does your MAS software contract comply?

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) requires federal agencies to use only software that meets government-specified secure development practices. To comply, agencies require software producers to complete a form attesting that their software follows National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) guidelines. These self-attestation forms may be publicly posted by software producers, or, if not, uploaded to a Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) repository accessible by agencies. (buy.gsa.gov August 27, 2024)

Ordering activities should review publicly posted attestation forms, those already in the CISA repository, or add new forms to the repository. If a software producer cannot attest to all required practices, the ordering activity must require them to submit a Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) and review it before using the software. (ibid)

What Does This Mean For You?

  • MAS contractors without software on their MAS contract need not take any action.
  • MAS contractors with awarded software:
    • If the software producer has already posted or provided a form to the CISA repository, they don’t need to submit it again for the same software version.
    • If not, the software producer or MAS contractor must upload a completed form to the CISA repository. If the producer cannot attest to all practices, the ordering activity will require a POA&M for any deficiencies. (ibid)

Have questions or need forms? Give us a call.

Empowering Entrepreneurs: Unveiling the Force Behind Women’s History Month 2024

In March, we honor women’s achievements, resilience, and innovation during Women’s History Month. Women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) play a crucial role, in driving economic growth and diversity. GSA proudly empowers women business leaders, exceeding WOSB goals for the past 16 years. With over 12 million WOSBs in the US, they’re a potent force, creating jobs and shaping our economy. (GSABLOG Office of Small Business Utilization March 19, 2024)

The Associate Administrator for GSA’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), is committed to supporting women entrepreneurs. GSA ensures WOSBs have access to government contracting opportunities. The Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program is a premier vehicle for government sales, empowering small businesses to thrive. With just a small investment in time, WOSBs can position themselves for success. (ibid)

Federal government agencies favor buying from MAS Schedule contract holders because they are procuring approved products and services. In addition, GSA has performed the groundwork and negotiated the best price. (ibid)

For WOSBs ready to secure GSA schedules contracts, here’s how to start:

  1. Register on SAM.gov. The primary database for contractors doing business with the federal government. For more in-depth information see the SAM.gov factsheet. (ibid)
  2. Connect with your local OSDBU small business specialist. These specialists are a great resource for training, education to assist you to successfully navigate the federal marketplace. (ibid)
  3. Utilize the Forecast of Contracting Opportunities Tool. this tool can assist you in locating contracting opportunities and building business plans. (The GSA Forecast Tool Factsheet explains how to use the tool and its features.) (ibid)
  4. Benefit from GSA OSDBU support and training opportunities. GSA.gov has an Events and Training page, in addition to videos and information on doing business with GSA. (ibid)

GSA is proud of its track record, having awarded over $651 million in prime contracts and $3.7 billion in subcontracts to WOSBs in FY23. In FY24, they’ve already awarded over $187 million. Women’s History Month 2024 is a tribute to the boundless potential of today’s women-owned small businesses, driving innovation and inspiring future generations. GSA continues to support them as a vital force for economic growth and progress in our nation. (ibid)

Want to know more about how your WOSB can get a GSA Schedule? Give us a call.