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JANUARY 14, 2025

Small business enterprise certification, particularly MWBE certification, helps minority and women-owned businesses secure government contracts and receive valuable support. Key Takeaways MWBE certification enhances business opportunities for minority and women-owned enterprises by prioritizing them in government contract procurement.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

By understanding the intricacies of prime contracting, businesses can better position themselves to take advantage of government contracting opportunities and expand their operations. Definition of Prime Contractor A prime contractor refers to an entity that receives a government contract to oversee and carry out a project.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Discover how to navigate the process and secure government contracts for your business. Key Takeaways Bidding on government contracts presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially small enterprises, with substantial revenue and credibility benefits. Why Bid on Government Jobs?

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Government Contracts

JUNE 21, 2024

I never expected that glassblowing would strongly influence my work as an attorney, but it has taught me the importance of building a solid foundation for your work, learning from others and committing to a lifetime of practice, says Margaret House at Kalijarvi Chuzi.

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Government Contracts

JULY 3, 2024

Boxing has influenced my legal work by enabling me to confidently hone the skills I've learned from the sport, like the ability to remain calm under pressure, evaluate an opponent's weaknesses and recognize when to seize an important opportunity, says Kirsten Soto at Clyde & Co.

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Government Contracts

JUNE 27, 2024

The Illinois federal judge overseeing the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan said Thursday he was hesitant to delay an October trial after the U.S. Supreme Court removed prosecutors' ability to go after state officials for accepting gratuities.

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ExecutiveBiz

JULY 25, 2024

The Wash100 Award has, over the last decade, staked a claim as the foremost designation of success and influence in the government contracting industry.

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GovCon Wire

APRIL 12, 2024

Wash100 annually celebrates public and private sector executives who have exerted a powerful influence on the government contracting field. Cubic Chairman Mac Curtis recently accepted his 2024 Wash100 Award during a meeting with Jim Garrettson, CEO of Executive Mosaic and founder of the coveted award.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

will eventually ease monetary conditions to influence a lowering of interest rates. [15] Air Force with the expectation that its contract will continue to be renewed during the foreseeable future. 23, 2024), available at [link] ; see also Jay Blindauer, Government Contracts Inflation Update, blindauerlaw.com (Mar.

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Government Contracts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Supreme Court on Monday declined to review the bribery convictions of a former attorney who solicited and accepted payments from an environmental contractor to influence three Puerto Rican mayors and helped the contractor secure government contracts worth millions of dollars.

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Whistleblower Network News

MAY 10, 2024

Under the FCA’s qui tam provisions, whistleblowers with knowledge of government contracting fraud may file lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. government. In successful suits, qui tam whistleblowers are entitled to 15-30% of the government’s recoveries. Boynton, head of the Justice Department’s Civil Division.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

9] Costs of compensation established under covered labor-management agreements are deemed reasonable unless the costs are “unwarranted” by the character and circumstances of the work or “discriminatory” against the Government. [10] Manos, Government Contract Cost & Pricing § 13:3 (2023). [24] DCAA, DCAM ¶ 6-413.1.c.

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ExecutiveBiz

APRIL 22, 2024

GovCon Index is an aggregate index that tracks stock market data from 30 companies with significant influence on the government contracting industry. Last week, GovCon Index recovered from a two-week slump with a rise of 0.13% that brought the average to $4,786.97.

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ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The esteemed Wash100 Award annually recognizes those with far-reaching influence in the government contracting field. Transportation Command , with a 2024 Wash100 Award for her tireless work to advance the nation’s logistics readiness and strengthen partnerships. Visit Wash100.com com to cast your votes.

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ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

government become more cloud-centric. The Wash100 Award symbolizes excellence in leadership and influence within the government contracting sector, and we are proud to be acknowledged among such distinguished peers,” emphasized Luthra. Luthra receives the award for his exceptional progress in helping the U.S.

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Federal News Network

JULY 25, 2024

A diligent review will typically include: Accounting for the parties’ relative business cases for entering into the agreement, including factors influencing negotiating leverage (is the subcontractor the only practical choice to supply the relevant goods or services, or does the prime have other options?)

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GovCon Wire

MARCH 24, 2024

The chip market in the United States remains a vital segment for the federal government. Present and emerging technologies depend on semiconductors, including the weapons and systems needed to succeed in the most critical missions. The CHIPS Act of 2022 propels the US chip market to remain competitive. Let’s explore the CHIPS Act and

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Government Contracts Navigator

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

President and Fellows of Harvard College is poised to significantly influence Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) practices and Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) programs and affirmative action requirements for government contracts. Supreme Court decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc.

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GovSpend

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

As we begin the second quarter of the federal Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), we find ourselves amidst changes that will impact federal contracting in numerous ways. However, this is also the time to review and analyze the federal governments contract awards for the previous fiscal year (FY24), which ended on September 30, 2024.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

By the end of fiscal 2024, $384 billion of the governments contract obligations or 78.5% Governmentwide, agencies avoided $16.7 billion in costs through category management in fiscal 2024, nearly 29% above their goal for the year.

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USFCR

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The federal government's fiscal year kicks off on October 1st , marking the beginning of Q1 (October to December). This period is crucial for businesses aiming to secure government contracts. Agencies start implementing new budgets, directly influencing contracting opportunities.

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ExecutiveBiz

MAY 2, 2024

SAIC Executive Vice President Vincent DiFronzo accepted his 2024 Wash100 Award — the highest honor in government contracting — from Executive Mosaic CEO Jim Garrettson in an in-person meeting at one of EM’s elite 4×24 leadership series dinner engagements.

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APRIL 30, 2024

WOSB certification connects you with other women-owned businesses, industry groups, and government agencies focused on promoting diversity and inclusion. By obtaining this certification, you gain access to specialized government contracts and procurement opportunities designated specifically for WOSBs.

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SmallGovCon

JANUARY 31, 2024

They restrict the financial support a Non-Qualifying Veteran may provide to a VSB and prohibit any financial dependence or influence. Looking for the latest government contracting legal news? The post Why File: A VOSB or SDVOSB Status Protest first appeared on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog.

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Government Contracts

JANUARY 16, 2025

My experience playing rugby, including a near-fatal accident, has influenced my legal practice on a professional, organizational and personal level by showing me the importance of maintaining empathy, fostering team empowerment and embracing the art of preparation, says James Gillenwater at Greenberg Traurig.

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Government Contracts

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Department of Health and Human Services' interpretation of the Anti-Kickback Statute is influenced by a number of reproductive rights and health equity issues that the Office of Inspector General should address more concretely, including in vitro fertilization and fertility preservation programs, says Mary Kohler at Kohler Health Law.

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ExecutiveBiz

MARCH 11, 2024

GovCon Index is an aggregate index that tracks real-time data from 30 key players in the government contracting industry.

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Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The ultimate determination depends on a variety of non-exclusive factors relating to that source or article, including the functionality and features of the covered articles; the security, authenticity, and integrity of covered articles; ownership of, control of, or influence over the source or covered article(s) by a foreign government or parties (..)

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GovCon Wire

MARCH 24, 2024

With more than a century of experience, it has made a name as a pioneer in cutting-edge technological solutions that influence the direction of the aerospace and defense industries. About Lockheed Martin

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JUNE 12, 2024

On May 13, 2024, the Department of Defense (DoD) issued an instruction implementing policies and procedures that DoD will use to identify contractors (including uncleared contractors) requiring foreign ownership, control, and influence (FOCI) determinations, review related information, and address FOCI concerns. View the full article

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Government Contracts

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The discipline of performing live music has directly and positively influenced my effectiveness as a litigator — serving as a reminder that practice, intuition and team building are all important elements of a successful law practice, says Jeff Wakolbinger at Bryan Cave.

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Government Contracts

APRIL 17, 2024

The operator of a commercial casino and horse racetrack has sued three tribal-owned casinos in Minnesota federal court on claims they're violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act, accusing them of running criminal gambling activities that break state and federal laws.

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Government Contracts

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Department of Health and Human Services advisory opinion highlights concerns that valuable free products and other inducements may influence patients and providers to choose one manufacturer’s product over another, notwithstanding that such free healthcare products may be a benefit, say attorneys at Morgan Lewis. A recent U.S.

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Government Contracts

DECEMBER 5, 2023

A cryptocurrency influencer and owner of a Pittsburgh-based AI app company said his former chief investment officer faked his bona fides as an attorney and pilot when enticing him to buy a Colorado prisoner-transport company, then backed out of the business and sabotaged its prospects, according to a lawsuit filed in Pennsylvania state court.

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JULY 16, 2024

The program aims to foster the growth and development of these businesses by providing access to government contracts, specialized business training, and networking opportunities. One of the primary benefits of 8(a) certification is access to federal government contracting opportunities.

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JULY 16, 2024

The program aims to foster the growth and development of these businesses by providing access to government contracts, specialized business training, and networking opportunities. One of the primary benefits of 8(a) certification is access to federal government contracting opportunities.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Background The case relates to an award issued by a Geneva-seated ICC tribunal constituted pursuant to a Swiss law-governed contract executed between General Dynamics United Kingdom (“GD UK”) and the State of Libya (“Libya”) for the supply of communication and information systems to be installed in Libyan army vehicles (the “Contract”).

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