Podcast Episode

COTS vs Commercial Items

FAR & DFARS: Procurement Power··12 October 2026·8 min

About this episode

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.