Phase two of the historic FAR overhaul is officially underway, and GSA has a message for industry: engage now or risk falling behind. On this episode of Fed Gov Today, Senior Procurement Executive Jeff Koses joins Francis Rose to explain how GSA rewrote the FAR in record time—and why changing the rules isn’t enough without changing culture. Koses breaks down what phase one accomplished, from massive word reductions to new strategic acquisition guidance, and outlines what’s coming next as deviations move into formal rulemaking. He emphasizes the need for continuous feedback, practitioner-driven guidance, and collaboration between government and industry to make the new, more flexible acquisition environment work. With agencies rewriting supplements and major policy shifts ahead, Koses calls the next year “wild”—and says participation is essential.

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