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What the SBA’s 8(a) program audit means for small businesses

SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler recently announced a comprehensive audit of the 8(a) Business Development (BD) program. While the full scope and implications are still unfolding, it’s crucial for participants, applicants,...more

How does Executive Order 14306 shift the cyber strategy for government contractors?

On June 6, a new Executive Order (EO) on cybersecurity altered the compliance landscape for federal contractors. The order pauses the imminent requirement for software vendors to formally attest compliance with the Secure...more

Department of Defense opens comment period on major changes to defense contracting for small businesses

On July 9, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) provided notice of a 30-day comment period for proposed regulations designed to modernize its acquisition process. This is a critical window for small businesses to directly...more

Key lessons on the False Claims Act for government contractors after Raytheon’s $8.4 million settlement

Government contractors should be on high alert following the recent announcement that Raytheon Company, its parent RTX Corporation, and Nightwing Group, LLC, have agreed to pay $8.4 million to resolve allegations of violating...more

CHPS Podcast Episode 5: The Future of Federal Procurement [Audio]

Join host Chris White in the latest episode of CHPS of Insight as he speaks with Ron Sullivan, a Senior Counsel in Clark Hill's Government Contracts practice and a Senior Director of Clark Hill Public Strategies. Ron shares...more

CHPS Podcast Episode 4: Tariffs and Trade Impact

In Episode 4 of CHPS of Insight, host Chris White and Kelsey Christensen explore the ongoing complexities of tariffs and trade policies that continue to shape global commerce and economic policy. Chris and Kelsey provide a...more

CHPS Podcast Episode 4: Tariffs and Trade Impact [Audio]

Join Chris White on the latest episode of CHPS of Insight as he chats with Kelsey J. Christensen, an attorney with Clark Hill's International Trade group and a Director of Clark Hill Public Strategies. This episode delves...more

CHPS Podcast Episode 3: Unlocking America's Mineral Potential [Audio]

Join host Chris White in the latest episode of CHPS of Insight as he converses with Nicole Rodgers, Senior Director at Clark Hill Public Strategies and President of the Alliance for Mineral Security. Dive into the intricate...more

CHPS Podcast Episode 2: Bitcoin in the Halls of Power [Audio]

In this episode of 'CHPS of Insight,' host Chris White sits down with Bryan Jacoutot, Senior Director of Clark Hill Public Strategies and Clark Hill Economics, to discuss the U.S. federal and state approaches to Bitcoin and...more

Office of Personnel Management Provides Further Guidance on Ending DEI Offices, Programs and Initiatives

On Feb. 5, OPM issued a memorandum providing additional guidance regarding the President’s three executive orders entitled “Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing,” “Ending Illegal Discrimination...more

Update Your 8(a) Joint Venture Agreements Now: SBA Issues New Rule

The Small Business Administration (“SBA”) published a final rule on Oct. 16, which became effective on Nov. 16, consolidating the 8(a) Business Development Mentor-Protégé Program and the All Small Mentor-Protégé Program. The...more

New FOIA Request Targets Contractor Type 2 EEO-1 Reports

On Oct. 29, the U.S. Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (“OFCCP”) notified federal contractors of an opportunity to object to two new Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) requests for 2021 Type 2...more

New Cybersecurity Requirements Are Coming For Federal Contractors Handling Sensitive Government Information

On Oct. 21, the new Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) rule (the “CUI Rule”) aligning requirements for federal contractors to properly safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (“CUI”) as outlined in Executive Order...more

Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Violates Fifth Amendment's Guarantee of Equal Protection, Court Says

In an effort to increase participation by disadvantaged business enterprises in projects funded by federal transportation grants, received by certain state departments of transportation (DOT), Congress enacted the U.S....more

Florida Federal Court Declares the FCA’s Qui Tam Relator Appointments Unconstitutional

On Sept. 30, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida declared the qui tam provisions of the federal False Claims Act unconstitutional. The Court, in United States Of America ex rel Clarissa Zafirov v....more

Federal Court Asked to Further Limit the 8(a) Program

As we’ve discussed in two prior legal updates, on Aug. 18, the U.S. Small Business Administration released official guidance on next steps for current 8(a) Participants and new applicants to the 8(a) Program after the U.S....more

SBA Provides Updated Guidance for the Continued Administration of the 8(a) Program

As stated in our prior legal alert, on July 19, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee enjoined the U.S. Small Business Administration from using a rebuttable presumption of social disadvantage in...more

Federal Court Throws Wrench Into the SBA’s 8(a) Program by Finding the SBA’s Rebuttable Presumption of Social Disadvantage...

On July 19, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee found unconstitutional the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Program regulations which establish a rebuttable presumption of social disadvantage for...more

FAR Council Bans Tik Tok

On June 2, the Federal Acquisition Regulation Council published an interim rule prohibiting federal contractors from using TikTok on government devices or devices provided by a contractor under a contract. The interim rule...more

Georgia Federal Court Issues Nationwide Preliminary Injunction Against Enforcement of Federal Contractor Vaccine Mandate

A federal judge has granted the Associated Builders and Contractors’ (“ABC”) Motion for Preliminary Injunction, enjoining the Federal Government nationwide from enforcing President Biden’s vaccine mandate for federal...more

White House Continues To Adjust Vaccine Mandate Requirements for Federal Contractors Amid Contractor Confusion and Questions Over...

On Nov. 1, the Administration’s Safer Federal Workforce Task Force released updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding the interpretation and implementation of the Task Force’s Guidance for Federal Contractors and...more

Safer Federal Work Force Task Force Releases Updated FAQ on the Implementation of the Executive Order 14042 COVID-19 Vaccine...

As discussed in our prior alert, most federal contractors will soon see a new Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) clause 52.223-99 mandating COVID-19 vaccinations and safety protocols included in their future federal...more

FAR Council Releases Guidance to Agencies on Issuance of Agency Deviation To Implement Executive Order 14042

Most federal contractors will soon see a new Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) clause mandating COVID-19 vaccinations and safety protocols included in their future federal solicitations and contracts. The following is a...more

Biden Administration Releases Executive Order Requiring Federal Government Contractor Compliance With Vaccine and Other COVID-19...

Federal contractors will soon see new provisions concerning COVID-19 safety protocols included in most new and renewed Federal contracts. The following is a brief initial overview of what contractors should expect and when. ...more

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