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The FAR is LavaAuthor: Ben and Will
Learn the FAR and RFO through current events in federal procurement.The FAR is Lava is a federal procurement podcast focused on helping acquisition professionals understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and the latest changes shaping government contracting.Each episode uses current events, bid protests, policy changes, and GAO protests to make the FAR more practical and easier to follow.We break down what changed, why it matters, and what contracting professionals should be paying attention to.If you work in federal acquisition or GovCon and want a faster way to keep up with the FAR, RFO, and procurement news, The FAR is Lava is built for you. Language: en-us Genres: Government Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 10: Are We Paying Too Much? Fixed-Price Profits & the Cost of Oral Presentations.
Episode 10
Thursday, 12 November, 2026
Send us Fan MailEvery episode we help train on the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and the FAR through Federal Procurement News!Leave a comment or question for a future episode, and share the show with someone in the acquisition community.In Episode 10 Ben and Will tackle a big question in federal contracting: Are we paying too much?A new study of 130 federal procurements suggests oral presentations are associated with fewer bidders and higher winning prices. Meanwhile, the Department of War has issued new guidance reinforcing that contractors can keep the profits they earn through efficiency on fixed-price contracts. Are these signs of a healthy acquisition system that rewards performance and innovation, or should taxpayers be concerned about rising costs?We're also covering major acquisition policy updates, new contracting opportunities, and a fascinating GAO protest involving Coast Guard helicopter simulators.>FAR Companion Guide 3.0:** The FAR Council releases another update to the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul's Companion Guide, expanding guidance on industry engagement, acquisition methods, past performance, and contract administration.>HUBZone Expansion:** SBA approves petitions covering 252 newly designated areas across 18 states, opening potential federal contracting opportunities for more qualifying small businesses.>NASA SEWP VI Is Live!** NASA launches the next generation of its governmentwide IT acquisition vehicle, with expanded technology and services offerings, a 10-year ordering period, and individual contract ceilings of $20 billion.>Get Your Daily Dose of Federal Acquisition News (Free Newsletter):**https://elink.io/p/dailydose-9ffda63>Earn CLPs and Build Your Acquisition Skills with ASI Education Pro:**https://educationpro.asigovernment.com/>Schedule a Meeting or Learn More About ASI Government:**AskASI@asigovt.comAbout The FAR is LavaThe FAR is Lava breaks down federal procurement news to help contracting professionals understand the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), and the real-world decisions shaping government acquisition.Whether you're a contracting officer, contract specialist, COR, program manager, or government contractor, we cover the news, protests, policies, and occasional absurdities of federal contracting.Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.**Produced by:** ASI Government#TheFARisLava #GovernmentContracting #GovCon #GAOProtest #FederalAcquisition #ContractingOfficer #FAR #FixedPriceContracts #Procurement #AcquisitionReform #RFO
