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MAS Refreshes 11 and 12 Sep 20, 2022

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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:

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Helpful 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_Modification

Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm

MAS Refresh 10 Sep 19, 2022

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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:

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Helpful 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

EPA Moratorium Sep 18, 2022

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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/podcast

GSA Interact EPA Moratorium Post: https://www.elevategsa.com/gsablog/2022/8/22/gsa-epa-moratorium

GSA Advantage Order Status - PO Portal Dec 15, 2021

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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:

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Helpful Links:

PO Portal - poportal.gsa.gov/

PO Portal FAQ and Help - gsaadvantage.gov/images/products/elib/pdf_files/pohp.pdf

PO Portal Video Walkthrough - youtu.be/9KXEEe4uWK8

For 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.

MAS Refresh 9 Dec 09, 2021

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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/podcast

Helpful 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-offer

Provision 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 - COVID-19 Safety Protocols Oct 13, 2021

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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:

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Details about the COVID safety protocols: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/

Executive Order: (Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors)

Unique Entity ID (UEI) Number and MAS Refresh 7 Sep 01, 2021

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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/podcast

Mass 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 Jul 21, 2021

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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-requirements

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

24 - Commercial Sales Practices (CSP-1) Jun 30, 2021

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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.

GSA CALC Tool Jun 16, 2021

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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

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