GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)
Also known as GSA Schedule
Cross-agency federal sales through pre-negotiated prices and terms. The most-used federal contract vehicle.
Ceiling
Uncapped — federal-wide buying authority
On-Ramp
Open continuous solicitation — apply any time.
Task Order Range
Typical task orders $25K-$5M; some larger BPAs run higher.
Scope
All products and services across 12 large category Special Item Numbers (SINs) covering IT, professional services, security, facilities, transportation, scientific, and more.
Why This Vehicle Matters
GSA Schedule is the entry vehicle for cross-agency federal sales. Roughly 12,000 contract holders generated $40B+ in federal sales in FY2024. Every federal agency can buy from MAS without running its own solicitation.
How to Win
Apply via GSA eOffer once your business is SAM.gov-registered and has commercial pricing established. Past performance, financial responsibility, and competitive pricing are the key evaluation areas. Plan for 6-12 months from offer submission to award.
Small Business Tracks
Alternative Vehicles
- Stand-alone GWACs (Alliant 2, OASIS+, Polaris)
- Agency-specific IDIQs (T4NG, ENCORE III, EAGLE)
- Direct contract pursuit on individual opportunities
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