Government contractors regularly handle sensitive federal data, and cybersecurity compliance is no longer optional—it’s mandatory. A recent settlement between the Department of Justice (DOJ) and defense contractor Raytheon Company (Raytheon) highlights the critical importance of strict adherence to federal cybersecurity standards and the severe consequences of falling short. DOD contractors that neglect compliance or inaccurately represent their cybersecurity posture may find themselves facing costly False Claims Act (FCA) litigation. The Raytheon Settlement: Key Facts and Allegations On April 4, 2025, . . . Read More
The Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a significant policy memorandum “to promote fiscal responsibility, streamline operations, and maximize [DoD] readiness and lethality.” The May 27 Memo, Implementation of Executive Order 14222 – Department of Government Efficiency Cost Efficiency Initiative Memorandum , identifies four distinct policies aimed at in-sourcing expertise, reducing reliance on external support, and harnessing the talent of existing DoD experts. This latest reform is consistent with the DoD’s ongoing efforts to phase out and eliminate reliance on consulting service contracts. Tightened Restrictions on Information Technology (IT) Consulting and Management Services The . . . Read More
The FAR Council’s “Revolutionary FAR Overhaul” has streamlined FAR Part 10, shifting from a prescriptive, statute-heavy approach to a leaner set of minimum requirements. While this promises faster procurements and greater agency flexibility, it also raises critical questions for small businesses and government contractors accustomed to predictable market-research triggers. In this blog, we break down what you need to know about the new FAR Part 10, which GSA has already adopted via a class deviation , effective May 22, 2025. Background FAR . . . Read More
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here , Clocking in with PilieroMazza here , and Ex Rel. Radio here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS 2024-2025 Bid Protest Decisions with Far-Reaching Impacts for Government Contractors, PilieroMazza Webinar Replay, Katherine B. Burrows , Eric Valle Join Katie Burrows and Eric Valle, attorneys in PilieroMazza’s Bid Protests and Government Contracts practice groups, as they . . . Read More
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here , Clocking in with PilieroMazza here , and Ex Rel. Radio here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS The Rise of OTA in Defense Contracting, Part 1: Defense Acquisition Reform, PilieroMazza Blog, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , Josie Farinelli President Trump’s April 9, 2025, Executive Order Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation In the Defense Industrial Base (EO) is likely to have major implications for federal defense . . . Read More
In federal contracting, your reputation is currency, and few tools can shape that reputation more than the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS). CPARS evaluations don’t just sit in a file, they’re pulled directly into award decisions and can make or break your ability to win future work. How you respond and engage during the CPARS process can directly impact your pipeline of new business. Here are 6 effective tactics every government contractor needs to know—and should consider—when facing a . . . Read More
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here , Clocking in with PilieroMazza here , and Ex Rel. Radio here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS PilieroMazza’s Sam Finnerty Joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to Discuss Real-World Implications of Executive Order Forcing Plaintiffs to Pay for Injunctions Against the Government, PilieroMazza News, Samuel S. Finnerty One of the recent executive . . . Read More
On March 26, 2025, FinCEN issued an interim final rule and request for comments, removing the requirement under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for both U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report beneficial ownership information to FinCEN. The rule is effective March 26, 2025. Thus, subject to additional rule changes, U.S. companies and U.S. individuals no longer have to file an initial Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) or otherwise update or correct a previously filed BOIR. Please visit this link to access Parts 1-9 . . . Read More
In a recent decision by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA), the Size Appeal of Secise, LLC, SBA No. SIZ-6337 (Feb. 19, 2025) clarified an important exception to the general rule for determining a firm’s size status. The ruling addressed the meaning of “offer” under the SBA’s 180-day rule, a key factor in determining whether a firm remains eligible for a small business set-aside contract following a merger, sale, or acquisition. The Case at a Glance Under SBA regulations, a firm’s size is generally determined . . . Read More
On March 14, the Fourth Circuit stayed a preliminary injunction that had prohibited President Trump’s administration and federal agencies from implementing Executive Orders 14151 and 14173 (“DEI Executive Orders”). This means the Trump administration can proceed with implementing the DEI Executive Orders pending ongoing litigation. In this blog, we discuss what federal contractors should take away from the Fourth Circuit’s order. Executive Orders 14173 and 14151 are the primary mechanisms President Trump has used to wind down certain Diversity, Equity, . . . Read More
