AI Governance for Government Contractors
Government contractors must align AI governance with federal requirements that are more prescriptive and higher-stakes than commercial compliance frameworks. The primary driver is federal contract compliance, where Executive Orders, NIST frameworks, and FAR/DFARS clauses impose specific AI governance obligations with debarment risk for violations. A governance program must address NIST AI RMF alignment, CUI protection in AI systems, and supply chain risk management for AI components used in government deliverables.
Key Regulations
- Executive Order on AI Safety and Security (EO 14110)
- NIST AI Risk Management Framework (Required for Federal Contracts)
- FISMA and FedRAMP AI Security Requirements
- FAR/DFARS AI-Related Contract Clauses
- OMB Guidance on Federal Agency AI Governance
Top AI Risks
- Contract non-compliance from using AI tools not authorized for government work
- CUI and classified data exposure through commercial AI platforms
- Failure to meet federal AI transparency and explainability requirements
- Debarment risk from AI-related compliance violations on federal contracts
Policy Requirements
- Federal AI authorization process for all tools used on government contracts
- CUI and classified data handling protocols for AI systems and tools
- NIST AI RMF alignment documentation for AI used in federal deliverables
- Supply chain risk management for AI components in government solutions
- AI transparency and explainability documentation meeting federal standards
- Continuous monitoring requirements for AI systems operating in federal environments
PolicyGuard maps government contractor AI systems to NIST AI RMF requirements and federal contract clauses with automated compliance tracking per contract vehicle. The platform generates FISMA-aligned documentation, CUI handling certifications, and AI supply chain risk reports that satisfy contracting officer reviews and DCAA audits.
