What is Trade Agreements Act Compliance? Is Your Company TAA Compliant? The 1979 Trade Agreements Act (TAA) was established to promote equitable and transparent international trade. According to the TAA stipulations, goods and services listed under your GSA Schedule contract should be made exclusively in the U.S. or produced in… Read more »
The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) applies to GSA Schedule Contracts, requiring that all products listed on the contract be manufactured or “substantially transformed” in either the United States or a TAA-compliant “designated country”. The designated TAA compliant countries encompass: 1. Countries under the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement. 2…. Read more »
Understanding the Trade Agreements Act TAA Compliance for Government Contractors and Avoid Civil and Criminal Liability Theodore P Watson, Esq. In government contracting, adherence to regulations and compliance requirements is paramount. The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) is a crucial aspect that contractors must understand and comply with in order to… Read more »
The Department of Justice (DOJ) conducts investigations into potential wrongdoing by government contractors. The DOJ investigation process can vary depending on the nature and complexity of the alleged misconduct. What Does the DOJ Investigate? The Department of Justice (DOJ) plays a crucial role in investigating and prosecuting government contract cases… Read more »
Complying with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) as a federal contractor is of utmost importance for success in government contracting, and it’s essential to understand all its components. Should you fail to do so, there may be serious penalties like civil or criminal charges as well as loss of contracts… Read more »
Companies that engage with government contracts overseas should be well aware of the harsh penalties associated with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act violations (FCPA). Getting your internal staffed trained and executives aware of the steep fines and disruption of the business reputation can save you from unnecessary litigation, civil and criminal… Read more »
Are you selling products to the federal government legally from Buy American Act countries or Trade Agreements Act countries. Our Lawyers Help Clients Nationwide to Minimize or Avoid Costly Mistakes, Hefty Fines, and Jail Time When Facing Trade Agreements TAA Compliant Deficiencies and Buy American Act Investigations. Federal Law Enforcement… Read more »
U.S. Government contracts are solicited in Barbados, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and other Caribbean locations. Federal government contract solicitations are often issued by the United States Embassy to Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean, and the OECS for the acquisition of commodities and/or services. Small business contractors in these areas must be familiar… Read more »
When filing claims against the government, under the theory of equitable subrogation, there are some tricky rules of law in place. For example, in a recent Court of Federal Claims case, Fidelity and Guaranty Insurance Underwriters, et al. v. United States, No. 14-84 C (Nov. 19, 2014), the court ruled that under… Read more »
Security facility clearance compliance decisions and internal practices are important aspects of being able to perform government contracts. When companies are facing judicial scrutiny or adverse legal actions, it is important to understand the laws and regulations that regulate facility clearances and individuals complying with those laws. As a government… Read more »