Non-Compliance with Subcontract Reporting in Prime Contractor Oversight
Definition
Prime contractors without NASA-approved purchasing systems must report certain subcontractors by federal law, but limited enforcement and visibility lead to recurring compliance breaches in award and oversight processes. This affects decisions on vendor selection, price negotiation, and order administration under FAR regulations. Systemic gaps expose programs to audit failures and potential penalties.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: Risk of fines and disallowed costs in millions
- Frequency: Ongoing in contract performance
- Root Cause: Primes not required to provide full visibility into fixed-price subcontracts below thresholds ($250K or 5% of contract value)
Why This Matters
This pain point represents a significant opportunity for B2B solutions targeting Space Research and Technology.
Affected Stakeholders
Contracting Officers, Compliance Auditors, Prime Contractor Buyers
Action Plan
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Methodology & Sources
Data collected via OSINT from regulatory filings, industry audits, and verified case studies.
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