FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power

Paul Netopski

Procurement Federal Acquisition Regulations & Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplements Clauses

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Understanding the FAR and DFARS clauses, their flow down requirements and options for negotiating when it comes to Cybersecurity and data protection.

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#35
Monday · 8 min
FAR Part 40, DFARS Deviations, and the CMMC Landscape
Learn how the consolidation of security clauses into FAR Part 40, updated CUI requirements, and Class Deviation changes impact federal contractors. We also explore the NIST SP 800-171 revision split between civilian and defense contracts, mandatory flowdo
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#34
October 19 · 7 min
CMMC Phase 2 Suspended? Your Contract May Still Say Otherwise
We unpack FAR and DFARS information-security changes, including revised clause numbering, SPRS assessments, mandatory flowdowns, class deviations, and what the CMMC Phase 2 suspension does—and does not—change. Learn why contract modifications matter, whic
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#33
October 12 · 9 min
Demystifying DFARS Part 240 and Cyber Flowdown Rules
Discover how the new DFARS Part 240 and Class Deviation 2026-O0025 reshape cybersecurity flowdowns for defense subcontractors. Learn how to separate mandatory statutory clauses from data-dependent requirements to push back against prime contractor over-co
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#32
October 5 · 8 min
CMMC Phase 2 Paused, DFARS Flowdowns Expand
Defense cyber rules shifted again as CMMC Phase 2 was suspended, keeping the safeguarding baseline in place while pausing third-party certification at Level 2. The episode also breaks down new DFARS flowdowns on DoD employee data, foreign-made drones, sem
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#31
September 28 · 7 min
Federal Cyber Rules Are Splitting in Two
This episode breaks down the latest federal cybersecurity rule changes for contractors, from the shift to NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3 in civilian contracts to CMMC Level 2’s continued use of Revision 2 in defense work. It also covers the end of basic asses
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#30
September 21 · 6 min
DoD Ends Self-Assessments and Tightens Cyber Enforcement
Defense contractors are facing a major shift as the DoD replaces self-reported SPRS scores with government-led validation assessments under new DFARS Part 240 rules. The episode also covers supply chain exclusion authority, unreviewable risk decisions, ra
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#29
September 14 · 5 min
DFARS Cyber Flowdowns and CMMC Assessment Rules
This episode breaks down Class Deviation 2026-O0025 and its impact on DFARS cybersecurity flowdowns, subcontractor obligations, and incident reporting across the defense supply chain. It also covers CMMC assessment non-duplication rules and the government
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#28
September 7 · 6 min
DFARS Renumbering and the End of Self-Attestation
Defense contractors are facing a major DFARS renumbering that turns old cybersecurity citations into a compliance hazard, especially when primes accidentally flow down retired clauses to subcontractors. The episode also breaks down how the new rule shifts
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#27
August 31 · 5 min
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 da
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#26
July 10 · 7 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, p
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#25
May 26 · 6 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,
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#24
April 7 · 12 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 tran
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#23
March 30 · 7 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 wr
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#22
March 3 · 20 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
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#21
January 13 · 15 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 influence
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#20
January 5 · 7 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 contr
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#19
Dec 1, 2025 · 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 action
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#18
Nov 24, 2025 · 8 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, enhanc
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#17
Nov 18, 2025 · 9 min
Is Federal Government Contracting Worth It for Small Businesses
This episode provides a practical look at the opportunities and challenges small businesses face when entering federal government contracting. We'll share advice, highlight pros and cons, and discuss real-world pitfalls and success stories based on Small
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#16
Nov 14, 2025 · 9 min
Choosing the Right Procurement Path
Eric Marquette and Paul Netopski break down the major federal contract types, discussing their characteristics, when to select each, and how they impact procurement speed and complexity. The hosts also explore how FAR and DFARS requirements shape the proc
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