The United States Supreme Court has ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize presidential tariffs, effectively invalidating prior IEEPA-based duties. This decision creates uncertainty around potential refunds and shifts attention to new tariff measures now in effect. Importers and trade compliance teams must reassess duty exposure, documentation practices, and forward-looking trade strategies in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.
Topics: Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DFARS Business Systems, DCAA Audit Support, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Export & Import, Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Estimating System Compliance, Manufacturing Operations Consulting
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Have you heard that Unanet recently released a new add-on called AIM? AIM is Unanet’s Asset, Inventory and Manufacturing add-on to their powerful GovCon ERP. AIM has been in the marketplace for many years and was recently incorporated into Unanet’s offerings to support GovCon customers, particularly for audit readiness in the Materials Management & Accounting System (MMAS). This article answers the 5 Ws to help organizations determine whether AIM meets their operational needs.
Topics: Accounting System Compliance, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Unanet, Government Property Management, Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Manufacturing Operations Consulting
Section 1826 of the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act shifts DoD treatment of nontraditional defense contractors from discretionary to mandatory exemptions from key cost and business system requirements. With no dollar threshold and rulemaking still pending, government contractors must evaluate timing, contract status, and downstream compliance implications.
Topics: Accounting System Compliance, Proposal Cost Volume Development & Pricing, Small Business Compliance, Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DFARS Business Systems, DCAA Audit Support, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Commercial Item Determination
Department of Defense class deviations are implementing the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul across multiple FAR and DFARS parts, with effective dates beginning as early as February 1, 2026. These changes affect clause structure, regulatory language, and timing considerations, requiring contractors to closely evaluate solicitations, flowdowns, and contract terms to maintain alignment with updated requirements.
Topics: Accounting System Compliance, Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DFARS Business Systems, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
On December 5, 2025, the Department of Justice (DOJ) reported another settlement under the False Claims Act (FCA) related to cybersecurity. Swiss Automation agreed to pay $421,234 to the Government as a result of failing to provide adequate cybersecurity controls for drawings of parts supplied to Department of Defense (DoD) prime contractors. The qui tam suit under the False Claims Act (FCA) was brought forward by a whistleblower, not an Information Technology (IT) employee, but a Quality Control Manager of the company. The whistleblower received $65,291.
Topics: Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DFARS Business Systems, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Cybersecurity, Commercial Item Determination
On November 26, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued the 2025 Compliance Supplement. The Supplement outlines the compliance requirements to assist auditors in understanding the Federal program’s objectives, procedures and requirements when performing a Single audit for fiscal years beginning after June 30, 2024. The Compliance Supplement is normally issued in the spring of each year; however, OMB delayed its issuance to incorporate significant updates to 2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, in October 2024. In order to assist auditors with the different requirements, Part 3 Compliance Requirements of the Supplement was divided into two Parts for audit testing as follows:
Topics: Accounting System Compliance, DFARS Business Systems, DCAA Audit Support, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Grants & Cooperative Agreements (2 CFR 200)
The U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) has finalized a significant set of amendments to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), effective September 15, 2025, which expand the U.S. Munitions List (USML) and introduce new definitions and a licensing exemption. These changes mark the first time in years that DDTC has expanded the USML’s coverage more than it has reduced it. The final rule amends 15 of the 21 USML categories, representing a substantial increase in the number of controlled items.
Topics: Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Export & Import, Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Manufacturing Operations Consulting
In this final edition of our three-part article series highlighting some lesser-known beneficial Deltek Costpoint Procurement features that manufacturers can reap large benefits from, we will dive into the “Replace” function, the RFQ capabilities, and Alternate Part numbers. Most of these features can benefit more than just manufacturers; however, if you are a manufacturer and unaware of them, you are missing out. Fully utilizing the capabilities contained within these Deltek Costpoint modules will bring efficiency to your business and drive value.
Topics: Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Deltek Costpoint, Material Management & Accounting System (MMAS), Manufacturing Operations Consulting
The President’s Executive Order – Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement involves a comprehensive overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and subsequently the FAR Supplements. As the FAR is being updated it includes changes to contract provisions and clauses. The System for Award Management (SAM.gov), the official U.S. government website where entities register to do business with the federal government is also being streamlined.
Topics: Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DCAA Audit Support, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), System Award Management (SAM), Government Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
A little background – On April 15, 2025, Executive Order 14275, Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement, was issued. The intent of this order was to make revolutionary changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) to make the federal acquisition process more efficient and cost-effective. Section 2 states, “It is the policy of the United States to create the most agile, effective, and efficient procurement system possible. Removing undue barriers, such as unnecessary regulations, while simultaneously allowing for the expansion of the national and defense industrial bases is paramount. Accordingly, the FAR should contain only provisions required by statute or essential to sound procurement, and any FAR provisions that do not advance these objectives should be removed.”
Topics: Accounting System Compliance, Proposal Cost Volume Development & Pricing, Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DFARS Business Systems, DCAA Audit Support, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Government Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Commercial Item Determination