LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Certified Claims are the primary avenue available to government contractors to recover damages due to changes, delays, inefficiencies, and other government-caused issues – a particularly important point for contractors seeking to maintain positive cashflow while facing the prospect of an economic slowdown or recession.

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NIH NITAAC

MARCH 8, 2022

Now, in part 2 of this series, we’ll finish our discussion of preparation and cover the importance of establishing a clear and coherent solicitation process. Everyone does, here’s how: Contracting Program Industry Can seek constructive feedback and correct areas that are incomplete or ambiguous. What will that do for you?

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Government Contracts & Investigations

OCTOBER 11, 2023

16] The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) frequently challenges the reasonableness of interdivisional work orders, subcontracts with affiliates, and subcontracts with companies owned or managed by former employees. Documenting the negotiation process and rationale are critical for such transactions. 19] KBR Servs., Geotech Div.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MAY 3, 2024

No discussion of the effective administration of Federal procurement can ignore the reality that the Executive Branch and Congress have leveraged the procurement system to affect important social policy goals. As a result of the requirement, contract administration costs are becoming increasingly complex, burdensome, and costly.

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Federal News Network

MAY 3, 2024

No discussion of the effective administration of Federal procurement can ignore the reality that the Executive Branch and Congress have leveraged the procurement system to affect important social policy goals. As a result of the requirement, contract administration costs are becoming increasingly complex, burdensome, and costly.

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Federal News Network

MAY 3, 2024

No discussion of the effective administration of Federal procurement can ignore the reality that the Executive Branch and Congress have leveraged the procurement system to affect important social policy goals. As a result of the requirement, contract administration costs are becoming increasingly complex, burdensome, and costly.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

For that analysis, one may consider the solicitation and supporting documents, the larger context of the contract award, the types of changes that would logically attend the work sought, and possibly the representations made by the previous offerors. and extending the delivery schedule was a major change to the contract.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Rather, FSS contracts include a $2500 guaranteed minimum over 20 years with the opportunity to compete for task and delivery orders. And remember, competing for orders requires consistent, long-term investment by FSS contractors above standard contract administration costs.

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Select GCR

JANUARY 28, 2025

This guide breaks down the major contract types government agencies use, including fixed-price, cost reimbursement, time and materials, and IDIQ contracts. Each contract type has specific uses and benefits, which are important for any business aiming to work with the government.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 13, 2025

Communication with Contracting Officers and Subcontractors : Maintain open lines of communication with your contracting officers. Cost mitigation is particularly important because it is a key consideration in determining whether an equitable adjustment for increased costs resulting from a shutdown should be granted.

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