Mastering DFARS Compliance: A Guide to Securing Contracts 

Understanding the DFARS Guidelines for securing contracts pre-award, at-award, and post-award

Guide to Navigating the DFARS Chart:

  • 1
    Review DFARS Clauses and Requirements:

    Each row in the chart corresponds to a DFARS clause detailing specific compliance actions required by defense contractors.

  • 2
    Identify Your Contract Stage:

    Determine if your organization is in the Pre-Award phase (before contract award) or Post-Award phase (after contract has been awarded).

    Look under the appropriate column in the chart based on your current contract stage.

  • 3
    Complete Pre-Award Actions for DFARS Clause:

    For each DFARS clause listed in the Pre-Award column, confirm you have completed the associated compliance requirements.

  • 4
    Ensure Subcontractor Compliance for Flow-Down:

    For DFARS clauses requiring flow-down to subcontractors, ensure that you have communicated compliance requirements and are tracking their adherence.

  • 5
    Post-Award Compliance and Reporting:

    After contract award, review the Post-Award column to complete additional or ongoing compliance steps.

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