The Department of Defense (DoD) has dropped a bombshell, overhauling its entire acquisition playbook, which Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unveiled on November 7, 2025. This is a full-on shift to a speed-first, commercially integrated procurement model. We break down the transformation of the Defense Acquisition System into the new "Warfighting Acquisition System". Learn why “Speed to Capability” is now the number one priority and how structural changes, including the replacement of traditional Program Executive Offices (PEOs) with Portfolio Acquisition Executives (PAEs), reduce bureaucracy and consolidate power.

For small and mid-sized contractors, the barrier to entry just got lower as the DoD defaults to commercial solutions first and prioritizes agile agreements like Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) and Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs) over slow FAR processes. But beware: the Pentagon is demanding speed, risk-taking, and delivery, holding vendors accountable with time-based incentives and penalties. Discover how to position your company for success by aligning your NAICS codes, preparing for fast-turnaround proposals, and embracing digital-first priorities like AI and modular open systems. This is more than policy reform; it's a cultural reset, providing the moment for the new guard in federal technology contracting.

Want to know the specific steps your business must take right now to survive and thrive under the "Warfighting Acquisition System," including how to handle the new emphasis on scaling and the shift from compliance to outcome? Join us as we explore the aggressive two-year restructuring horizon and the immediate implications for SBIR winners and 8a firms looking to scale production.