The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a new proposed rule on August 20, 2026 that will overhaul how it defines small businesses.[1] If finalized, the rule would be one
Continue Reading Big Is Now Small?Second Settlement Under the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative Highlights Increased False Claims Act Scrutiny of Federal Contractors’ DEI-Related Practices
On August 25, 2026, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced a $21.5 million civil False Claim Act (“FCA”) settlement with the large professional services (consulting) firm, Deloitte LLP (“Deloitte”).[1]
Continue Reading Second Settlement Under the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative Highlights Increased False Claims Act Scrutiny of Federal Contractors’ DEI-Related PracticesClient Alert—CMMC Level 2 November Deadline Suspended Indefinitely
On July 13, 2026, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced the immediate suspension of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 third-party assessment requirements, which were originally scheduled to
Continue Reading Client Alert—CMMC Level 2 November Deadline Suspended IndefinitelyRFO Consolidation Limitations Do Not Apply to BPAs, Says GAO
Contractors tracking the government’s growing reliance on Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) and the rollout of the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) should take note of Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Continue Reading RFO Consolidation Limitations Do Not Apply to BPAs, Says GAOLate Is Late—Even When a Government Firewall Captures Your Proposal
In Rick Aviation, Inc. v. United States, the Court of Federal Claims (COFC) tackled a novel application of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) “late is late” rule. The question
Continue Reading Late Is Late—Even When a Government Firewall Captures Your ProposalIt’s Official: RFO Enters Formal Rulemaking
The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) finally has moved into formal rulemaking, and it comes with a few surprises. The FAR Council completed the first phase of the RFO in September
Continue Reading It’s Official: RFO Enters Formal Rulemaking
Warp Speed Ahead: Agencies Move Quickly to Implement Anti-DEI Clause
Contractors have begun receiving modifications to existing contracts implementing the new DEI clause mandated by Executive Order 14398 “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.” Shortly after the executive
Continue Reading Warp Speed Ahead: Agencies Move Quickly to Implement Anti-DEI ClauseFederal Circuit’s Decision Provides Clear Warning for Non-Intervening Awardees to Protect Their Rights
A recent decision by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit provides clear guidance for contract awardees: violations of redaction requirements by protesters or other parties will not save
Continue Reading Federal Circuit’s Decision Provides Clear Warning for Non-Intervening Awardees to Protect Their RightsNo Harm, No Foul: GAO Reminds Protesters that Competitive Prejudice Must Be Shown When the Agency Waives a Material Solicitation Requirement
In J&J Maintenance, Inc., B-423821.2; B-423821.3 (April 20, 2026), the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) issued a decision that provides a helpful reminder for government contractors pursuing bid protests.
Continue Reading No Harm, No Foul: GAO Reminds Protesters that Competitive Prejudice Must Be Shown When the Agency Waives a Material Solicitation RequirementCIRCIA Is Coming: What Government Contractors Need to Know About the Upcoming Cyber Incident Reporting Rules
The federal government’s most sweeping cyber incident reporting mandate is approaching its final stages, and government contractors across a wide range of industries should be paying close attention. The Cyber
Continue Reading CIRCIA Is Coming: What Government Contractors Need to Know About the Upcoming Cyber Incident Reporting Rules