This webinar clarifies what’s exempt vs. what still matters in 2026: who may qualify for relief (including expanded nontraditional defense contractor concepts) and where the government will still expect disciplined controls. We’ll connect the “reset” to real acquisition outcomes: focuses on business systems, responsibility determinations, scorecard-style evaluations, and ongoing DCMA/DCAA surveillance and potential payment withholds. Attendees leave with a simple decision framework and practical readiness steps.

FY 2026 NDAA reforms are resetting the compliance landscape—and not every contractor is affected the same way. Some are exempt from traditional CAS coverage. Others still face the same oversight they always have. Do you know which category you’re in?

In this session, Eric Poppe, Partner at Aprio, will walk you through what changed, what didn’t, and what it means for your contract awards, audits, and payment exposure.

What you’ll learn: 

• Which FY 2026 NDAA changes affect compliance thresholds applicability and who qualifies for new exemptions

• Where DCAA/DCMA oversight persists—and where payment withholds remain a real risk

• How business systems and responsibility determinations connect to contract award decisions

• Understand business systems’ basic requirements

• A simple decision framework to assess your compliance status right now

• Practical readiness steps your team can take before your next award or audit

This session is designed for government contractors, finance and operations leaders, CFOs, and compliance officers navigating the evolving 2026 GovCon regulatory environment.

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