FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power

FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power

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FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power episodes

  • DoD Class Deviation Ends Self-Attestation

    This episode breaks down the end of contractor self-attestation under the 2026 DoD class deviation, explaining how government-led assessments now replace SPRS-based assumptions. It also tackles the subcontracting fallout, showing why primes must verify data scope and flowdowns before pushing CMMC requirements onto lower-tier suppliers.

    6 min
  • NIST 800-171 Rev 3: Why DoD Is Pausing the Shift

    The DoD’s class deviation keeps contractors on Rev 2 for now, but the episode explains why Rev 3 is still looming and how its Organization-Defined Parameters will reshape compliance. It also breaks down the parallel timelines for DFARS and CMMC Level 2, plus the practical steps contractors should take to prepare.

    8 min
  • SBIR Data Rights, CUI, and the 20-Year Defense IP Shift

    Eric Marquette and Paul Netopski break down the new 20-year SBIR/STTR data protection period under DFARS, including the move to perpetual Government Purpose Rights after expiration. They also unpack the compliance realities of CUI, ITAR, NIST SP 800-171, and why small businesses must carefully manage markings, deliverables, and IP strategy from day one.

    7 min
  • DFARS Part 240: What the Cybersecurity Overhaul Means

    This episode breaks down the February 1, 2026 class deviation that creates DFARS Part 240, consolidating legacy cybersecurity and supply chain rules into a new structure without rewriting most contractor obligations. The hosts walk through key clause transfers, including 252.204-7012, the new 252.240-7997 assessment clause, and 252.204-7021’s CMMC award and flowdown requirements.

    They also cover practical transition risks for contractors, from outdated clause matrices to missed subcontract flowdowns, and explain why disciplined crosswalks and synchronized legal, procurement, and cybersecurity processes are now essential.

    13 min
  • How the Acquisition Knowledge Matrix Speeds Up Defense Contracting

    Explore how a structured repository of acquisition artifacts, memos, guides, and case studies can help contractors find relevant references faster and reduce time spent searching across scattered files. The discussion covers practical uses for proposal writing, compliance research, market intelligence, and performance-based acquisition support.

    8 min
  • Navigating DFARS Cybersecurity After the FAR Part 40 Overhaul
    This episode of FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power breaks down the 2026 DoD class deviation 2026-O0025 that implements the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul for Part 40 and creates the new DFARS Part 240 for Information Security and Supply Chain Security. Hosts Paul Netopski and Eric Marquette explain how key cybersecurity requirements are being relocated, rewritten, and tightened—especially around safeguarding covered defense information, NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessments, and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
    We start with the big-picture context: why the FAR overhaul is stripping out extraneous language, what a class deviation is, and how DFARS Part 240 and its PGI now consolidate rules on information security, supply chain risk, and prohibited sources. Then we zoom in on the new and revised clauses, including DFARS 252.204-7012 and the new deviation clause 252.240-7997, NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements, that replaces the old “basic” self-assessment model with Medium and High government-led validations.
    Finally, Paul and Eric walk contracting officers and defense contractors through the messy overlap period while both the “old” and “new” rules coexist. They highlight what applies to new awards versus legacy contracts, how to read solicitations that still reference older DFARS numbering, and what practical steps primes and subs should take now to prepare for more rigorous government-led assessments. If you work in federal procurement, compliance, or cybersecurity within the Defense Industrial Base, this episode will help you translate the FAR Part 40 overhaul into concrete action items for your contracts and systems.
    21 min
  • Demystifying the Federal Rulemaking Process
    This episode takes listeners through the federal rulemaking process, breaking it down into three essential stages: Initiation, Notice & Comment, and Finalization. We examine what can speed up or delay each phase, and spotlight where public input influences the rules that affect us all.
    16 min
  • Navigating Contract Management Resources

    Eric and Paul explore leading resources for aspiring and experienced contract managers. From professional associations to certification paths and practical learning opportunities, this episode helps listeners tap into the tools needed for success in contract management.

    8 min
  • Navigating Contract Flow Downs: Best Practices and Resources
    Eric and Paul break down contract flow downs—covering what they are, why they're critical for primes and subs, and how to approach both mandatory and non-mandatory clauses. They share targeted best practices from CohnReznick and key resources, with actionable advice for small businesses and new contractors navigating FAR and DFARS compliance.
    9 min
  • Navigating FAR Part 40 and Supply Chain Security
    Join Eric Marquette and Paul Netopski as they break down the newly established FAR Part 40, explore supply chain and data security regulations, and discuss their impact on federal contractors. Learn how consolidating regulations impacts compliance, enhances national security, and introduces new overhead challenges.
    9 min

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