Wilson Sonsini – The Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul (RFO) continues, with rewrites to FAR Parts 4, 8, 12, and 40 issued August 14, 2025. This alert focuses on the FAR Part 12 rewrite: Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services. Commercial acquisitions look to be a priority for the federal government, and the Part 12 rewrite provides guidance to streamline commercial procurements while also lessening compliance requirements for contractors.
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The FAR Part 12 Rewrite: Making Commercial Acquisitions More Streamlined
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