In a recent bid protest decision, The DaVinci Company LLC v. United States, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims reaffirmed the enduring authority of the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) in federal procurements. At the center of the...more
8/19/2025
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As the regulatory environment continues to evolve in the new administration, U.S. government contractors are facing an increasingly complex array of legal challenges. Staying compliant and competitive requires close attention...more
4/15/2025
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In 2024 the White House continues to place an emphasis on the U.S. Government’s longstanding domestic purchase preferences. The latest update implementing the domestic purchase preference is the Department of Defense’s Final...more
3/20/2024
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The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council recently issued a final rule that implements the requirements of the Maximizing Use of American-Made Goods, Products, and Materials Executive Order. As discussed below, the...more
The Federal Acquisition Regulation Council recently released a proposed rule to implement the requirements of the Maximizing Use of American-Made Goods, Products, and Materials Executive Order, which was signed by President...more