OMB Memo Turns the Spotlight on GSA Schedules—Here’s How to Seize the Moment (and Save 20%)
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A Policy Earthquake You Can’t Ignore
The Office of Management and Budget recently dropped Memorandum M‑25‑31, directing agencies to buy “common goods and services” through existing government‑wide vehicles—chiefly the General Services Administration’s Multiple Award Schedule (MAS). The memo lays out a limited time runway for the Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council to hard‑wire that mandate into the FAR, after which contracting officers must justify any open‑market purchase.
For contractors, that means the MAS isn’t just a good vehicle—it’s about to become the vehicle.
Why MAS Will Dominate Purchasing
- Mandatory Use. Agencies will need a waiver to buy outside MAS once the FAR changes take effect.
- Faster Awards. Task orders against an existing Schedule skip the long source‑selection dance.
- Built‑In Compliance. Pre‑negotiated pricing and TAA compliance give buying offices one less hurdle.
- Broader Spend. Ten spending categories (IT, professional services, medical, more) totaling $488.9 billion are prime consolidation targets.
What Makes an Offer “Consolidation‑Ready”
OMB instructs agencies to prioritize requirements that:
- don’t vary by mission
- involve highly commercial items with little to no customization
- are easy to standardize
- deliver economies of scale
If your products or services check those boxes—think cybersecurity software, COTS hardware, facilities supplies, or standardized labor categories—expect demand to migrate rapidly to MAS task orders.
Timetable: The 60‑Day Countdown
- Now–Mid September: FAR Council drafts deviation text requiring MAS first.
- 30 Days After Issuance: Agencies must publish internal deviations mirroring the new rule.
- Q4 Sprint: Buyers race to obligate funds via the easiest channel—MAS.
Delay your Schedule submission, and you risk watching FY 2025 dollars flow to competitors who got there first.

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Why Contractors Trust FedBiz Access
- 24 Years of GSA/FSS Schedule Expertise—Thousands of successful awards.
- Expedited Process – Average submission package drafted in 10 business days.
- End‑to‑End Support – Registration, certifications, market intel, and targeted outreach all under one roof.
We’ve helped businesses turn MAS access into real revenue streams. Our clients stay compliant, competitive, and visible long after the award.
Final Word: Don’t Let the Door Close
OMB’s memo doesn’t merely encourage MAS use; it will soon compel it. Contractors that secure a GSA Schedule before the FAR change will be first in line for the imminent wave of consolidated task orders. Those who wait may face longer review queues—and fewer open‑market chances.
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