Labor Law 101: What Employers Need to Understand About the NLRA
Presented By Nichole Atallah and Sarah Nash Click here to view the recorded session. Whether your employees are unionized or not, chances are the National Labor Relations Act applies to you. This seminar will help you navigate the Act and keep on the right side of labor laws.
Using CTAs to Pursue GSA Schedule Opportunities – The Basics You Need to Know
Presented By Katie Flood and Julia Di Vito Click here to view the recorded session. Although the FAR provides a fairly generic definition of a Contracting Team Arrangement (CTA), the concept means something very distinct when applied in the pursuit of a GSA Schedule opportunity. Combining practical elements from both joint ventures and prime/subcontractor relationships, GSA provides contractors the opportunity to team together under a CTA umbrella in order for the contractors to combine their respective Schedule offerings in response to the . . . Read More
Employment Law for Government Contractors: Yes, It’s Different.
Presented by Nichole Atallah and Sarah Nash Click here to view the recorded session. As complicated as labor and employment requirements can be, the rules for government contractors are even more intricate. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provides a roadmap for requirements that are unique to federal government contractors and includes provisions such as human trafficking prevention, service contract labor standards, sick leave, and affirmative action requirements. This webinar gives those dusty old FAR provisions new life and provides a simple framework . . . Read More
Mergers & Acquisitions – Overview of the M&A Process and Considerations for Government Contractors
Presented by Cy Alba and Jonathan Bush Click here to view the recorded session. As a business owner or key executive, at some point, you may consider whether the time is right to acquire another business, either its assets, including government contracts, or its equity, as a possible strategy to diversify your business. At another time, you may be considering whether to sell some of your company’s assets as part of an effort to divest yourself of business lines on . . . Read More
Pre-Award Protests
Presented by Michelle Litteken and Tim Valley Click here to view the recorded session. Drafting a proposal in response to a federal solicitation can be a challenging task. This process becomes even more difficult when the terms of the solicitation are ambiguous, restrictive, or simply incorrect. As a contractor, there are strategies you can employ to try to address these issues. One underutilized strategy is a pre-award protest challenging the terms of a solicitation. When used correctly, a pre-award protest could result . . . Read More
Navigating SBA’s “Present Effect” on Your Corporate Strategies
Presented by Jon Williams and Kimi Murakami Click here to view the recorded session. Session Description: When looking to make an investment in or purchase a small business contractor, it is critical to understand the potential impact of your corporate strategy under SBA’s small business rules. SBA has a unique rule called the “present effect rule” which can create adverse consequences for mergers and acquisitions, stock options, and convertible securities – even before the transaction is finalized or the option . . . Read More
Unlocking the Secrets of Debriefings
Presented by Megan Connor and Julia Di Vito Click here to view the recorded session. Session Description: You just received an unsuccessful offeror notice—now what? Do you have a right to a debrief? Should you file a protest right away? If the agency provides a debriefing, should you push for a debriefing in person, over the phone, or in writing? You may wonder what the agency can tell you about the procurement or when the debriefing will occur. Having a basic understanding . . . Read More
The Buy American Act and Trade Agreements Act: Understanding Federal Domestic Preference Requirements
Presented by Jon Williams and Jackie Unger Click here to view the recorded session. Session Description: As part of his goal to “make America great again,” the President has routinely stated his intent to “buy American and hire American.” In an effort to make progress on this front, President Trump signed Executive Order 13788 on April 18, 2017, aimed at tougher enforcement of the “Buy American Laws” which are those laws requiring or providing a preference for the purchase of goods, products, . . . Read More
Know Before You Bid on Contract Opportunities
Presented by Nichole Atallah and Peter Ford Click here to view the recorded session. Session Description: We often see what can go wrong in the bidding and procurement process long after a client submits a proposal or is awarded a contract. From awards challenged because companies did not confirm their set-aside status, to incorrect assumptions made about the cost of labor, mistakes made before you bid can be costly, and even devastating. This webinar discussed how businesses can proactively get out in . . . Read More
Happy Cyber New Year: The Year End Countdown to DFARS Compliance with NIST SP 800-171
Presented by Jon Williams and Kimi Murakami Click here to view the recorded session. Session Description: This session discussed the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 when contractors are subject to DFARS 252.204-7012. Topics included if you need to comply and, if so, what you need to do to implement new security requirements. It also helps to determine if you are already prepared based on the policies and procedures in place. A strong security program can give you a competitive advantage and avoid many adverse consequences . . . Read More