GSA 101

I am sure you have heard that the current administration is making pretty big changes inside GSA. It can feel scary and overwhelming - but we aren't going anywhere. We will be here to support you through this and get to the other side. Hop into the episode to get our take and hear our strategy for moving forward.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 podcast@elevategsa.comFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

The Commercial Sales Practices (CSP) document is filled with standard yes/no answers and prewritten clauses, but did you know you could add in some of your own terms?  Lots of your previous business arrangements can be disclosed here to free you from future headaches during an assessment or audit.  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 podcast@elevategsa.comFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastEpisode Notes:Price Reduction Clause: https://www.elevategsa.com/gsablog/2021/1/11/price-reduction-clause

Some parts of updating your address will happen automatically, but some parts will need your handholding to make it happen.  Hop into the episode to figure out how to make sure everyone is up to date on your new address and you never miss a check.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 podcast@elevategsa.comFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastEpisode Notes:eMod: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/

If you've previously held a GSA contract and let it lapse into cancellation, it doesn't mean that you're locked out of the world of federal acquisition.  It doesn't even mean you're locked out of GSA, well, not forever at least.  Hop into the episode to find out how to get back into the game.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 podcast@elevategsa.comLinks:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

GSA is revising the solicitation and updating information about SINs across industrial categories.  Of interest to all, GSA is revising the SCLS Wage Determinations and the Price Proposal Templates again, so if you're in the middle of working up a modification, go get the latest templates in the show notes.  For all other updates, hop into 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 podcast@elevategsa.comFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Interact post for Refresh 23:  https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/edfd6ba8-b199-492a-8c00-2f173d87405a/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_23_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification_-_POST_UPDATED_12_11_2024 Mass Mod Portal:  https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code GSA20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/GSA20Have you ever gotten an email from GSA letting you know you failed to report your sales?  Maybe you're a new contractor trying to get on top of contract compliance requirements?  In any case, hop into the episode to find out more about reporting your sales to GSA!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 podcast@elevategsa.comLinks:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastSales Reporting Portal: https://srp.fas.gsa.gov/

You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code GSA20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/GSA20Congratulations on your new contract!  It's no small feat to navigate the GSA proposal process.  Soon you will be on to responding to solicitations on eBuy and establishing yourself in the federal procurement space, but first things first... Hop into the episode to find out how to register your contract and get started.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 podcast@elevategsa.comLinks:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastVendor Support Center: https://vsc.gsa.gov/vsc/app-registration

Get Magic Mind at 50% off with the Black Friday offer, available only through my link until December 6th: https://www.magicmind.com/gsabfAny business doing work with the federal government needs a SAM.gov registration, but there are some particular elements that GSA vendors need to pay attention to.  If you're an existing GSA vendor or a prospective one, hop into the episode to see if you've answered their questions correctly.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 podcast@elevategsa.comEpisode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastRegister your SAM account here: https://sam.gov/content/entity-registration

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful 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

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links: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”

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.

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0021&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=Y

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm;jsessionid=WlIl9yOWukU_qbg8aFqNNCGFgfL4y4s_jOB_gY-4.massmods74eMod Portal: https://www.eoffer.gsa.gov/

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/content/homeElectronic Subcontracting Reporting System: http://www.esrs.gov

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links: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  

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links: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 

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:MAS Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0020&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=YGSA'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

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:Sales Reporting Portal: https://srp.fas.gsa.gov/

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links: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=govDeliveryGSA 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

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 podcast@elevategsa.comEpisode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links: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

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Links:GSA Interact: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery 

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!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 podcast@elevategsa.com 

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 podcast@elevategsa.com Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful 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_2023Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

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 podcast@elevategsa.com 

Things are moving fast at GSA!  The latest refresh updating the MAS Solicitation is temporarily closing itself to new offers and contract modifications.  Find out more details inside the episode!As always if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.comEpisode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Interact Refresh 14 Update: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/b24008db-46f8-4d10-9e98-839a0709364d/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_14?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDeliveryMass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

GSA has updated the MAS solicitation that underpins all GSA contracts.  The changes are timely and related to Hazardous Materials, COVID-19 Safety Protocols, and new procedures for Cloud Computing.  Hop into the episode to stay up on the latest news from GSA!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Interact Refresh 13 Update: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/195/activity-feed/post/95a39fa3-3b74-4fcb-b4b6-4a34060032ff/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_13_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

GSA has issued updates to the MAS Solicitation for all GSA contract holders.  The updates include the addition of a new IT SIN, changes to Startup Springboard as well ad new variations on the implementation of the COVID-19 Safety Protocols.  Hop into the episode to see how this might effect you and your contract!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Interact Refresh 11 Update: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/undefined/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_11 GSA Interact Refresh 12 Update: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/undefined/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_12_and_Upcoming_Mass_ModificationMass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

GSA has published an update to the MAS Solicitation that affects all contract holders.  They have made changes to the Service Contract Labor Standard (SCLS) Wage Determinations (WD) numbers in addition to SIN specific updates.  Hop into the episode to find out more!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:Full MAS Refresh 10 Update:https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/USGSA/2022/03/07/file_attachments/2096279/Significant%20Changes%20Attachment%20for%20MAS%20Refresh%20%23%2010%20-%20March%202022.pdf    Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

In an effort to keep up with the rapid changes in the global economy, GSA has temporarily altered its rules about when and how Economic Price Adjustments (EPAs) can be performed. Hop in to the episode to find out if these rules effect your contract!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastGSA Interact EPA Moratorium Post:  https://www.elevategsa.com/gsablog/2022/8/22/gsa-epa-moratorium

GSA is adding a new requirement for all MAS contract holders who sell products.  Hop in to the episode to learn about the PO Portal and how to keep your contract in compliance!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:PO Portal - poportal.gsa.gov/PO Portal FAQ and Help - gsaadvantage.gov/images/products/elib/pdf_files/pohp.pdfPO Portal Video Walkthrough - youtu.be/9KXEEe4uWK8For further technical support, contact the VSC help center staff at 877-495-4849 or email vendor.support@gsa.gov.  If you're using EDI, contact edistat@gsa.gov for additional training and questions.Additional Questions? Email advantageorderstatus@gsa.gov.

GSA will issue a mass modification to update the MAS Solicitation to Refresh 9.  Hop into the episode to find out what is changing and whether it affects your contract!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:Advance Notice for Refresh #9 from GSA: https://interact.gsa.gov/document/advanced-notice-mas-refresh-9-and-upcoming-mass-modification?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDelivery Pathways to Success and Readiness Assessment: https://www.gsa.gov/buying-selling/purchasing-programs/gsa-schedule/selling-through-schedule/guide-to-preparing-a-schedule-offerProvision and Clause Updates:https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/08/11/2021-16362/federal-acquisition-regulation-federal-acquisition-circular-2021-07-introduction https://www.acquisition.gov/sites/default/files/archives/loose_leaf/GSAM_Latest_Change_Order_1402017506.pdf 

Mass Refresh 8 to the MAS Consolidated GSA solicitation is currently being rolled out to contractors.  This refresh is in direct response to an Executive Order issued on September 9th, 2021 mandating COVID Safety Protocols for all federal contractors.  If you're curious about what is included and if it applies to you, hop into the episode!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast Details about the COVID safety protocols: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/Executive Order: (Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors)

GSA is replacing DUNS numbers with their own Unique Entity ID starting in April 2022.  Additionally, GSA is issuing MAS Refresh 7 to the MAS solicitation which will change some SIN descriptions and requirements, as well as issue updates to some of the documentation required to execute modifications.  Connect to the episode to find out how to get your new UEI assignment and how the upcoming refresh affects your company.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastMass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/GSA MAS Refresh #7 Details: https://interact.gsa.gov/document/advanced-notice-mas-refresh-7-and-upcoming-mass-modification

Authorized Negotiators are the representatives of your company inside of GSA.  They have special authority and select access to different parts of your contract, so it's important to know who has access and what they can do with it.  Hop into the episode to learn more.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:Authorized Negotiator letter template: https://www.gsa.gov/buying-selling/purchasing-programs/gsa-schedule/selling-through-schedule/roadmap-for-new-schedule-offerors/1-get-ready/available-offerings-and-requirementsFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

As a GSA contract holder, the Commercial Sales Practices (CSP-1) document holds some critical information about the way your GSA contract effects the way you're allowed to do commercial business.  It's essential to understand this short document to make sure you're in compliance.  Hop into the episode to hear our notes about how this document works.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.

Have you ever heard of CALC?  It's a GSA tool for seeing what services your competitors are selling and for how much.  If you've ever wondered where your pricing falls compared to your fellow contract holders, plug into the quick episode and check out CALC!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:GSA CALC tool: https://calc.gsa.gov/For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Did you recently win a GSA MAS Contract for your company?  If so, we did your homework for you!  Get your pen and paper ready and we'll breakdown the first steps to being a successful contractor in the marketplace.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:Registering at Vendor Support Center: https://vsc.gsa.gov/register/Download SIP: https://vsc.gsa.gov/sipuser/sip_download.cfmFAS ID Registration: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/eOffer/register.do?method=loginEbuy: https://www.ebuy.gsa.gov/ebuy/Remitting IFF Payment: https://srp.fas.gsa.gov/Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm;jsessionid=mBQbBCGG2vdqAx_Uy8D21DdvbrqQ_4CKu-STCYbR.mp1eLibrary: https://www.gsaelibrary.gsa.gov/ElibMain/home.doeMod: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/Modification Instructions: https://www.gsa.gov/buying-selling/purchasing-programs/gsa-schedule/selling-through-schedule/schedule-contractors/contract-requirements-and-modification-guidance/modifications-and-mass-modification-guidanceSAM.gov: https://sam.gov/content/home

Hey there federal contractors! Sam.gov is getting an overhaul on May 24, 2021 that will combine the resources of the current sam.gov with the contract information on beta.sam.gov.  Tune in to this quick news alert to find out more and get some resources on navigating the new interface.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastInstructional Video about new SAM.gov: https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp?id=gsafsd_kb_articles&sys_id=0c53d7891bfa20d02fe5ed7ae54bcbf6&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govDeliveryGSA Interact Post about SAM integration: https://interact.gsa.gov/blog/what%E2%80%99s-changing-sam-integration-search-changes

GSA is planning to issue a new Mass Mod in May 2021.  There will be a few changes to the requirements placed on contractors, including some new waivers for contractors supporting the federal COVID19 response.  Hop in and find out if your contract has been effected by these new changes.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast VPP Information: https://interact.gsa.gov/group/gsa-catalog-managementRefresh #6 Information: https://interact.gsa.gov/document/advanced-notice-mas-refresh-6-and-upcoming-mass-modification

GSA divides contractors up into different categories based on their Industry and Special Item Numbers, but did you know they break it down even further with subgroups?  Subgroups are a self certified designation on your eBuy profile that can help Purchasing Officers get a better idea of the work that your company actually does.  Find out more about subgroups and how to get them added to your profile in the episode!As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Or if you’d like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project, reach out to us at info@elevategsa.com.Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcasteBuy: www.ebuy.gsa.govThe following SINs have subgroups: 561210FA, 541690E, 332311P, 532490P, 333241, 336999, 333318F, 335999, 325612, 325998, 325611, 54151HACS, 517312, 54151S, 54151ECOM, 511210, 33411, 339940OS4, 541611, 562112, 541211, 522310, 541330ENG, 562910REM, 541930, 541614, 541620, 561621H, 339113LAB, 334515, 334516, 333997, 332439.

So you've got a GSA schedule, congratulations! Now it's time to generate some sales and find opportunities.  If you're not sure where to start or you're just looking for some fresh tactics, tune in to the episode.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com.  Episode Notes:For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcasteBuy: www.ebuy.gsa.gov

The Best in Class Multiple Award Contract (BIC MAC) is GSA's new contract vehicle for a very wide range of services.  If you have a GSA schedule, you'll want to pay close attention to BIC MAC as it develops.  Tune in for the information that we have so far and find out how you can participate in the process going forward.Episode Notes:For more episodes: https://www.elevategsa.com/podcastBIC MAC first RFI Overview: https://feedback.gsa.gov/CP/File.php?F=F_9TvblFF1d6y63kO

Today we summarize the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) and how it applies to your GSA schedule. If you're a product distributor it is mandatory for your products to be sourced from TAA designated countries or you can find yourself out of compliance. Check out the show for more details.

GSA is expanding their FAS ID login system to encompass eOffer and eBuy on March 8, 2021. Do you know if you have registered for the new system? Check out our quick news alert for more information.Episode Notes:See www.elevategsa.com/podcast for more episodes! https://eoffer.gsa.gov/

Why do people hire a GSA consultants? What can they do to take the work of managing your GSA contract off your plate? We fashion ourselves GSA admin experts and we're happy to share what we know, but sometimes, it's better just to hand off the work. Hop into the episode and see how we can help.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com. Episode Notes:www.elevategsa.comhttps://eoffer.gsa.gov/https://www.gsaelibrary.gsa.gov/ElibMain/home.do

Ever wonder what federal purchasing officers see when they look you up your GSA contract? How often do you update that information and what is required? Hop in and join us to find out.As always, if you have any questions, or requests for a future episode, please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.com. Episode Notes:https://www.gsaelibrary.gsa.gov/https://www.gsaadvantage.gov/

GSA contractors nearing the end of the final option period of their contracts should be looking to apply for a new contract to prevent any lapse in coverage. If you qualify, the streamlined proposal process can make that a much lighter lift. Find out if you're eligible and see if a streamlined proposal is right for your company.Episode Notes:See www.elevategsa.com/podcast for more episodes!