Federal Register #GSAR Case 2026-G501

GSA Proposed Rule to Streamline Federal Supply Schedule Ordering Procedures

This opportunity involves a proposed regulatory change by the General Services Administration (GSA) to streamline Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) ordering procedures. - Government Buyer: - General Services Administration (GSA) - Scope of Change: - Moves FSS ordering procedures from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to GSAR part 538 - Consolidates and simplifies procurement language - Retains statutory requirements and harmonizes with ongoing FAR revisions - Impact: - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are mentioned - Aims to increase competition, improve customer satisfaction, and reduce administrative costs - Encourages businesses to seek FSS contracts - Notable Requirements: - Regulatory change only; no goods or services are being solicited - Comments are invited from interested parties

Description

The General Services Administration (GSA) is proposing to amend the GSAR to move Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) ordering procedures from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to GSAR part 538. This proposed rule aims to streamline government procurement processes by consolidating FSS ordering procedures within GSAR, enhancing acquisition speed and empowering acquisition professionals. The rule retains statutory requirements, simplifies language, harmonizes with FAR revisions, and improves readability and organization. Interested parties are invited to submit comments by October 22, 2026.

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