EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 12 MIN
DFARS Part 240: What the Cybersecurity Overhaul Means
from FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power · host Jellypod
This episode breaks down the February 1, 2026 class deviation that creates DFARS Part 240, consolidating legacy cybersecurity and supply chain rules into a new structure without rewriting most contractor obligations. The hosts walk through key clause transfers, including 252.204-7012, the new 252.240-7997 assessment clause, and 252.204-7021’s CMMC award and flowdown requirements.They also cover practical transition risks for contractors, from outdated clause matrices to missed subcontract flowdowns, and explain why disciplined crosswalks and synchronized legal, procurement, and cybersecurity processes are now essential.
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This episode breaks down the February 1, 2026 class deviation that creates DFARS Part 240, consolidating legacy cybersecurity and supply chain rules into a new structure without rewriting most contractor obligations. The hosts walk through key clause transfers, including 252.204-7012, the new 252.240-7997 assessment clause, and 252.204-7021’s CMMC award and flowdown requirements.They also cover practical transition risks for contractors, from outdated clause matrices to missed subcontract flowdowns, and explain why disciplined crosswalks and synchronized legal, procurement, and cybersecurity processes are now essential.
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