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GSA Drops a Game-Changing MAS Refresh: Are You Ready for #30?

The General Services Administration (GSA) has announced a major update to the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program—and it’s more than a routine refresh. On October 17, 2025, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) revealed that Refresh #30 will land sometime in November. Contractors had until October 31 to submit feedback, but the real work begins once the update is released.

Why This Refresh Matters

GSA issues periodic MAS “refreshes” to keep contract terms aligned with evolving rules and policies. But Refresh #30 stands out. It’s designed to sync the MAS Solicitation with the sweeping changes from the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO)—the government’s biggest procurement rewrite in years.

Here’s what GSA plans to do:

  • Update dozens of clauses and provisions with new GSA-issued deviations
  • Highlight new guidance on MAS ordering procedures on GSA.gov
  • Revise the MAS solicitation instructions (SCP-FSS-001)
  • Update the Special Item Number (SIN) for Order-Level Materials (OLMs), impacting 60 subcategories

Contractors will have 90 days to accept the Mass Modification after it’s released.

What We Know So Far

While the full text isn’t out yet, GSA already published a list of 94 clauses and provisions that will change. According to the supporting document, “MAS Refresh 30 Clause and Provision Changes,” the update aims to:

  • Simplify acquisition requirements
  • Remove language not required by statute
  • Use clearer, more straightforward terms

GSA plans to replace 53 clauses, add five new deviation clauses, and delete 36 clauses—a sign of the government’s push toward streamlined, plain-language contracting.

A Continued Shift in Federal Procurement

Refresh #30 fits squarely within the goals of Executive Order 14275, Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement. With GSA leading the RFO effort, contractors can expect continued, rapid modernization of these large commercial contract vehicles.

These shifts aren’t happening through traditional rulemaking. Instead, GSA is using its deviation authority, which allows faster changes. More adjustments may follow. For most contractors, the real impact will depend on what they sell and how the new framework interacts with their business model. In theory, the RFO is designed to create less friction—not more.

What Contractors Should Do Now

With such a broad update on the horizon, early preparation is key. GSA is under pressure to increase commercial buying even while working with leaner staffing, which means contractors should prepare for a more streamlined, results-driven environment.

Here’s how to get ahead:

1. Set up your internal review process

If you don’t already have a workflow for reviewing MAS updates, now is the time to create one. Add a calendar reminder for the 90-day acceptance deadline.

2. Review your contract terms

Identify any parts of your existing contract that could be affected by the upcoming changes.

3. Align your compliance programs

Check whether your compliance systems need updates based on the new FAR/GSAR deviations.

4. Track inconsistencies with SAM.gov

GSA has warned that SAM.gov may lag behind Refresh #30. If the system still reflects outdated clauses, contracting officers will rely on the solicitation—not SAM. Document discrepancies so you have a record.

5. Get help if you need it

If any clauses are unclear or have operational implications, consider bringing in legal or compliance experts to interpret the revisions.

Do you want to understand how the refresh directly affects your contracts? Give us a call.

Get Ready: MAS Refresh 29 and Mass Modification Ahead

GSA has clarified (from an update on 21 August) that rotary aircraft (helicopters) will temporarily fall under MAS SIN 336413. This measure ensures agencies meet ongoing requirements and vendors can compete while GSA develops a long-term acquisition strategy. (GSA Interact August 26, 2025)

The GSA Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) will issue MAS Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 – Refresh #29 in August 2025. Contractors must accept the associated mass modification within 90 days of issuance. (ibid)

Key Changes to the MAS Solicitation

  1. Replace Price Proposal Templates (PPTs) with new FAS Catalog Platform (FCP) Product and Services Plus Files. The PPT for “541930” Translation and interpretation services and 611630 linguistic training and education” will be replaced by the FCP Services Plus File.
  2. Update GSAR clause 552.238-103 ELECTRONIC COMMERCE with clear catalog requirements and references.
  3. Add consolidated GSAR 552.238-120 to replace legacy Economic Price Adjustment clauses 552.216-70 and I-FSS-969.
  4. Remove 19 retired Small Business Set-Aside SINs for the MAS Solicitation and all associated documents.
  5. Revise SCP-FSS-001 Instructions Applicable to All Offerors.
  6. Incorporate GSAR Change 187 updates. (ibid)

Changes to Specific Categories and SINs

  • Furniture & Furnishings (C): Revise SIN 33712 (Daycare, Preschool & Classroom Solutions).
  • IT (F): Revise SIN 518210C (Cloud Services) and SIN 54151HACS (Cybersecurity Services).
  • Miscellaneous (G): Remove Awards (G01) and Personal Hair Care Items (G04).
  • Scientific Management (I): Revise SIN 334515 (Diagnostic & Testing Equipment).
  • Security & Protection (J): Revise SIN 334220 (Surveillance Systems) and SIN 336413 (Aircraft Armoring & Helicopter Equipment). (ibid)

Questions about the MAS Refresh 29? Give us a call.

This Refresh is MASsive

GSA recently announced the upcoming release of MAS Solicitation 47QSMD20R0001 – Refresh #27 via the GSA Interact community. GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service plans to issue the refresh in June 2025, with contractors required to accept the mass modification within 90 days of issuance. (BUY.GSA.GOV June 9, 2025)

Key changes in Refresh #27 include:

General Solicitation Updates:

  • Added sections for revoked Executive Orders and the EO on Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs
  • Revised the “General Out of Scope Items” section
  • Updated instructions in SCP-FSS-001 for all offerors
  • Retired 10 SINs (see Significant Changes document)
  • Expanded the Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) pilot to 62 more SINs and make TDR mandatory for all Product SINs and Cloud SIN 518210C
  • Incorporate updated Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) Wage Determinations
  • Limited requirement for resellers to provide a Letter of Supply to items proposed under IT (Category F) and Printing/Photographic Equipment (A10, Category A)
  • Clarified base/accessory item proposal rules
  • Apply minor updates to the Price Proposal Template for Products
  • Incorporate clause/provision updates through FAC 2025-04 and GSAR Change 199 (excluding Change 187) (ibid)

Category-Specific Revisions:

  • Office Management (A): Updated SIN 511120 and removed Media Products Subcategory (A06)
  • Facilities (B): Revised SINs under Maintenance (B01), revisions to SIN 561210FAC and Supplies (B04): Revisions to SIN 322291 Restroom products
  • Furniture (C): Revised SINs in Packaged Furniture (C07): SIN 33721P and Fitness (C09): SIN 339920S
  • Miscellaneous (G): Revised SINs for Flags, Banners, Pennants and Related Products 33999F, Subcategory (G02):, Apparel Subcategory (G05): SIN 3152, Clothing and SIN 339113PA Protective Apparel, and 4PL Services (G06)
  • Travel (L): Updated SIN 531 under Employee Relocation (L01) (ibid)

⚠️ The Mass Mods Portal will be offline the weekend of June 28th for maintenance. (ibid)

Have questions about the refresh or acceptance instructions? Give us a call.