Federal Register #FAR-2026-0011

Proposed overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to streamline federal procurement processes

This opportunity involves a proposed overhaul of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) led by the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council, which includes OFPP, OMB, DoD, GSA, and NASA. - Government Buyer: - Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (OFPP, OMB, DoD, GSA, NASA) - Scope of Work: - Major revision to FAR to streamline federal procurement processes - Reorganization of FAR parts 9, 27, 47, and 52 - Simplification of regulatory language for clarity and efficiency - Removal of outdated and redundant acquisition regulations - Alignment of regulations with statutory requirements and new executive orders - Notable Requirements: - Implementation of new executive orders related to DEI discrimination - Migration of non-essential requirements to non-regulatory guidance - Enhancement of contracting officers' discretion - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or purchase quantities are mentioned, as this is a regulatory update rather than a procurement request.

Description

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council), consisting of OFPP, DoD, GSA, and NASA, is proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement Executive Order 14275, which aims to eliminate excessive acquisition regulations and improve efficiency in federal procurement. The proposed rule includes revisions to FAR parts 9, 27, 47, and 52, focusing on streamlining the FAR, simplifying language, removing outdated or redundant content, and enhancing contracting officers' discretion. The overhaul is part of a broader initiative to create a more agile, effective, and efficient procurement regulation framework. Public comments are invited by October 19, 2026.

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