Key Changes in GSA MAS Refresh 25: What Contractors Need to Know
The General Services Administration (GSA) rolled out MAS Refresh 25 on March 25, 2025, bringing several significant updates to the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. This refresh introduces policy changes, updates solicitation clauses, and removes certain sustainability and diversity-related requirements. Here’s a breakdown of the most impactful changes that could affect contractors.
Policy & Executive Order Updates
Gender Ideology Restrictions: Federal funds cannot be used for gender-related programs (E.O. 14168).
Sustainability Rollbacks: Removal of clean energy and environmental preferences (E.O. 14148).
Paper Straw Ban: Agencies can no longer procure paper straws (E.O. 14208).
Clause & Solicitation Changes
Several contract clauses have been revised, added, or removed to reflect these policy shifts:
New Clauses Added: Updated FAR provisions for offeror certifications and apprenticeships.
Key Clauses Removed: Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Greenhouse Gas Reporting, and certain environmental mandates.
GSA notes that some outdated provisions may still appear in the System for Award Management (SAM) but will not be enforced.
Category-Specific Updates
Facilities & Industrial Products: Removed sustainability references for roofing, plumbing, pest control, and grounds maintenance.
Human Capital Services: Eliminates Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) requirements.
Environmental & IT Services: No longer mandate green initiatives like Energy Star and EPEAT.
Transportation & Logistics: Removes SmartWay program and sustainability preferences for vehicles and trailers.
Additional information and the full MAS solicitation can be found here.
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