If you’re in government contracting, you need to know about the RPO — the FAR Council’s “Revolutionary Procurement Overhaul” now underway.
This isn’t just another clause update. It’s the first full rewrite of the FAR since 1984 — a complete modernization designed to:
• Make the FAR easier to use
• Support digital acquisition tools
• Reorganize key Parts (starting with 8, 12, 19)
• Remove legacy language and duplication
The goal? A FAR that’s faster, clearer, and more commercially aligned.
But here’s the catch: navigating the changes will be complex — especially for contractors managing proposals, commerciality, small business programs, or ITAR/EAR compliance.
Why It Matters
For those of us who live inside the FAR every day, this is a once-in-a-generation moment.
As Founder of Schooner Associates, I’m tracking the rewrite closely — and helping clients adapt their compliance posture, proposal templates, and acquisition strategies in real time.
Whether you’re a startup, a PE-backed platform, or an established prime, this is the time to start preparing.
Let’s get ahead of it — not buried in it.