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    Update from FSSI MRO Team Regarding Removal of Awardees
    GSA has made it a top priority to work closely with both our industry and federal partners throughout the MRO Purchasing Channel solicitation. GSA is confident that the MRO protest filed with GAO will be resolved or denied in a timely fashion, and that the Agency will be able to proceed with these solicitations in accordance with the Agency's projected deadline.  Pending the outcome of the protest, GSA has removed reference to the awardees and will provide the listing once there is a resolution.
     
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    ansley
    Have MRO-awarded contracts been placed on GSA Advantage?
    Posted 06/27/2014 2:58 PM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    Barring any unforseen reasons, the new pricing should be up and available on GSA Advantage by early- to mid-August. Stay tuned here for an announcement about the solution coming very soon!
    Posted 06/27/2014 4:01 PM
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    Share Your Thoughts: Delivery Terms for MRO
    Hello everyone, Thank you for sending feedback on the Draft RFQ.  The MRO Team is reviewing your responses and will address your questions through Interact shortly. 
     
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    Questions and Answers from Draft RFQ for MRO
    Hello everyone, Thank you for the feedback on the MRO DRAFT RFQ.  We appreciate the time you spent reviewing and providing comments on the draft.  We have compiled all of the questions and responses, both of which can be viewed in the attached document.  We also plan to explore many of the comments further.  Over the next few weeks, we will post additional questions for further feedback.  Keep checking here for new posts regarding updates and more!
     
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    Comments (14)
    aubreyw
    FSSI MRO Team, Thank you for the opportunity to ask questions through Interact.  We understand that since the Pre-solicitation Industry Day, the proposed number of MRO BPA's has increased from 15 to 23 (7 for large business and 16 for Small...Read More
    Posted 06/28/2013 10:04 AM
    Scottie Stiles
    I recently heard that the number of contracts to be awarded has been increased. Is this true?
    Posted 07/01/2013 11:51 AM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    An update will be posted on Interact soon.
    Posted 07/11/2013 10:03 AM
    marvin04
    As small contractors, many of us are confused about who qualifies for the BPA'S. We couldn't find a clear explanations pertaining to this matter. Also, if a contractor doesn't have any items in the market basket does it mean they are not...Read More
    Posted 08/06/2013 4:31 PM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    Proposed BPAs for MRO include both unrestricted and restricted set-asides. For example, if a total number of BPAs to be awarded is 6 and 5 of those are set-aside for small businesses, only 1 large business concern will be eligible for an award in that...Read More
    Posted 08/15/2013 5:37 PM
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    Update on the MRO RFQ Release
    Industry Partners, Many of you have been asking questions as to when the RFQ will be released for the MRO FSSI.  We are in the final stages of receiving approval from the Strategic Sourcing Leadership Council (SSLC) and working to gather agency commitment letters.  Once this is complete we anticipate releasing the RFQ by late July or early August. Thank you for your participation in this process by providing all of your valuable questions and comments which have assisted in the development of the RFQ. 
     
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    Pre-Solicitation Meeting Transcripts Now Available!
    Hello Everyone,
     
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    Updates Made to MRO Draft RFQ
    Hello everyone, The MRO Team has made several improvements to the draft RFQ that will be released, in final form, late July / early August.  The team will not release another draft RFQ or market basket prior to that date. Improvements are as follows: MRO Categories have been reduced from four* to three:     Hardware     Tools and Tool Cabinets     Paints and Finishes
     
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    aubreyw
    MRO Team,Thank you for the update concerning the Market Basket categories and number of awards for MRO.  In addition to the four market basket categories described above, there was also an "Electrical and Power" pool in the draft RFQ....Read More
    Posted 07/16/2013 2:17 PM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    The Electrical and Power category has been combined with Category #1 Hardware.
    Posted 07/31/2013 2:47 PM
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    Attention Industry: Revised Market Basket for Your Review
    Hello, The FSSI MRO Team is gearing up to release the final RFQ. In advance of the public release, we ask that you review and comment on the revised market basket.  Please carefully review the item descriptions - we want to know if they make sense or if you feel improvement is needed.  Are the descriptions clear? Should more information be provided, etc.? When suggesting improvements, be specific so we can make any necessary revisions. And be sure to include the item Reference ID so we know exactly to which item you are referring. 
     
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    Comments (5)
    dkstorey
    I'm a little confused.  An earlier blog on 7/11 stated that a revised DRAFT RFQ would be released late July/early August.  This blog states that a "final RFQ" will be released soon.  Will there be another Draft RFQ released?...Read More
    Posted 07/30/2013 10:23 AM
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    There will not be another draft RFQ. 
    Posted 08/07/2013 9:32 AM
    swansoc
    Will any additional response to the original questions be provided regarding the lead times, Berry Amendment etc that were still left unanswered before the final RFQ is submitted?  Review of the market basket and product offerings are highly...Read More
    Posted 08/01/2013 8:15 AM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    GSA is working on responses regarding the market basket and will post them as soon as possible.  Berry Amendment requirements will not be included in JanSan; however, the Berry Amendment is applicable to DoD orders place against the MRO vehicle....Read More
    Posted 08/07/2013 9:34 AM
    ansley
    When has the release been postponed until? Obviously, we have eclipsed the late July/ early August time period.
    Posted 08/09/2013 9:23 AM
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    Consolidated Analysis for FSSI MRO
    In accordance with 15 USC § 657q, Consolidation of contract requirements, GSA has performed a Consolidation Analysis for the Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative for Maintenance, Repair and Operation Supplies (MRO).  Please see the attached document. 
     
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    Comments and Questions on FSSI MRO/JanSan RFPs Submitted by the Coalition for Government Procurement
    Greetings. The following comments and questions were recently submitted by the Coalition for Government Procurement (CGP) on behalf of its membership. They address areas of interest pertaining to the FSSI MRO and JanSan RFPs. The responses are provided by U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). Please feel free to inquire further about the information provided.
     
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    Comments (4)
    stevenyudis
    Good Day,My question is in regard to Comment #35 - Definition of UPC-A.I understand the answer that you have recently given, however, my main question here is whether there is any diffence between a manufacturer's UPC and a UPC-A. I do believe that...Read More
    Posted 08/29/2013 12:06 PM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    UPC-A is used for marking products which are sold at retail in the USA. The barcode identifies the manufacturer and specific product so point-of- sale cash register systems can automatically look up the price. UPC-A is the same as the standard 12 digit...Read More
    Posted 09/05/2013 4:47 PM
    matt3644
    Comment 72- you answer a confusing question for me that "if a contractor is awarded a BPA for a specific category, they may only offer products within the scope of that category in their non-market basket items. "     The rest of the...Read More
    Posted 11/04/2013 6:37 PM
    FSSI MRO Blogger
    The correct reading is "non-market basket", not "non-market".  This means that products are within the awarded category but not in the evaluated market basket.  Please note Schedule 75 isn't applicable to the MRO...Read More
    Posted 11/20/2013 8:18 AM
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    MRO and JanSan Requisition Channel Industry Day Q+A now available
    GSA has published its answers to questions submitted by commercial sector participants during its virtual Industry Day regarding the Requisition Channel for MRO and JanSan strategically sourced products.
     
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    Last Activity: 6/18/2014 1:30 PM
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