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GSA 101

GSA 101

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Feeling like you don’t have the time to keep up with all the changes going on inside GSA? We’ve got you covered. Each episode will cover the latest GSA news so you can stay up to date and listen whenever works for you. Whether that’s while showering, driving to work, or searching for your kids toothbrush (check under the couch), each episode will get you up to speed and feeling downright savvy.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best GSA 101 episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to GSA 101 for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite GSA 101 episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

GSA 101 - Financials Requirement
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08/21/24 • 2 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful Links:

GSA Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0021&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=Y

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GSA 101 - What is a Mass Mod?
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08/14/24 • 1 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful Links:

Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm;jsessionid=WlIl9yOWukU_qbg8aFqNNCGFgfL4y4s_jOB_gY-4.massmods74

eMod Portal: https://www.eoffer.gsa.gov/

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GSA 101 - Business Size Determination
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08/07/24 • 2 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast
Helpful Links:

SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/content/home

Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System: http://www.esrs.gov

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GSA 101 - GSA Springboard
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07/24/24 • 2 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful 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

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GSA 101 - Updated Sales Criteria
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07/03/24 • 1 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful Links:

MAS Solicitation: https://eoffer.gsa.gov/util/publishedsolicitationutil?solicitationNumber=47QSMD20R0001&refreshAmendNumber=0020&scheduleNumber=MAS&solicitationType=SCHEDULES&isMas=Y

GSA’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

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GSA 101 - Close Out Sales
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06/26/24 • 1 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful Links:

Sales Reporting Portal: https://srp.fas.gsa.gov/

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GSA 101 - MAS Refresh 20 & 21
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06/20/24 • 4 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Helpful 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=govDelivery
GSA 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=govDelivery

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

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GSA 101 - Register a New GSA Contract
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12/06/24 • 2 min

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/GSA20
Congratulations 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 [email protected]
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For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

Vendor Support Center: https://vsc.gsa.gov/vsc/app-registration

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GSA 101 - Federal Marketing Plan
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09/25/24 • 1 min

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 [email protected]
Episode Notes:

For more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcast

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GSA 101 - New 8(a) MAS Contractor Pool
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09/27/23 • 2 min

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 [email protected]

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

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How many episodes does GSA 101 have?

GSA 101 currently has 62 episodes available.

What topics does GSA 101 cover?

The podcast is about Consulting, Management, Help, Compliance, Podcasts, Business and Government.

What is the average episode length on GSA 101?

The average episode length on GSA 101 is 4 minutes.

How often are episodes of GSA 101 released?

Episodes of GSA 101 are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of GSA 101?

The first episode of GSA 101 was released on Oct 30, 2020.

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