Plain and simple: shutdowns harm small business. Join us for an update on the latest, what’s ahead, and how the nation's most important economic community can navigate the stalemate, especially for those small-business owners who do business with the government. Broadcasting live from Continue Reading
GovCon Legal Essentials: Teaming and Subcontracting 101
In this special 90 min installment of the M&E GovCon webinar series, M&E GovCon partner Maria Panichelli provides contractors with an overview of everything they need to know about teaming and subcontracting on federal projects, from both a prime and subcontractor point of view. As a Continue Reading
The Fundamentals of the Trade Agreements Act
This is session 2 of 4 in The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series In this webinar, Philip Lee introduces the Trade Agreements Act and explores when and how it applies, with a particular focus on how it interacts with the Buy American Act. They explore how to identify situations where Continue Reading
Critical Considerations in Negotiating Federal Subcontracts
Federal contracting is complicated. Subcontracting on federal jobs can sometimes be even more so. A successful subcontracting relationship on a federal project requires the parties to consider not only their own interests, but also the interests of the end user, the government. This balancing act Continue Reading
The Fundamentals of the Buy American Act
This is session 1 of 4 in The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series In this webinar, Philip Lee introduces attendees to the Buy American Act and the clauses and regulations implementing the BAA. They discuss the basic requirements of the BAA, and what exceptions to the Buy American Act Continue Reading
Navigating Eligibility Challenges in Federal Set-Aside Contracts
Competition for federal set-aside contracts is fierce, leading to frequent size and status protests in many small business procurements. Yet, many contractors are unaware that they can challenge a competitor's eligibility for these awards through the protest process. Maria Panichelli reviews the Continue Reading
Government Contract Compliance and Cybersecurity
Alex Major and Franklin Turner provide important guidance for government contractors who are seeking to ensure compliance with the government’s rapidly expanding cybersecurity requirements. Contractors learn about the statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to contractors including: Continue Reading
CMMC Webinar: Final DFARS CMMC Rule
The DoD has issued the Final Rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), which triggers the phased implementation of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. Alex Major speaks about the timelines and implications of the new Final Rule on your Continue Reading
Pre-Award Protests: Your Secret Weapon for More Contract Opportunities
Most contractors only know post-award protests. Big mistake. Pre-award protests—challenging solicitation terms before proposals are due—can be your competitive edge. Maria Panichelli reveals how to spot protest-worthy issues like overly restrictive requirements, ambiguous terms, and legal Continue Reading
Advanced Topics in Bid Protest Litigation: Protestable Issues Pre- and Post- Award
Part 3 of our 3-Part Miniseries on Bid Protests We’ve covered bid protest basics, and bid protest procedures, so now it’s time to dive into the substantive issues at the heart of bid protest litigation. In this webinar, experienced protest attorney Maria Panichelli provides a deeper look into Continue Reading