As 2013 begins, the most significant challenge for all government contractors is sequestration (or major government agency budget reductions). We do know that there will be fewer procurement dollars and in doing its part to reduce government spending, DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) has one clear self-declared mission, “Protecting the Taxpayer” even when such protection is inconsistent with applicable regulations as well as published decisions related to contract disputes. Although there are ultimately more than four challenges, we believe the following categories top the list where DCAA assertions are ”out on a regulatory limb” in challenges for government contractors.