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
Overcoming the Compliance Minefield of Cost-Reimbursement Contracts, Part 1: Preparing for a Surge in DCAA Audit Activity
Click here to view the recorded session. With audit activity from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) on the rise, government contractors—especially small and mid-sized businesses—must be prepared for increased scrutiny. In Part 1 of this 3-part webinar series, “Overcoming the Compliance Minefield of Cost-Reimbursement Contracts,” hosted by PilieroMazza and GRF CPAs & Advisors, we explore factors driving the surge in audits, key areas of DCAA focus, and the most common compliance pitfalls. Attendees will gain practical strategies for audit readiness, . . . Read More
CMMC Is Here—What It Means for Defense Contractors
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 Rule) codifying the CMMC Program in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Contractors that process, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) need to understand what key changes were made in . . . Read More
OMB Seeks to Revise the Small Business Act – Another Shot at the Rule of Two
Concerns are mounting that the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul will eliminate the regulatory “Rule of Two” found in FAR Part 19. Now, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is going further—seeking to narrow the reach of the statutory Rule of Two by revising the Small Business Act. Specifically, OMB wants to change the requirement from applying to purchases “below the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT)” to applying only to purchases below “$250,000.” At the same time, OMB proposes raising the SAT . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – September 11, 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 How the Boards of Contract Appeals Work—And Why It Matters for Your Bottom Line, PilieroMazza Webinar Replay, Lauren Brier , Josie Farinelli When government contractors receive an adverse decision from a contracting officer, it can be difficult to balance the costs, performance risks, and impact on future opportunities while considering litigation. Fortunately, the Boards of Contract Appeals (BCAs) offer an . . . Read More
NVSBC Training Session: Cy Alba and Abby Finan Discuss “Diversifying Your Contract Pipeline by Maximizing Opportunities Through the DOD’s Mentor-Protégé Program”
With the evolving federal contracting landscape, more businesses are looking to enter or expand within the Department of Defense market. Understanding the DOD’s Mentor-Protégé Program and its complexities can help you get a leg up in the complex DOD market and accelerate your success. In this training session hosted by the National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC), Marie Myszkier is joined by PilieroMazza attorneys Cy Alba and Abby Finan , who cover the ins and outs of the DOD’s MPP. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain strategic insights and position . . . Read More
Nichole Atallah and GovCon Giants’ Eric Coffie Discuss the Hidden Government Contract Clause that Could Kill Your Company
Nichole and Eric unpack one of the biggest traps in government contracting: the subcontract. Too many small businesses rush to sign on the dotted line with a prime contractor without truly understanding what’s inside those pages. The subcontract is your bible—ignore it, and it can wipe out your business. They break down how teaming agreements differ from subcontracts, why “up to 49%” language will crush your workshare, and how dispute resolution clauses can force you to fight in Alaska or . . . Read More
How the Boards of Contract Appeals Work—And Why It Matters for Your Bottom Line
Click here to view the recorded session. When government contractors receive an adverse decision from a contracting officer, it can be difficult to balance the costs, performance risks, and impact on future opportunities while considering litigation. Fortunately, the Boards of Contract Appeals (BCAs) offer an alternative to traditional court proceedings that may better align with your business goals. Join PilieroMazza’s Lauren Brier and Josie Farinelli as they explore how the BCAs work and why they might be the right venue for your next appeal. This . . . Read More