GSA Multiple Award Schedule
GSA MAS is the broadest government-wide vehicle in existence, consolidating what used to be dozens of separate schedules into a single contract with many Special Item Numbers. For most commercial firms, MAS is the default first vehicle.
- Managed by
- General Services Administration
- Ceiling
- No practical ceiling
- Scope
- Commercial products and services across 12 large categories
- Period of performance
- 5-year base, three 5-year options
Key takeaways
- Vehicle access is a market position, not a contract — task orders are where revenue happens.
- Read the ordering guide before bidding a task order; format and evaluation rules differ from open-market RFPs.
- Fair-opportunity task orders move fast, often with 10 to 15 day response windows.
- Track on-ramp windows well in advance; they open rarely and close quickly.
How work is ordered
Agencies buy from MAS holders through GSA Advantage for products and GSA eBuy for services and quoted work. Ordering officers can issue purchase orders directly, set up BPAs, or run limited competitions among Schedule holders under FAR 8.405.
Getting on the vehicle
MAS accepts offers continuously, so there is no on-ramp window to wait for. You submit through eOffer with commercial sales practice data, pricing, past performance, and technical narratives per SIN. Award commonly takes six to twelve months.
Winning task orders
Monitor eBuy daily for your SINs, respond with tailored quotes rather than boilerplate, and pursue BPAs — a single BPA can generate more revenue than dozens of one-off orders. Keep your catalog and pricing current so buyers can find and validate you without contacting you first.
FAQ
Is MAS open for new offers?
Yes. Unlike most GWACs, MAS accepts offers on a continuous basis.
What is GSA eBuy?
GSA's RFQ portal where agencies solicit quotes from Schedule holders in specific SINs.
Do I need past performance?
Yes, GSA expects relevant commercial or government past performance for the offerings you propose.
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