Stay updated with the significant changes impacting GSA Multiple Award Schedule Contract holders introduced by the GSA Schedule Refresh 10 on March 31, 2022.
The GSA Schedule Refresh 10, issued on March 31, 2022, introduced several significant changes impacting GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Contract holders. This blog post aims to summarize the key updates and explain who will be most affected.
Reflecting Executive Order 14026, FAR 52.222-55 was updated to implement a $15 per hour minimum wage for workers paid by federal contractors. This change is now incorporated into all GSA MAS Contracts, aligning with the federal initiative to increase minimum wage standards for contractors.
Approximately 190 companies offering packaged furniture under specific SINs must now submit a Schedule-level Contractor Teaming Arrangement (CTA) instead of a Letter of Supply (LOS). This change, prompted by an OIG audit, aims to ensure compliance and minimize administrative burdens.
New clarifications were added to specify that remanufactured items are only permissible under certain SINs. The update defines "remanufactured" as "factory rebuilt to original specifications." It also explicitly states that refurbished, reconditioned, or repaired items are not allowed on the GSA MAS Contract.
Approximately 40 companies holding SIN 541513 have been or will be transitioned to SIN 561210SB, renamed Smart Buildings Systems Integration. This change streamlines the offerings in this category.
The OLM SIN description has been revised for clarity. While it's an administrative change, it's essential for nearly all GSA Contractors who hold the OLM SIN to understand the modifications.
Wage determinations under the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) have been updated, impacting contractors offering services under the GSA Schedule.
Acceptance of the mass modification A842 associated with Refresh 10 is mandatory for current GSA Schedule contract holders. The changes reflect GSA's ongoing efforts to ensure compliance with federal regulations, enhance the efficiency of the GSA Schedule, and address specific concerns raised in audits and reviews.
Contractors should review these changes carefully and update their practices accordingly. For more detailed assistance or to navigate these changes, companies can seek advice from GSA consulting services or directly contact GSA. Led by a former GSA Schedule Reviewer, we offer the best GSA Schedule Consulting services.
Pedro has extensive background as a Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist, has worked across seven federal agencies, managing contracts totaling over $1 billion in the professional and tech sectors. His notable tenure includes serving with the DoD/DARPA during the inception of their robotics program. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in initiating the Cyber Special Item Number (SIN) within the GSA's IT Schedule 70 as a Team Lead. After graduating from Harvard, he started Blackfyre to help you win your next contract.
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