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As a general rule, the Federal Government does not deal directly with subcontractors, and the CDA only grants the CBCA jurisdiction over “procurementcontracts” (i.e., agreements between a prime contractor and the Federal Government). the software company’s) EULA is incorporated into the procurementcontract.
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Not addressed are more outlying possibilities for a remedysuch as a Fifth Amendment violation, ministerial function negligence under the Federal Tort Claims Act, suit against a Government official or agent as acting outside the scope of the Westfall Act (e.g., for tortious interference with a contract), etc. See, e.g., United States v.
As a general rule, the Federal Government does not deal directly with subcontractors, and the CDA only grants the CBCA jurisdiction over “procurementcontracts” (i.e., agreements between a prime contractor and the Federal Government). the software company’s) EULA is incorporated into the procurementcontract.
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Legal Corner: The Impact of Chevron Reversal on GovernmentContracting Authored by David Black and Eric Crusius; Holland and Knight The Legal Corner provides the procurement community with an opportunity to share insights and comments on relevant legal issues of the day. Numerous procurement policies have come subsequently.
We strongly encourage you to review these various issues and provide us with your feedback as we shape our responses to submit to the government on behalf of our members. The new EPA clause proposed by GSA is 552.238-118 Economic Price Adjustment—Federal Supply Schedule Contracts. To register, click here.
4 The Court rejected the government’s contention that because OTs are not procurementcontracts subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), they are necessarily removed from the Court’s bid protest jurisdiction. Examining the text and legislative history of the OT statutes at issue (i.e., To register, click here.
Marcia built an outstanding career as a procurement lawyer, as evidenced by her numerous accolades and contributions to the governmentcontracting community. Recognized as a well-respected leader and consummate professional across the procurement community, Marcia founded and led Mayer Brown’s US GovernmentContracts practice.
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