# What is a GSA Schedule? A GSA Schedule, now the single Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term government-wide contract under which GSA pre-negotiates prices with vendors so agencies can buy commercial products and services directly. GSA consolidated its 24 separate schedules into one MAS in 2019, organized by Special Item Numbers (SINs). Awarded ceiling labor rates are published in GSA's CALC+ tool.Checked on 2026-11-12.Official source: [GSA MAS](https://www.gsa.gov/buy-through-us/purchasing-programs/multiple-award-schedule) | Term | GSA Schedule | | --- | --- | | Source | GSA MAS | ## GSA Schedule meaning A GSA Schedule, now the single Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term government-wide contract under which GSA pre-negotiates prices with vendors so agencies can buy commercial products and services directly.GSA consolidated its 24 separate schedules into one MAS in 2019, organized by Special Item Numbers (SINs). Vendors get a schedule contract by submitting an offer to GSA; agencies then order through GSA Advantage, eBuy or direct orders, and can set up blanket purchase agreements under a schedule. Awarded ceiling labor rates are published in GSA's CALC+ tool. ## Questions Is a GSA Schedule a contract or a guarantee of work?It is a contract vehicle with pre-negotiated prices and terms; it does not guarantee orders.Can small businesses get a GSA Schedule?Yes. Any size business can offer, and agencies can set schedule orders aside for small businesses. ## Related - [GSA labor rates](https://samgovapi.io/gsa-labor-rates) - [Glossary](https://samgovapi.io/glossary)Updated 2026-11-12. Sources checked 2026-11-12.Independent. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by GSA, SAM.gov or any U.S. government agency. Registering in SAM.gov is free at sam.gov.

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