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Commonly Used Best Value Determination Source Selection Evaluation Factors for Government Contracts & FAR Protests

Without a grasp of the commonly used best value source selection criteria and evaluation factors in agency source selection evaluations, protestors often find themselves at a disadvantage during the litigation stages. Government contracting agencies frequently use various evaluation techniques in their best value source selection process. Although companies may disagree with the results… Read more »

Types of Government Contracts

It is crucial to understand the types of government contracts in federal contracting because different types can create different remedies. The various types of government contracts impact your financial implications and work responsibilities and performance in numerous ways. You want to make sure you understand what type of contract you… Read more »

Termination for Default Government Contracts & Reprocurement Costs

When the federal government awards a contract, the Termination for Default Clause acts to the agency’s advantage in the end.When contractors attempt the appeal the agency’s contract termination for cause action, there are specific rules you must be aware of. One of them is paying damages to the government for… Read more »

Appearing Pro Se Risks in Government Contracts Litigation

Can I Appear Pro Se in Government Contracts Litigation? Rather than hiring a government contracts attorney, some company owners attempt to file their own dispute against the federal government. This is called appearing pro se – choosing to advocate on your own behalf than being represented by a lawyer. Choosing to appear… Read more »

Commercial Off the Shelf Products in Government Contracts – What Are COTS Contracts

In government contracting, agencies sometimes buy commercial off the shelf items and services (COTS Items). Simply put, when the government buys these commercial items or services, there is not much that must change. Getting involved in disputes with the government or engaging in bid protest litigation can create a huge… Read more »

SBA 8(a) Program Government Procurement fraud Schemes & Corruption in Government Contracts

A recent SBA procurement fraud schemes and corruption case resulted in four retired and one active-duty Army National Guard official pleading guilty to their role in procurement fraud crimes under the SBA 8(a) Program. The result and consequences of procurement fraud and corruption ended in the award of millions of dollars… Read more »

Common Law Right of Set off in Government Contracts May Be Adjusted

The government has a federal common law right of set off costs, also referred to as offset, to balance mutual debts and it can be used as a defense against a contractor to better reconcile competing claims. It is important to understand, as a contractor, when the government may be able… Read more »

Environmental Cleanup Costs under Government Contracts Public Law 85-804 & CERCLA

Environmental cleanup costs incurred with government contracts can be extremely high when applying Public Law 85-804. It is important to understand when you, as a government contractor, are liable for these costs and when you may be able to recover them from the Federal Government, potentially saving you millions of dollars. Allowable… Read more »

Quantum Meruit Claims and Damages in Federal Government Contracts

When Do You Qualify for Quantum Meruit Claim Recovery in Federal Government Contract Claims Against the Federal Government? If you have a written contract, this can be a tricky undertaking. Filing quantum meruit claims against the federal government can be confusing to businesses and individuals. Understanding what quantum meruit damages… Read more »

Grounds Supporting Termination for Default Letter of Government Contracts

Recently, many contractors have questions about the grounds supporting a termination for default letter. When seeking to appeal default termination, the evidence, procedure, and how the court decides a case is essential to the litigation strategy. For example, when looking at the Termination for Default clause (T4D) of the contract,… Read more »

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