Government Contracting

FAR Updates: eSRS Decommissioning and SAM.gov Reporting

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) has been amended to align with the decommissioning of the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS.gov) on February 20, 2026. Subcontracting reporting will now be consolidated into SAM.gov as part of a broader federal acquisition system modernization effort. This change impacts federal agencies and contractors involved in subcontracting.

FAR Overhaul Community Crowdsourcing Campaign Feedback

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) has launched a crowdsourcing campaign to gather feedback for the next phase of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul initiative. Stakeholders are invited to submit suggestions on practices agencies should start, stop, or refine.

FAR Overhaul: New Model Deviation Text Released

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has released new model deviation text for Parts 22, 23, 32, and 53 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as part of the FAR Overhaul Initiative. This update aims to simplify and clarify procurement regulations.

Tomographic PIV System Tender - National Research Council of Canada

The National Research Council of Canada has issued a tender for a Tomographic PIV System, with a closing date of April 7, 2026. This procurement aims to acquire advanced flow measurement equipment for research into gas turbine engine cooling systems.

Government of Yukon Tender: Supply and Deliver Pick-up Trucks

The Government of Yukon has issued a tender notice for the supply and delivery of Class 2a, Class 2b, and Class 3 pick-up trucks, including service and maintenance within the Yukon. The tender has been cancelled.

Photography and Video Services Tender

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has published a tender for photography and video services, with a closing date of March 5, 2026. The tender outlines requirements for capturing various scenarios related to Canadian industries and diversity. Interested parties can partner with other businesses listed on the tender notice.

Advance Contract Award Notice: REDAS Runway Markers

The Government of Canada has issued an Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) for Retro-Reflective Edge and Directional Approach System (REDAS) Runway Markers for the Royal Canadian Air Force. The estimated value of the contract is $121,000.00, with a proposed delivery date of March 31, 2026.

Mail and Messenger Services Tender - Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has published a tender for Mail and Messenger Services. The tender closes on March 13, 2026, with an estimated contract start date of April 1, 2026. This notice also includes information on SAP Ariba system maintenance and the Buy Canadian Policy.

GSA Disposes of Surplus Federal Property in Laguna Niguel, CA

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the public sale of the former Chet Holifield Federal Building in Laguna Niguel, California. This action is part of GSA's strategy to optimize the federal real estate footprint and potentially save taxpayers over $430 million in annual operating costs.

GSA and USDA Announce Ag South Building Disposition

The GSA and USDA announced the planned disposition of the Ag South building in Washington, DC, which is over 85% vacant. This action is expected to save taxpayers $1.6 billion by avoiding delinquent maintenance costs and rightsizing USDA's federal real estate footprint.