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FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power · Oct 6, 2025

COTS vs Commercial Items

This episode explores the critical differences between Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) products and Commercial Items for federal procurement. Join our hosts as they clarify definitions, share applicable FAR and DFARS clauses, and illustrate real-world examples of how these distinctions impact users and compliance strategies.

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This episode explores the critical differences between Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) products and Commercial Items for federal procurement. Join our hosts as they clarify definitions, share applicable FAR and DFARS clauses, and illustrate real-world examples of how these distinctions impact users and compliance strategies.