Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
DoD's supplement to the FAR, including cybersecurity requirements.
Definition
DFARS adds Department of Defense-specific policy to the FAR, notably 252.204-7012 on safeguarding covered defense information and the associated cybersecurity assessment requirements.
Why it matters
DFARS cyber clauses gate eligibility — without a current assessment score in SPRS you can be excluded before evaluation.
Example
A DoD RFP requires a DFARS 252.204-7012 flowdown to all subcontractors.
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