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How the Boards of Contract Appeals Work—And Why It Matters for Your Bottom Line, Part 3

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Generally, government contractors proceeding towards a Board of Contract Appeals (BCA) decision are wise to take the safe, traditional route. While it can be a long and winding road—engaging in pleadings, discovery, a...more

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Compliance with Limitation on Subcontractor is Ostensible Subcontractor Safe Harbor

On June 2, the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Hearing and Appeals (OHA) denied a size appeal filed by Veteran Elevator Solutions, LLC (VES) challenging the size of Bass, Berry & Sims’ client GD Resources, LLC...more

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Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – June 2025 #4

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Can Contractors Recover Damages for Arbitrary CPAR Ratings? The ASBCA Weighs In - Every seasoned government contractor knows the weight a negative Contractor Performance Assessment Report (CPAR) can carry. A blemish in the...more

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Mentor Protégé Joint Venture Size Determination – A Responsible Manager Must Retain Exclusive Responsibility

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The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Mentor-Protégé Program allows a large company to joint venture with a smaller firm without the two entities being treated as one for size purposes – so long as a joint venture...more

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SBA OHA: Compliance with Limitations on Subcontracting Can Rebut Ostensible Subcontractor Affiliation

On May 2, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) issued a significant decision in Size Appeal of Bowhead Enterprise, Science, and Technology, LLC, SBA No. SIZ-6352. The...more

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Understanding Small Business Size and Status Protests and Appeals: A Guide for Government Contractors

In the highly competitive world of federal government contracting, a firm’s small business size or socioeconomic status can determine its eligibility for lucrative set-aside contracts. For competitors and interested parties,...more

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Competitive Range Determination Violated the FAR, Court Finds

The U.S. Court of Federal Claims recently issued a significant opinion in Gemini Tech Servs., LLC v. United States, holding that the Army’s failure to follow required procedures under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)...more

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