Government Contracts Legal Forum

JUNE 27, 2024

The Cost Accounting Standards Board (CASB) recently announced that it seeks public comments on “whether and how” to amend the rules to clarify whether the CAS apply to indefinite value contract vehicles (or IDVs, otherwise known as indefinite-delivery / indefinite-quantity, or IDIQ, contracts). View the full article

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

To be at the 100-employee threshold, the employer must be a “business enterprise that employs— (i) 100 or more employees, excluding part-time employees; or (ii) 100 or more employees, including part-time employees, who in the aggregate work at least 4,000 hours per week, exclusive of hours of overtime.” [57] 33] See Fed. Bank of St.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The previous four Cost Corner articles addressed the Cost Principles pertaining to the general criteria for determining the allowability of costs, direct and indirect costs, accounting for unallowable costs, and penalties for unallowable costs. Manos, Government Contract Cost & Pricing § 13:3 (2023). [24] NASABCA No.

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

More specifically, each BPA holder shall be provided a specific request for quote (RFQ) for procurement requirements of an anticipated total dollar value exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold. Schedule contracts provide for an extensive volume of competitive cost/price offerings. IDVs are not established as “charge accounts.”

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

More specifically, each BPA holder shall be provided a specific request for quote (RFQ) for procurement requirements of an anticipated total dollar value exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold. Schedule contracts provide for an extensive volume of competitive cost/price offerings. IDVs are not established as “charge accounts.”

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Select GCR

JUNE 4, 2024

We cover the eligibility criteria, application steps, and the tangible benefits you can gain from this program, aiming to enhance your competitive edge in government contracting. Once certified, your business becomes eligible for sole-source contracts up to $7 million for manufacturing and $4.5 million or less.

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Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Interview Transcript: Tom Temin So this was protested, not to the [Government Accountability Office (GAO)], but to the court in the first place, the Court of Federal Claims. Stephen Bacon So this was a VA procurement, the [Transformation Twenty-One Total Technology-Next Generation (T4NG)] contract for IT services.

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Select GCR

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Key Takeaways EDWOSB (Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business) certification is aimed at providing federal contracting opportunities to women-owned small businesses that meet specific economic criteria. What is EDWOSB Certification? While all EDWOSBs are WOSBs, not all WOSBs qualify as EDWOSBs.

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The Procurement School

JUNE 25, 2023

In addition to other stakeholders, the public sector is accountable to taxpayers and auditors, while the private sector is under the watchful eye of a company’s board and its shareholders. This generally means conducting an open, fair, and transparent competitive contracting process for any significant contract.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

How they spend taxpayer money is a subject of much debate, but when public buyers explore appropriate opportunities for SME engagement and are curious and open-minded when drafting requirements, SMEs that are responsive and accountable can deliver quality outcomes for economic development.

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Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Such a service will help them land the contracts they want. Accountability Businesses, contractors, and government organisations should have a way to hold each other accountable for their decisions and actions. The public body will formally announce the contract opportunity through a contract notice.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 28, 2025

Public sector procurement information and contracts are available through both free and paid tender search engines. Registration on these portals typically involves creating an account by providing company details and areas of interest. When evaluating tender search tools, these hidden costs need to be taken into account.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Since the beginning of Fiscal Year 2024, the Government Accountability Office has published 35 decisions, but only two of which resulted in decisions sustaining the challenge. To meet this threshold, a protester must demonstrate that, but for the agency’s actions, it would have had a substantial chance of receiving the award.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Further, confirming the broad applicability of CMMC, DOD confirmed that these requirements will be applicable to contracts below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (which currently sits at $250,000). The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement. 89 FR 68274.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 29, 2024

This symposium is an excellent opportunity for contracts and compliance professionals, Federal account executives, and other professionals to stay informed and ensure their organizations are prepared for current and future cybersecurity requirements from their Federal customers. The CMMC 2.0

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Government Contracts & Investigations

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In January 2024, the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) published 31 bid protest decisions, two of which resulted in decisions sustaining the protesters’ challenges. There were also two requests for costs, one of which was denied, and one request for consideration, which was, unsurprisingly, denied.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

We are thrilled to have curated a lineup of experts from various government agencies, including DoD, CISA, GSA, and DOJ, as well as industry to share their insights into the latest cybersecurity programs, policies, and practical solutions. The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement.

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Government Contracts & Global Trade

AUGUST 20, 2024

1] As manufacturers and sales distribution entities embrace AI and incorporate it into their products and services, they should account for and establish policies, procedures, and processes designed to limit personal injury and property damage (and the related exposure) caused by dangerous defects in products that incorporate AI.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 4, 2024

The CBCA held the EULA between Avue and the Federal Government was not a “procurement contract” because the EULA did not obligate Avue to furnish any services, or obligate the Federal Government to pay Avue for any services furnished. This would be a big win for software companies that sell indirectly to the Government.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 18, 2024

Accounting Corner: First Glance: Breakdown of the Alliant 3 Draft Solicitation Authored By: Leo Alvarez, Principal, Dylan Schreiner, Manager, and Molly Menoni, Senior Consultant ; Baker Tilly January 18, 2024 The highly anticipated and closely watched second draft of the Alliant 3 solicitation is finally here! To register, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

However, a recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlighted the importance of improving data collection in these spaces. The only exceptions are for contracts solely for the purchase of Commercial Off-the-Shelf items or contracts under the $10,000 micro-purchase threshold. The CMMC 2.0

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The program is currently testing 20 technologies, including electric vehicle supply equipment, germicidal ultraviolet to sterilize air, and greenhouse gas accounting. Outside of the Commerce Department, the Comptroller General will have one year to study and report on barriers to AI implementation within the Government.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The FIT Act would authorize agencies to make advanced payments for cloud computing services, increase the simplified acquisition threshold from $250,000 to $500,000 and the micro-purchase threshold from $10,000 to $25,000, and require Federal procurement officers to take cross-functional training. The CMMC 2.0

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

million federal employees who will be directly impacted in some way by a federal government shutdown with the majority facing a furlough of an undetermined length. federal government contracts signed every year and they may be impacted by a shutdown. Finally, the federal government spends approximately $1.2

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JANUARY 5, 2024

Crowell & Moring’s Government Contracts Group discusses the most consequential changes for government contractors here. Cost Accounting Section 802 amends 10 U.S.C. The Act also requires agencies to account for any existing inventory of unmanned aircraft manufactured or assembled by covered foreign entities.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 29, 2024

SBA is requesting comments on (1) whether 80 hours per month is an appropriate threshold, (2) whether there should be a minimum number of hours per week, and (3) whether there should be an exception to the 80 hours per month threshold for a limited number (or percentage) of individuals where such individuals are working at least 40 hours per month.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 11, 2024

Applicability All government contractors that handle regulated data under DoD contracts such as CUI and FCI are required to meet CMMC. CMMC requirements, however, are not applicable under the proposed rule to government information systems operated by contractors in support of the government.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Understanding Federal Government Contracting Federal government contracting is a multifaceted process involving the acquisition of goods and services by federal agencies. Governed by a comprehensive set of laws and regulations, this process ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability.

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Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) published a report on mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) in the defense industrial base. On October 17, 2023, the U.S. The report details the current M&A review process of the Department of Defense (“DOD”) and provides recommendations to proactively assess M&A competition risks.

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GovCon & Trade

AUGUST 28, 2023

Whether through the vaccine mandate, minimum wage increase, emissions disclosure rules, or now with Buy America (BA) rules, the Biden administration has long used the government contracting community to advance its domestic policies.

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Inside Government Contracts

MARCH 12, 2024

FHWA is proposing that the definitions of component, manufactured product, and manufacturer be substantially similar to those used in the BABA implementing rule, only making minor changes to account for FHWA’s category of “excluded materials” discussed below.

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SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

SBA’s recently proposed rule seeks to officially broaden the reach of its “Rule of Two”–a government contracting requirement fundamental to supporting our nation’s small business infrastructure, policies, and goals. Looking for the latest government contracting legal news?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

The CBCA held the EULA between Avue and the Federal Government was not a “procurement contract” because the EULA did not obligate Avue to furnish any services, or obligate the Federal Government to pay Avue for any services furnished. The Government Accountability Office disagreed and sustained the protest. [6]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 11, 2024

For bulk sensitive personal data, there is a yet-to-be-determined volume threshold that must be involved in the transaction for it to be covered. Suggested thresholds in the ANPRM range from data sets on 100 U.S. Government (e.g., persons for highly sensitive data to more than 1,000,000 U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 25, 2024

GAO Reviews Agency Progress on Cybersecurity Executive Order MeriTalk reports that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a review on April 18 which found that, while 49 of 55 leadership and oversight requirements from the 2021 Executive Order (EO) on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity have been implemented, five are still unfinished.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Jay Blindauer A contractor takes on a Government contract to make money, and inflation is getting in the way. With inflation eroding value for this long, a Government contractor may need to obtain contract relief. 17] However, FAR 16.203-4 limits the use of the FAR EPA clauses to fixed-price contracts. [18]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Tom’s illustrious career in the private sector also includes working with the Washington Management Group as Vice President for Law and Policy and with AT&T Government Solutions, where, as Senior Counsel, he supported civilian and defense business teams and served as a subject matter expert on government procurement policy issues.

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