Phase two of the historic FAR overhaul is officially underway, and GSA has a message for industry: engage now or risk falling behind. On this episode of Fed Gov Today, Senior Procurement Executive Jeff Koses joins Francis Rose to explain how GSA rewrote the FAR in record time—and why changing the rules isn’t enough without changing culture. Koses breaks down what phase one accomplished, from massive word reductions to new strategic acquisition guidance, and outlines what’s coming next as deviations move into formal rulemaking. He emphasizes the need for continuous feedback, practitioner-driven guidance, and collaboration between government and industry to make the new, more flexible acquisition environment work. With agencies rewriting supplements and major policy shifts ahead, Koses calls the next year “wild”—and says participation is essential.

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The New Year brings critical retirement decisions for federal employees, and Fed Gov Today with Francis Rose breaks down what matters most.

Jim Kaplan, Director of External Affairs at the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board, explains why the TSP has two New Year milestones—and how year-end deadlines affect withdrawals, taxes, and required minimum distributions. As 2026 approaches, Kaplan urges participants to review account details, update beneficiaries, and consider increasing contributions as pay raises and step increases take effect.

The conversation also previews the long-awaited Roth in-plan conversion launching January 28, including new tools to help participants decide if converting makes sense for their tax and estate plans. Plus, an update on TSP’s approach to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence risk management heading into the new year.

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