Cy Alba Talks to Federal News Network on DOD’s Plan to Cap Profits for Value-Added Resellers
In a draft memo, the Pentagon would place a 5% cap on most fees charged by value-added resellers (VARS) starting with a specific special item number (SIN) for IT products. This cap would only apply to IT products sold through the General Services Administration’s schedule contract. The draft memo is one of two expected from the administration to address what it believes are higher than normal costs when buying IT products and services through resellers. Responding to the legality of . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – December 4, 2025
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ NONPROFIT AND TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS Nonprofits Celebrate PilieroMazza’s Kristen Centre for Transformative Legal Support, PilieroMazza News, Kristen Centre Pro Bono Partnership (PBP) has recognized PilieroMazza Partner Kristen Centre for her outstanding contributions to nonprofit organizations by offering vital, pro bono legal support on matters ranging from corporate governance, contract review, and complex organizational transitions. As one of PBP’s most dedicated and trusted volunteers, Kristen exemplifies the organization’s spirit of service . . . Read More
Nonprofits Celebrate PilieroMazza’s Kristen Centre for Transformative Legal Support
Pro Bono Partnership (PBP) has recognized PilieroMazza Partner Kristen Centre for her outstanding contributions to nonprofit organizations by offering vital, pro bono legal support on matters ranging from corporate governance, contract review, and complex organizational transitions. As one of PBP’s most dedicated and trusted volunteers, Kristen exemplifies the organization’s spirit of service and leadership by generously offering her time to support nonprofit clients across a wide spectrum of legal needs. PBP clients and colleagues alike praise Kristen for her rare blend of legal skill, patience, and . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – November 20, 2025
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Avoiding Common Teaming and Subcontracting Pitfalls, PilieroMazza Webinar Replay, Jon Williams Teaming and subcontracting have always been critical tools for contractors to pursue and win work with the federal government, and the current environment of contract consolidation places even more importance on these arrangements. While teaming and subcontract agreements provide many potential advantages, there . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – November 13, 2025
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Government Reopens as Trump Signs Bill to End Nation’s Longest Shutdown, The New York Times The federal government began reopening Wednesday night after President Trump signed into law a spending package that narrowly passed the House, ending the longest shutdown in the nation’s history. Read more here . Warfighting at Warp Speed: Why . . . Read More
Helping Clients Navigate Complex Employment Disputes Earns PilieroMazza Spot on 2026 Best Law Firms® List
PilieroMazza is proud to be recognized once again among the Best Law Firms ® for 2026, earning distinction for our attorneys’ work in Litigation – Labor and Employment . As labor and employment disputes, including wage-and-hour and workplace discrimination claims, continue to evolve in complexity and volume, PilieroMazza remains dedicated to providing smart, responsive legal solutions that align with our clients’ business goals. This national recognition reflects our team’s deep legal knowledge, steadfast professionalism, and unwavering commitment to protecting our clients’ interests. Nichole Atallah and Matt Feinberg , leaders of the . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – November 6, 2025
The Weekly Update recaps recent legislative and regulatory updates affecting government contractors and commercial businesses. If you have questions concerning this content, please email marketing@pilieromazza.com . _____________________________________________ Helping Clients Navigate Complex Employment Disputes Earns PilieroMazza Spot on 2026 Best Law Firms® List, PilieroMazza News, Nichole D. Atallah , Matthew E. Feinberg PilieroMazza is proud to be recognized once again among the Best Law Firms ® for 2026, earning distinction for our attorneys’ work in Litigation – Labor and Employment . As labor and employment disputes, including wage-and-hour and workplace discrimination claims, continue to evolve in complexity and volume, . . . Read More
SBA & Other Agencies Mentor-Protégé Programs
Click here to view the recorded session. Join NVSBC ’s Marie Myszkier and PilieroMazza GovCon attorneys Cy Alba and Krissy Crallé for the latest episode in NVSBC’s Virtual Training Series, “SBA & Other Agencies Mentor-Protégé Programs,” where they explore key aspects of mentor-protégé opportunities across federal agencies. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain strategic insights to support your company’s success!
FAR Part 19 Shake-Up: What It Means for Your Contracts, Your Team, and Your Bottom Line
Click here to view the recorded session. Significant revisions to FAR Part 19 will reshape how the federal government engages with small business government contractors, and there are implications for prime and subcontractors alike. In this webinar, PilieroMazza ’s Cy Alba unpacks the new rules, explains how they affect your bidding strategies and compliance obligations, and shares tactics to ensure your company stays contract-ready. Learning objectives include: understand key changes to FAR Part 19; evaluate the impact on contracting strategies; and apply compliance best . . . Read More
8(a) Certifications are Changing: What Small Businesses Must Know in 2025
Click here to view the recorded session. GovCon Giants’ Eric Coffie and PilieroMazza’s Meghan Leemon show you the critical changes happening with 8(a) and other small business certifications in 2025 that you must know to protect and grow your business. In this video, they break down the latest updates, including the overhaul of FAR Part 19, the reinstatement of the “bonafide place of business” rule for construction, and why certification approvals are taking longer. Eric and Meghan explain the ongoing compliance . . . Read More