The Shutdown Lowdown for Bid Protests
NOTE: On October 6, 2025, we revised the ODRA section of the original client alert based on new guidance from ODRA. Please see below. As federal contractors begin to grapple with the first government shutdown in several years, many are wondering how the shutdown will impact bid protests. This client alert provides the lowdown for how the shutdown will impact new and existing bid protests. Government Accountability Office (GAO) GAO is closed due to the lapse in appropriations. Based on . . . Read More
Contracting Misstep Could be Costly: Court Clarifies Incorporation by Reference
A recent court decision delivers a stark warning to government contractors: failing to clearly include all the terms and conditions from your offer into the final contract could end up costing you. As this issue becomes increasingly common in federal contracting, the decision serves as a wake-up call for anyone drafting or negotiating government contracts. Background In Beacon Point Assocs., LLC v. Dep’t of Veterans Affairs, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit examined whether the contractor’s quote—including its . . . Read More
5 Actions Employers Should Address with Employees as the Government Shutdown Looms
At midnight September 30, the federal government will run out of funds and contractors will start receiving stop-work orders for all work deemed non-essential. At the time of publication, compromise in Congress looks unlikely, and a protracted shutdown likely. In order to minimize costly personnel missteps, federal government contractors should consider the action items listed below BEFORE the government shuts its doors. For more comprehensive information on considerations for government contractors during a shutdown, please read our client alert “ September 2025: Reducing the Negative Impacts of a Government Shutdown for Federal Contractors . . . Read More
PilieroMazza Deepens Deal-Making Bench, Enhances Corporate/M&A Capabilities with New Partner Kristen Centre
PilieroMazza is pleased to announce that Kristen Centre joined the Firm as a Partner in our expanding Business & Transactions Group , further strengthening the Firm’s nationwide reach. “Kristen’s diverse practice and strategic counsel make her a valuable asset to our clients and our firm. We are thrilled to welcome her to the PilieroMazza team,” said Abby Baker , Chair of the Business & Transactions Group. Kristen has significant experience advising private companies, founders and investors, private equity firms, and other capital providers in a wide range of corporate . . . Read More
Multijurisdictional Employers, Part 4: Marijuana and Other Drug Testing in the Workplace
Click here to view the recorded session. As marijuana laws continue to diverge at the state level—ranging from full legalization to nuanced medical use protections—multistate employers are increasingly challenged to reconcile conflicting obligations under federal and state law. This fourth installment of our “Multijurisdictional Employers” series will focus on the evolving legal landscape surrounding drug testing in the workplace, with particular emphasis on marijuana. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how to navigate this complex regulatory patchwork, mitigate litigation risk, . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – September 25, 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 September 2025: Reducing the Negative Impacts of a Government Shutdown for Federal Contractors, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Jacqueline K. Unger , Nichole D. Atallah , Lauren Brier , Abigail “Abby” Finan The federal government is set to run out of funding on September 30. While Congress is working on a continuing resolution to extend current funding levels and avert a government shutdown, it . . . Read More
September 2025: Reducing the Negative Impacts of a Government Shutdown for Federal Contractors
The federal government is set to run out of funding on September 30. While Congress is working on a continuing resolution to extend current funding levels and avert a government shutdown, it is currently being reported that the stopgap funding may be blocked unless the continuing resolution includes certain terms, such as extending expiring Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies. As we approach the possibility of another government shutdown, it’s crucial for government contractors to be prepared for the potential . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – September 18, 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 . ______________________________________________ CYBERSECURITY & DATA PRIVACY CMMC Is Here—What It Means for Defense Contractors, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , Daniel Figuenick, III , Joseph P. Loman The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification ( CMMC ) Program is finally here. A final rule establishing the CMMC Program at Title 32 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 170 went live on December 16, 2024. Now, the Department of Defense (DOD) issued a final rule (Final . . . Read More
The Buy American Act and Trade Agreements Act: What Government Contractors Need to Know
Click here to view the recorded session. Domestic preference laws—including the Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA)—play a critical role in shaping the way federal contractors source materials and structure their bids. Staying compliant while remaining competitive requires a clear understanding of current requirements, exceptions, and enforcement trends. In this timely webinar, PilieroMazza’s Jackie Unger and Abby Finan break down the current state of key BAA and TAA requirements and how they impact federal contractors across industries. From shifting domestic content thresholds to . . . Read More
Artificial Intelligence or Artificial Interference?: How AI is Reshaping Litigation for Better and Worse
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the modern-day legal landscape, offering tools for research, drafting, document review, and jury selection, and even predicting case outcomes. If used correctly and with robust safeguards, some attorneys and litigants may benefit from the use of AI to streamline litigation projects. However, AI also can pose serious risks and dangerous pitfalls when misused or used without adequate quality control measures in place. Recently, for instance, dozens of attorneys have faced sanctions in federal court . . . Read More