DoW ANPR on PCB Prohibition: What Defense Contractors Must Know Before August 31, 2026 - Crowell & Moring LLP
The Department of the Navy (DoW) issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) proposing to prohibit polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in defense contracts. Contractors must prepare for compliance by August 31, 2026.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Defense contractors, especially those with DoD contracts involving equipment or materials that may contain PCBs. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: August 31, 2026 (proposed effective date of final rule).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Government Contracting (SAM/FAR) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
DoW ANPR signals upcoming rulemaking to ban PCBs in defense contracts, requiring contractors to identify and eliminate PCB-containing items.
Who it affects
Defense contractors, especially those with DoD contracts involving equipment or materials that may contain PCBs.
What you must do
Begin inventory of PCB-containing equipment and materials; develop phase-out plans; monitor Federal Register for final rule.
Deadline
August 31, 2026 (proposed effective date of final rule).
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