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Why File: A GAO Bid Protest Intervention

SmallGovCon

JANUARY 21, 2025

When contractors think of GAO Bid Protests, most think of the process from the perspective of the protester. However, the contract awardee is not without a voice in the bid protest process at GAO. First, what even is an intervenor in a GAO bid protest? the protester loses). the protester loses).

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Dell Whistleblower Suit Leads to $4.3 Million Settlement over Non-Competitive Bids to the Army

Whistleblower Network News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

collectively Dell), located in Austin, Texas, agreed to pay $2,300,000 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by submitting non-competitive bids to the U.S. Fraud in the government contracting process costs taxpayers untold dollars each year,” said U.S. and Dell Federal Systems L.P. Attorney Prim F.

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How to Bid on Government Jobs: A Practical Guide

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Want to bid on government jobs? This guide explains each step, from finding opportunities and registering in SAM, to crafting a strong bid and increasing your chances of winning contracts. Discover how to navigate the process and secure government contracts for your business. Why Bid on Government Jobs?

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Strategies for Dealing with a Government Shutdown

SmallGovCon

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Shuttering of the government (or parts of the government) following appropriations lapses has become an increasingly common phenomenon in recent times. Funding lapses interrupt the usual predictability of government operations, which harms both agencies and federal contractors that are left in limbo with stop work orders.

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No Protesting Canceled Contracts, Says COFC

SmallGovCon

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Often contractors will protest an award, then learn that the contract at issue was cancelled by the government due to corrective action. Court of Federal Claims (COFC) heard a bid protest in which a protested procurement saw its contract and orders cancelled due to corrective action, but the protester wanted to continue protesting.

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Tab for access: How New York City is increasing participation and access to government contracts

Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 9, 2025

But until recently, like many governments, New York City relied on antiquated systems and lacked the tools to take full advantage of its procurement data. And how do you successfully bid on those opportunities? This is an enormous amount of spending, more than most U.S. states or indeed many countries. How do you find opportunities?

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2024 GAO Bid Protest Report: Numbers Down, Effectiveness Still Even Odds

SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As we look forward to fall traditions like turkey and mashed potatoes, pumpkin spice, and leaf peeping, don’t sleep on another fall tradition, the GAO bid protest report. This report is GAO’s summary of bid protests for the previous fiscal year. It also summarizes the general statistics for bid protest decisions.

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Should Bid Protest Losers Pay?

Inside Government Contracts

AUGUST 21, 2023

Section 804 of the House-enacted version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 would establish a “loser pays” pilot program to require contractors to reimburse the Department of Defense for costs incurred in “processing” bid protests that are ultimately denied by the Government Accountability Office.

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GAO’s 2023 Bid Protest Report: More Than Meets the Eye

GovCon & Trade

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

On October 26, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) sent its annual bid protest report to Congress, which reflected a dramatic increase in protests filed following four straight years of decline. The report provides important insights into the current state of GAO bid protests. Increase in the sustain rate.

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GovCon Legal Essentials: Effective Use of Debriefings in Bid Protests

Government Contracts & Global Trade

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Part 1 of our 3-Part Miniseries on Bid Protests In todays competitive federal marketplace, bid protests are an almost inevitable feature of many infrastructure procurements. EST REGISTER HERE The post GovCon Legal Essentials: Effective Use of Debriefings in Bid Protests appeared first on McCarter & English, LLP.

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Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

Select GCR

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Want to start selling to governments but dont know where to begin? This guide breaks down the crucial steps: identifying contracting opportunities, understanding procurement processes, and building relationships with government buyers. Dive in to learn strategies that can help you secure lucrative government contracts.

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GAO’s Annual Bid Protest Report: Protest Filings and Sustain Rate Soar

Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 27, 2023

On Thursday, GAO released its Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2023 , which provides bid protest statistics and other interesting information regarding GAO’s protest system. GAO’s annual bid protest report continues to provide useful information regarding GAO’s protest system.

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Pricing Federal Contract Bids: Do’s and Don’ts

Government Contracts & Global Trade

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

But in today’s government market, there are a lot of areas that can confuse a contractor’s pricing strategy. And when you win the bid, the questions remain: “will we make a profit?” The most important section in your federal proposal and contract will always be pricing – just ask any CEO or federal buyer.

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Procurement Methods vs. Solicitation Tools: What Every Procurement Professional Needs to Know

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Yet, these terms—such as Request for Quotations (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Expressions of Interest (REOI), and Invitation for Bids (IFB)—are technically indicative of distinct concepts. These methods may include Shopping , Limited Competitive Bidding , Force Account , or Direct Contracting.

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How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

Select GCR

MARCH 4, 2025

How do I get government contracts? This article simplifies the process: understanding the basics, finding the right opportunities, preparing your business, and crafting winning bids. For small businesses, engaging with government contracts opens doors to new customers and revenue opportunities.

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Bid Protest Minute: The High Bar to Proving Contract Officer Bias

GovCon & Trade

DECEMBER 18, 2023

By: Richard Arnholt On November 8, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) denied an unsuccessful bidder’s protest that asserted the Veteran Administration’s (VA) evaluation of Texas Waste Company’s past performance was unreasonable and reflected the Contracting Officer’s (CO) bias. B-418123.4, 9, 2020, 2020 CPD ¶ 397 at 5.)

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Bid Protest Minute: GAO’s Task Order Jurisdiction

GovCon & Trade

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

On December 21, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) dismissed a protest by ELS, an unsuccessful bidder on a Department of Defense (DOD) task order opportunity, concluding that it did not have jurisdiction to consider it. If you have any questions about GAO jurisdiction or the bid protest rules, please contact the author.

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GovCon FAQs: Do I need an SBA MPA for a JV?

SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Our firm handles a wide variety of federal procurement and contract matters, from bid protests, size protests, joint ventures, socio-economic certifications, to everything in between. then the joint venture may bid on that procurement without needing to form the joint venture under an SBA-Approved Mentor Protege Agreement.

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Building Opportunities: How Construction Expos Help Contractors Secure Federal Infrastructure Contracts

USFCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Contractors Secure Federal Infrastructure Contracts The federal government continues to invest heavily in infrastructure, from rebuilding highways and bridges to constructing military facilities and disaster recovery projects.

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Bid Protest Minute: Recent Decision Imparts Lessons on Timeliness of Solicitation Challenges and Prejudice

GovCon & Trade

DECEMBER 5, 2023

On November 21, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) denied an unsuccessful bidder’s protest, arguing that the terms of a solicitation were biased and that the awardee failed to comply with a mandatory solicitation requirement. We explore the two most salient aspects of the decision below.

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Bid Protest Minute: Proving an Organizational Conflict of Interest Exists

GovCon & Trade

JANUARY 22, 2024

The general rule is to avoid strictly any conflict of interest or even the appearance of a conflict of interest in Government contractor relationships.” If you have any questions about the terms of a solicitation, the bid protest rules, or how to challenge a past performance rating, please contact the author.

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How to Submit a Government Bid That Gets Results

USFCR

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The USFCR blog provides articles, news, videos, and training on government contracting, SAM.gov (System for Award Management) and SAM registrations.

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Coming to a contract protest near you, loser pays legal fees

Federal News Network

JANUARY 9, 2025

It calls on the Defense Department and the Government Accountability Office to develop a plan to test a novel idea: having companies that lose bid protests to repay DoD for legal costs. What are the differences in the conditions under which the government could recover? Tom Temin: OK, so what is the gambit now? Tom Temin: Right.

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DoD’s multi-billion dollar moving contract faces another legal challenge

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Over the past four and a half years, the Defense Department has faced at least four separate rounds of bid protest litigation challenging its multi-billion dollar overhaul of the militarys household goods moving system. The government has until Jan. Its now gearing up for a fifth. 13 and National Van Lines on Dec. 13 complaint.

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Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 420 – Accounting for IR&D Costs and Bid & Proposal B&P Costs

Redstone Government Consulting

APRIL 25, 2024

Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 420 outlines accounting standards for Independent Research and Development (IR&D) and Bid & Proposal (B&P) costs incurred by government contractors, ensuring consistent and transparent reporting.

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Bid Protest Minute: Recent Decision Imparts Lessons on Timeliness of Solicitation Challenges and Prejudice

GovCon & Trade

DECEMBER 5, 2023

On November 21, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) denied an unsuccessful bidder’s protest, arguing that the terms of a solicitation were biased and that the awardee failed to comply with a mandatory solicitation requirement. We explore the two most salient aspects of the decision below.

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Advanced Topics in Bid Protest Litigation: Protestable Issues Pre- and Post- Award

Government Contracts & Global Trade

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Part 3 of our 3-Part Miniseries on Bid Protests Weve covered bid protest basics, and bid protest procedures, so now its time to dive into the substantive issues at the heart of bid protest litigation. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 12:00 p.m. -1:00

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2023 Bid Protest Report, Success Rate Up, Total Protests Up a Little Bit

SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Rather, it’s time for GAO’s annual bid protest report. This report is GAO’s summary of bid protests for the previous fiscal year. It also summarizes the general statistics for bid protest decisions. And unlike last year, all agencies followed GAO’s recommendations in connection with bid protests.

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Fla. Ex-Rep's Bid For Evidence In Foreign Agent Case Denied

Government Contracts

JANUARY 15, 2025

A Florida federal judge on Wednesday denied a former congressman's bid to force U.S. prosecutors to turn over evidence showing the government improperly directed Venezuela's state-owned oil company to file a New York lawsuit against his consulting firm to obtain evidence in his criminal case, calling the request speculative.

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4 Takeaways: GAO Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for FY 2023

Discussions & Clarifications

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Government Accountability Office ("GAO") published its much anticipated Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2023. GAO's annual report is required under the Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 ("CICA") and provides the government contracting community with good insight into GAO's bid protest function. [1]

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Smarter collaboration: How Mexico City delivers major projects through inclusive planning

Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For procuring officials, the pre-bidding documents module also streamlines their workload by consolidating feedback in a single, organized platform. Open by design The pre-bidding module was designed specifically for complex procedures that are highly technical or likely to have a significant impact on citizens.

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Top Resources for Small Business Government Contractors

Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Want to expand your small business with government contracts? This article covers how a small business government contractor can qualify, find opportunities, and thrive in this space. government has ramped up efforts to reserve more contracts specifically for small businesses. Recognizing the potential, the U.S.

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5 Takeaways: GAO Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for FY 2024

Discussions & Clarifications

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

On November 18, the Government Accountability Office ("GAO") released its much-anticipated Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2024 , which was submitted to Congress on November 14. 1] Government contractors and other industry professionals that become familiar.

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Advanced Topics in Bid Protest Litigation: Venues, Procedures, and Timelines

Government Contracts & Global Trade

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Part 2 of our 3-Part Miniseries on Bid Protests Now that weve talked about Bid Protests fundamentals in part 1, its time to talk about the mechanics and procedures involved in bid protest litigation. Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:00 p.m. -1:00

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Bid Protest Spotlight: Standing, Brand-Name or Equal, Insufficient Documentation

Government Contract Insights

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This month’s bid protest roundup highlights one decision from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and two decisions from the U.S.

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Mastering How to Get Government Contracts

Select GCR

MAY 7, 2024

Trying to figure out how to get a government contract? This no-nonsense guide walks you through the contracting process, from initial eligibility to bidding, and ultimately enables your small business to win contracts available every fiscal year. You’re in the right place!

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Government Contracting Tools: How To Choose The Best Software

GovCon Wire

MAY 7, 2024

Choosing the right government contracting tools can help government contractors make bids, keep track of contract progress, and ensure compliance. What are Government Contracting Tools? A government contracting tool is a computer program that systematizes the

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Has the GAO Opened the Door to Certain Other Transaction (OT) Bid Protests?

Government Contract Insights

JUNE 5, 2024

Bid protests of other transaction agreements, also known as “OTs” or “OTAs,” are a common topic for this blog.

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Why File: A COFC Protest

SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As a federal contractor, there are many factors to consider in filing a potential bid protest. In this post, we look at the potential considerations, both pros and cons, for filing a bid protest at the Court of Federal Claims (COFC). There are fewer cases in COFC, but the bid protest numbers appear to be growing at COFC.

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Common Mistakes in Termination Proposals for Government Contracts

Redstone Government Consulting

JANUARY 11, 2024

The Government can terminate its contracts, in whole or in part, through special contract clauses referred to as “ termination clauses.”

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As the Acquisition World Turns: OFPP turns heat up on primes

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Government Accountability Office’s annual report to Congress on the state of bid protests always is fascinating. Source: GAO Bid Protest Report to Congress for Fiscal 2024. Let’s get back to GAO’s bid protest report. gov” address, but have a non-government domain extension such as “.net”, org”, or “.com.”

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Landscape maintenance supplies and equipment are often near the top of local government shopping lists

American City & Country

AUGUST 27, 2024

City and county governments are often key buyers of landscape equipment and supplies, says Keith McGinty , director of bids and government accounts at SiteOne Landscape Supply , a firm that sells soil maintenance products, irrigation, lighting, nursery products, tools, equipment, safety items and hardscapes in addition to landscape supplies.

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A policy update for government contractors

Federal News Network

APRIL 9, 2024

Jason Workmaster, Miller and Chevalier This week on Off the Shelf , Jason Workmaster from Miller Chevalier provides a legal and policy update for government contractors. The post A policy update for government contractors first appeared on Federal News Network.

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Government Contracting in State and Local Markets

Select GCR

MARCH 26, 2024

In the world of business, winning contracts from the government can be a game-changer, offering stability and lucrative opportunities. Various Opportunities Just like the federal government, state and local governments need all sorts of goods and services to function smoothly.

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Why File: A GAO Bid Protest Intervention

Dell Whistleblower Suit Leads to $4.3 Million Settlement over Non-Competitive Bids to the Army

Trending Sources

How to Bid on Government Jobs: A Practical Guide

Strategies for Dealing with a Government Shutdown

No Protesting Canceled Contracts, Says COFC

Tab for access: How New York City is increasing participation and access to government contracts

2024 GAO Bid Protest Report: Numbers Down, Effectiveness Still Even Odds

Should Bid Protest Losers Pay?

GAO’s 2023 Bid Protest Report: More Than Meets the Eye

GovCon Legal Essentials: Effective Use of Debriefings in Bid Protests

Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

GAO’s Annual Bid Protest Report: Protest Filings and Sustain Rate Soar

Pricing Federal Contract Bids: Do’s and Don’ts

Procurement Methods vs. Solicitation Tools: What Every Procurement Professional Needs to Know

How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

Bid Protest Minute: The High Bar to Proving Contract Officer Bias

Bid Protest Minute: GAO’s Task Order Jurisdiction

GovCon FAQs: Do I need an SBA MPA for a JV?

Building Opportunities: How Construction Expos Help Contractors Secure Federal Infrastructure Contracts

Bid Protest Minute: Recent Decision Imparts Lessons on Timeliness of Solicitation Challenges and Prejudice

Bid Protest Minute: Proving an Organizational Conflict of Interest Exists

How to Submit a Government Bid That Gets Results

Coming to a contract protest near you, loser pays legal fees

DoD’s multi-billion dollar moving contract faces another legal challenge

Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 420 – Accounting for IR&D Costs and Bid & Proposal B&P Costs

Bid Protest Minute: Recent Decision Imparts Lessons on Timeliness of Solicitation Challenges and Prejudice

Advanced Topics in Bid Protest Litigation: Protestable Issues Pre- and Post- Award

2023 Bid Protest Report, Success Rate Up, Total Protests Up a Little Bit

Fla. Ex-Rep's Bid For Evidence In Foreign Agent Case Denied

4 Takeaways: GAO Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for FY 2023

Smarter collaboration: How Mexico City delivers major projects through inclusive planning

Top Resources for Small Business Government Contractors

5 Takeaways: GAO Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for FY 2024

Advanced Topics in Bid Protest Litigation: Venues, Procedures, and Timelines

Bid Protest Spotlight: Standing, Brand-Name or Equal, Insufficient Documentation

Mastering How to Get Government Contracts

Government Contracting Tools: How To Choose The Best Software

Has the GAO Opened the Door to Certain Other Transaction (OT) Bid Protests?

Why File: A COFC Protest

Common Mistakes in Termination Proposals for Government Contracts

As the Acquisition World Turns: OFPP turns heat up on primes

Landscape maintenance supplies and equipment are often near the top of local government shopping lists

A policy update for government contractors

Government Contracting in State and Local Markets

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