President's Letter
Stephanie Sanok Kostro, President, PSC
Welcome to the Summer 2025 edition of Service Contractor magazine. Summer started with Congress avoiding a government shutdown by passing the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025 (CR). Though PSC has historically advocated for enactment of full-year appropriations bills and highlighted the many challenges associated with a full-year CR, enactment of this bill means that all agencies have appropriated funds for the remainder of the fiscal year. This CR also provides for some new programs (anomalies) that are not typically allowed in a continuing resolution.
Passage of that bill also means that the Administration can finalize and submit to Congress the President’s Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2026. Submission of this request will offer valuable insights into the Administration’s policy, program, and project priorities, allowing contractors to anticipate better where budget proposals might lead to future contract opportunities.
Check out our regular feature “What to Watch in Washington,” on page 32 to gauge when to expect further details on the president’s budget and Congress’s next steps.
PSC Advocacy
PSC maintains ongoing engagement with Congress on legislative developments. To stay informed about key bills, refer to the PSC Bill Tracker on page 34.
Another key PSC advocacy function is to develop and submit written comments on proposed regulations and policies impacting our industry. Since the last edition, PSC comments have included:
• OMB Request for Information: Deregulation [90 F.R. 15481]
• DoD CIO Software Fast Track (SWFT) Tools
• DoD CIO Software Fast Track (SWFT) External Assessment Methodologies
• DoD CIO Software Fast Track (SWFT) Automation & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• NSF RFI re: 2025 National AI R&D Strategic Plan
In addition to written comments, PSC has also engaged frequently with executive branch agencies, including focused efforts to build stronger relationships among key government and industry officials. Such connections are leading to candid exchanges of ideas, actionable recommendations, and notable improvements on a range of contracting issues. We will continue to represent your interests in these forums—bringing you along when we can— with an eye toward better outcomes for government missions and industrial base vitality.
Events
We look forward to welcoming all PSC members to our Defense Conference on October 30, 2025. Attendees can expect a robust agenda and ample networking opportunities. Learn more about our events at pscouncil.org/events.
Members Only
• Track developments and offer suggestions related to the government’s revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulations at the PSC Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Action Center (pscouncil.org/far).
• Find relevant Executive Orders and associated guidance documents at the PSC Post-Election Resource Center (pscouncil.org/postelection).
• Visit the Member Engagement Resource Center for information on member benefits and ways to get connected.
New Features
PSC has added two new features: (1) a Congressional Calendar to track when Congress is in session on page 33 and (2) a Lawsuit Tracker, compiled to present high-impact legal cases affecting federal contractors on page 37.
Federal Contracting Spotlights
PSC consistently promotes success stories in the government contracting industry. These stories highlight the value of contractors by showcasing the important work they do.
Articles
Service Contractor magazine has long served as a platform for thought leadership in our industry, and this issue delivers a wealth of timely and insightful content. Featured authors include Jacob Borgeson of Unanet Eric Poppe of Aprio; Chris Gilley of Amentum; Mikhail Grinberg and Emma Kinnucan of Renaissance Strategic Advisors; Steven A. Casazza and Chanel Miller of Defense Trade Solutions; Kathy Stershic of GovBoost, a W2 Communications Business; Dave Archibald, formerly of the Health Resources and Services Administration; Jennipher Rosecrans of Morgan Business Consulting, LLC; Sebastian Herrick of PSC; and Paul Foldi of PSC.
As the federal landscape shifts through executive actions, regulatory overhauls, and evolving agency priorities, PSC remains focused on equipping contractors with the insights, tools, and advocacy they need to succeed.
We welcome your input, feedback, and engagement in our efforts. Thank you for your continued support of PSC and our collective mission to help the government be a smarter customer and better buyer.
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