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If you are currently in the process of pulling together a GSA proposal, you will see that eOffer prompts you to describe your company’s federal marketing plan inside the Corporate Experience section. This may feel daunting at first, but GSA wants to see that you have a plan in place and are thinking about how you intend to secure sales once you are an established GSA vendor. Hop into the episode to hear potential strategies:
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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GSA is revising the solicitation and updating information about new proposals, and the expansion of the TDR program alongside significant SIN revisions. Hop into the episode to find out if this impacts you!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:
https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/20839412-dbd8-41a3-af1e-edae8445398b/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_22_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery
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As you make your way through preparing your GSA proposal, you will see that GSA requires several different documents under the Past Performance category- such as CPARS, or the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System. If you do not have 3 CPARS available, then you will need to fulfill this requirement by providing past performance references, and questionnaires. Hop into the episode to find out more!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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Questionnaires: https://www.gsa.gov/buy-through-us/purchasing-programs/multiple-award-schedule/help-with-mas-contracts-to-sell-to-government/roadmap-to-get-a-mas-contract/required-templates-for-a-mas-offer Click on “Past performance Questionnaire”
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Joint Ventures are eligible to submit for a GSA contract, however there are some additional requirements to fulfill in your proposal, as well as some work arounds for vendors without the years of experience necessary to apply for a contract. Hop into the episode to find out how to find the right tactic for your company.
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When pursuing a new MAS proposal, GSA requests some preliminary financial information about your company. Usually, these end of year reports satisfy GSA's internal requirements, but occasionally they don't. Instead, GSA will take you through a Financial Responsibility Assessment that will require quick turnaround and agile participants to make it through. Learn the framework of this stressful (but survivable) process inside the episode!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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All GSA MAS contract holders have to hit minimum sales requirements to maintain their contract. Many contract holders find this out the hard way at contract renewal time when GSA decides not to offer the next option. Find out what your requirements are and how to stay ahead of the curve inside the episode!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:GSA Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0021&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=Y
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GSA utilizes a general set of rules (the solicitation) that underpin all GSA contracts. These rules are periodically updated and have to be sent out to every GSA contract holder to approve. Hop into the episode to learn how accepting your mass mods is essential for all GSA contract holders.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm;jsessionid=WlIl9yOWukU_qbg8aFqNNCGFgfL4y4s_jOB_gY-4.massmods74
eMod Portal: https://www.eoffer.gsa.gov/
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Depending on your industry, there are wildly different limits on what makes a company a small business or an "other than small business". Hop into the episode to find out how to make sure you're landing where you should.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/content/home
Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System: http://www.esrs.gov
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One of the final steps before you're awarded your new shiny GSA MAS contract is completing the FPR. Sometimes it comes prepopulated by your generous CO, other times they leave it for you to fill out. Hop into the episode to get a heads up before the deadline arrives.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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Companies pursuing a GSA contract need to have a minimum of two years of corporate experience before they apply... unless you utilize the Springboard program. Hop in to the episode to learn more about how your new company can work around this barrier to entry.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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If you would like to see this program outlined by GSA, that is available here: https://www.gsa.gov/buy-through-us/purchasing-programs/multiple-award-schedule/help-with-mas-contracts-to-sell-to-government/roadmap-to-get-a-mas-contract/startup-springboard
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GSA FASt Lane allows eligible IT contractors to get new contracts and perform contract modifications in a fraction of the time it usually takes (weeks instead of months). Hop into the episode to see if this is a program you could utilize to make your company more agile.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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GSA’s Fast Lane Program outlined: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/multiple-award-schedule-it/fast-lane-making-it-easier
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The FAS Catalog Platform is set to replace SIP for all GSA contract holders. Information for GSA Advantage will now be uploaded in a webportal that integrates with eOffer/eMod. However, to get started, all GSA contract holders will need to perform the Baseline Modification. Hop into the episode to hear more.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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GSA recently updated their minimum contract sales requirements to allow for a longer easing in period for new contract holders. Hop into the episode to learn how the new requirements might make your life a little easier.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:
MAS Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0020&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=Y
GSA’s link to sales criteria: https://www.gsa.gov/buy-through-us/purchasing-programs/multiple-award-schedule/help-with-mas-contracts-to-sell-to-government/requirements-after-getting-a-mas-contract
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If you're at the end of your contract life span, you'll have to close out your sales in the Sales Reporting Portal (SRP). As a one time process, it can seem intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Hop into the episode to get a better understanding of what you need to do.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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Sales Reporting Portal: https://srp.fas.gsa.gov/
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Lots of SINs descriptions have been updated, including some of the major IT SINs like HACS and Cloud. Hop into the episode to catch up on the essential details and see how it will effect your GSA ambitions.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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GSA Interact Refresh 20: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/c67499eb-ba3d-4382-980f-73f4808386b2/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_20_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery
GSA Interact Refresh 21: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/ddc2720c-c9cb-4a76-9a44-98a056428ebf/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_21_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDeliveryMass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm
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GSA is keeping contractors on their toes with two back-to-back refreshes to the solicitation. Hop into the episode to see why you may or may not have been skipped over for Refresh 18.
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
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GSA Interact Refresh 18: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/2793d5a9-e6f8-422f-addd-a8e2c8555df7/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_18_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification_-_Updated_12_07_23_AND_11_29_23
GSA Interact Refresh 19: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/b3b323ab-b99a-4827-a50a-e679a4a872cb/Administrative_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_19_and_Upcoming_Mass_ModificationMass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm
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GSA has created a new pool for 8(a) program participants who also hold MAS contracts. These contractors will be highlighted and given special preference with federal opportunities. Find out how to get in on the ground floor in the episode!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]Links:
GSA Interact: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery
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There is a new subgroup being added to SIN 541611 for Program Evaluation Services. They have created a technical board to review all applicants to the new category, find out the details in the episode!
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The latest revisions for Joint Venture contract holders and the introduction of a new pool to highlight SBA 8(a) MAS contractors. Find out more details inside the episode!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]
Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:
GSA Interact Refresh 17: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/a2963581-a873-4c91-9be4-776af18fc159/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_17_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification_-_Updated_6_30_2023
Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm
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We’ve had some significant SIN updates as well as updates to the PPT and the SCLS Wage Determinations. Find out more details inside the episode!
As always if you have any questions, or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] - Se mer
