When bidding on federal contracts, one of the key factors agencies often evaluate is an offeror's past performance. But what happens if your business is new or lacks a performance history? Can you rely on the experience of predecessor companies, key personnel, or subcontractors? Here's a breakdow...
Government agencies use the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) to assess the performance of contractors working on government projects. These evaluations can significantly affect future contracting opportunities. If you disagree with a CPARS evaluation, you can challenge ...
The Defense Priorities and Allocation System (DPAS) is a program managed by the Department of Commerce (DoC) that ensures critical products and services are available for national defense. This system operates under the authority of the Defense Production Act (DPA), which was originally passed in...
When a government employee leaves their job to work for a contractor, they have to follow certain rules to avoid conflicts of interest. These rules are in place to ensure the integrity of government decisions and prevent any unfair advantage for contractors. Avoiding Conflicts of Interest During...
When working on federal government contracts, especially those involving the delivery of technical data, contractors must be aware of how to properly mark the data they deliver to protect their rights. If the data is not marked correctly, the government could end up with broader rights than inten...
When a contract needs to be modified, a contractor may have to ask for a price adjustment. This usually happens through a request for equitable adjustment (REA) or a claim. An REA tends to be viewed as a matter of contract administration, aiming to resolve contract issues through negotiation. A c...
If you're a government contractor in California, understanding California's Public Records Act (CPRA) can give you a competitive edge. This law is designed to promote transparency in government, and it can be used to provide valuable insights into public procurement processes. Let's explore how t...
If your company's bid or proposal information has been requested under the California Public Records Act (CPRA), you may be worried about sensitive information becoming public. The CPRA, found in Government Code §§ 7920 et. seq., is designed to promote transparency by allowing the public access t...
In construction projects, things don't always go as planned. Sometimes, there are disputes about alleged mistakes and whether they need to be fixed. One important concept that comes into play in these situations is the "economic waste doctrine." This doctrine helps frame the analysis when decidin...
In federal construction contracting, the economic waste doctrine plays a key role in ensuring the efficient use of resources. This doctrine comes into play when the cost of fixing or completing construction work to meet exact contract specifications far exceeds the benefits of such corrections. A...
To maximize its prospect for a complete recovery under a claim or REA, a contractor must convincingly demonstrate “Quantum” through the best evidence available.
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William Pannier is a California attorney practicing in the areas of federal, state, and local government contracts. He assists contractors of all sizes, in various industries, across a broad range of issues.