What is the significance of OMB Memorandum M-25-31 for government contractors?

OMB Memo M-25-31 directs federal agencies to primarily use government-wide vehicles like the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) for common goods and services. Once integrated into the FAR, agencies will require a waiver for open-market purchases, making MAS the dominant procurement method.

Why is it urgent for contractors to secure a GSA Schedule now?

The memo sets a limited timeframe for the FAR Council to mandate MAS use, with new rules expected to take effect soon. Delaying a Schedule submission risks missing out on FY 2025 funds, as agencies will prioritize MAS for easier and faster obligation.

How can I tell if my offerings are "consolidation-ready" for the GSA Schedule under the new guidelines?

Your products or services are consolidation-ready if they don't vary significantly by mission, are highly commercial with minimal customization, are easy to standardize, and offer economies of scale. Examples include cybersecurity software, COTS hardware, and standardized labor categories.

What assistance does FedBiz Access provide for obtaining a GSA Schedule?

FedBiz Access offers GSA Schedule services, including rapid eligibility screening and SIN strategy, to help businesses navigate the application process. Currently, they are providing a 20% discount on these services to help businesses respond to the new mandate.

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What is the new OMB policy mandate for government purchasing?

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.

Promotion: Save 20 % on GSA Schedule Support

To help businesses move at the speed of the new mandate, FedBiz Access is offering an across‑the‑board 20% discount on our GSA Schedule services:

Pre‑Qualification & Strategy – Rapid eligibility screening and SIN mapping
Proposal Drafting & Submission – We pen the package, align pricing, and shepherd it to approval

Coupon Code: GSA20

How can I get started with GSA Schedule support today?

Fill Out the 3‑Minute Qualification Form – Know where you stand this week.
Call (888) 299-4988 – Speak with a FedBiz Specialist to see if you qualify (mention GSA20).
Ready to Roll? BUY NOW and we’ll start your proposal—use code: GSA20 at Checkout

Offer Expires Friday, September 12th.

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.

What is the final urgency regarding GSA Schedule submission?

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.

Questions? Need a fast eligibility check? Call a FedBiz Specialist today at (888) 299-4988

FedBiz Access has been the leading government business‑development firm for small and medium‑sized businesses for more than 24 years—guiding contractors from registration to award and beyond.

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