Ensuring Your Business Meets Government Contracting Standards

Helping Small Government Contractors Stay Aligned, Protected, and Ready to Grow

At the Barclay Group, we simplify government contract compliance so small businesses can focus on execution, not deciphering regulations. Whether you’re a prime or subcontractor, navigating FAR clauses, flow-down requirements, or negotiating specific terms, we provide hands-on support to help you understand the federal standards and avoid costly missteps.

What is Government Contract Compliance?

Government contract compliance means adhering to the legally binding terms of your federal contracts, from how you bill the government to how you manage your subcontractors. These terms are governed by the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), and supplemental guidelines.

Non-compliance can result in negative CPARS (Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System), compliance audits, loss of revenue, and in extreme cases, debarment from future federal work. For small contractors, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Our Compliance Approach

We provide proactive, plain-English guidance to help you interpret and meet your contract requirements. Whether you’re starting a new contract, inheriting messy terms from a prime, or facing government pushback, our team’s Director of Contracts has 30+ years of experience to take action in mitigating risk and protecting your bottom line.

Our clients often call us when:

• Identifying how to manage their contract to drive maximum revenue and profit.
• Reviewing and processing contract awards and modifications.
• Ensuring compliance within all requirements.
• Drafting subcontract agreements, ensuring proper flow down FAR clauses, and negotiating mutually acceptable terms.
• Reviewing and responding to corrective action plans.
• Ensuring SCA wage laws compliance and preparing requests for equitable adjustment for updated Wage Determinations.

Who We Serve

Our sweet spot is small businesses, typically those earning under $30M in annual revenue, who don’t have the budget or bandwidth to justify hiring a full-time contracts department. We work with both prime contractors and subs, and we’re especially helpful for:

• Prime contractors that are establishing and managing subcontract agreements
• Contractors subject to SCA-covered work
• Contractors seeking to increase profit and revenue within the terms of the contract

Key Compliance Services

• FAR & Flow-Down Clause Analysis: We break down which clauses apply to you, which should flow down to your subs, and which don’t belong in your agreements at all. Our team reviews every contract with precision and flags non-compliant or high-risk language.
• DCAA Compliance & Audit Preparation: If you’re entering cost-plus or reimbursable contracts, we’ll help you prepare for DCAA audits. From setting up your accounting system to submitting incurred cost proposals, we support every step.
• Adequate Accounting System Setup (SF-1408): Need an “adequate” or “approved” accounting system to go after cost-reimbursable work? We assess, document, and align your processes, without requiring new software.
• Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS): We ensure your cost true-ups are accurate and FAR-compliant. If you’re late or flagged, we’ll help you fix it fast, before you’re at risk.
• Service Contract Act (SCA) Compliance: Many small contractors miss SCA compliance requirements, including wage determinations and health & welfare contributions. We review your contracts, pay stubs, and classification codes to ensure your team is paid (and reported) properly.
• Subcontract Review & Risk Mitigation: We redline your subcontract agreements to protect you from unfair terms, including overreaching indemnification clauses, delayed payment terms, or non-compete language that could jeopardize future work.

Why Small Businesses Choose Barclay

Small businesses choose Barclay because we deliver compliance clarity without the legal jargon, making complex regulations easier to understand and act on. Our team is led by a Director with over 30 years of experience, providing seasoned oversight and strategic guidance. We offer flexible support tailored to your needs, so you get expert help without the overhead of a full-time hire. With a 100% success rate on SF-1408 (Approved Accounting System) audits and deep knowledge of DCAA, FAR, and SCA requirements, we help you stay compliant and confident at every stage.

Get Proactive, Not Punished.

Whether you’re just starting to scale or trying to untangle your latest subcontract, compliance is too important to guess. At the Barclay Group, we don’t just check boxes; we help you stay aligned, grow confidently, and protect what you’ve built. If you are in need of contracting services, please give us a call at (​757) 960-8485 or fill out our online contract form.