The Shifting Landscape for Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence, Part 1: Understanding the Proposed Rule
The Department of Defense (DOD) recently released a Proposed Rule ( Rule ) that would expand federal contractors’ and subcontractors’ obligations regarding disclosure of beneficial ownership and foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI). FOCI obligations and related beneficial ownership disclosures have historically applied primarily to government contractors and subcontractors holding a facility security clearance and performing cleared government contracts or subcontracts. DOD is now proposing to broaden these often confusing and complex rules. Below, PilieroMazza attorneys outline the Rule, its implications . . . Read More
House Committee to Consider Legislation Codifying the Rule of Two for Small Business Set-Asides
On Wednesday, May 20, the House Committee on Small Business is scheduled to consider legislation that would codify the Rule of Two into federal law. Stakeholders have a near-term opportunity to show support by filling out this form to sign onto an industry letter urging the Committee to advance H.R. 2804, the Protecting Small Business Competitions Act of 2025, ahead of the Full Committee Markup. Background on the Rule of Two For decades, the Rule of Two has been a cornerstone of the . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 14, 2026
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 House Committee to Consider Legislation Codifying the Rule of Two for Small Business Set-Asides, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Antonio R. Franco , Jacqueline K. Unger On Wednesday, May 20, the House Committee on Small Business is scheduled to consider legislation that would codify the Rule of Two into federal law. Stakeholders have a near-term opportunity to show support . . . Read More
Contract Claims 101: Common Theories, Part 4
Contractors working with federal agencies are governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), which has its own body of case law that controls recovery for legal disputes separate from traditional theories. When projects shift, delays mount, or directives change, the claims process becomes critical to protecting a contractor’s rights and entitlement to additional costs. This post provides a practical overview of common government contract claims, how they arise, and how to position your company for successful resolution. While every contract . . . Read More
Contract Basics for Entrepreneurs: The Contracts You Need in Your Legal Toolkit as You Scale Your Business
Click here to view the recorded session. Contracts are the foundation of every successful business relationship—but for many entrepreneurs, they can feel overwhelming, confusing, or easy to overlook. This webinar breaks down the essential elements of strong, effective contracts so you can confidently protect your business and avoid costly mistakes. Join PilieroMazza’s Kristen Centre as she helps you take control of your business agreements and build a stronger, more secure foundation for growth. Learning objectives: the key contracts entrepreneurs should have in their legal . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 7, 2026
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 Executive Order (EO): Promoting Efficiency, Accountability, and Performance in Federal Contracting On April 30, the President issued an EO establishing the Administration’s policy that fixed-price contracts with performance-based considerations serve as the default and preferred method of procurement to advance cost predictability and budget discipline, appropriate contractor incentives and accountability, and streamlined procurement and contract . . . Read More
Fixed-Price Contracts EO: What It Means for Government Contractors
On April 30, 2026, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) establishing that the default contracting method for federal agencies is fixed-price contracts with performance-based considerations; and, for certain large contracts, the EO adds a justification and approval requirement for any other contracting method. The EO is the Administration’s most recent effort to overhaul the federal contracting framework and came just two days before the year anniversary of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council’s first round of Revolutionary FAR Overhaul . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 30, 2026
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 Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul Class Deviations On April 20, class deviations for FAR Parts 9 (Contractor Qualifications), 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services), 22 (Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions), and 52 (Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses) were updated based on the Trump Administration’s Executive Order banning . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 23, 2026
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 . _____________________________________________ LABOR & EMPLOYMENT The New DEI Crackdown: What Federal Contractors Must Do Now, PilieroMazza Webinar Replay, Sarah L. Nash , Matthew E. Feinberg , Lauren Brier On March 26, 2026, the Trump Administration issued a sweeping Executive Order targeting DEI policies, alongside DOJ’s plan to use the False Claims Act (FCA) to challenge such practices. The result: heightened scrutiny, required policy and subcontract changes, and . . . Read More
The New DEI Crackdown: What Federal Contractors Must Do Now
Click here to view the recorded session. On March 26, 2026, the Trump Administration issued a sweeping Executive Order targeting DEI policies, alongside DOJ’s plan to use the False Claims Act (FCA) to challenge such practices. The result: heightened scrutiny, required policy and subcontract changes, and real exposure to penalties—including contract termination. Watch our webinar to learn what this means for your business and the practical steps you should take now to stay compliant and protect your contracts. Learning objectives: understand . . . Read More