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Negotiating Subcontracts

Is It Time for Regulations on GSA’s Contractor Teaming Arrangements?

In the late 1990s, the General Services Administration (GSA) created the concept of Contractor Teaming Arrangements (CTAs). Unlike the contractor teaming arrangements described under FAR 9.601, which simply describe a joint venture or prime contractor/subcontractor relationship, the GSA created a wholly new type of contracting team where all members of the team have privity [1] with the federal government and are all co-prime contractors…supposedly. In this blog, PilieroMazza reviews the limited rules governing CTAs and the impact on government contractors’ ability . . . Read More

Do’s and Don’ts of Subcontracting on Federal Projects

PilieroMazza and Cy Alba Receive Top Honors from JD Supra for Government Contracting Content

PilieroMazza is delighted to share that Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , is listed among JD Supra’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for content covering government contracting. Cy is distinguished with a third place ranking in the top ten list of authors—from a pool of over 2,000 authors—writing about all aspects of government contracting throughout 2023. The award recognizes Cy’s contributions to providing the government contracting community with engaging and relevant thought leadership. This is his fourth year earning this honor. The Firm also received recognition as a top firm for . . . Read More

Novation and Recertification Requirements: A Post-Closing Guide for GovCon M&A Deals

After the sale or acquisition of a business or its assets, there are often one or more post-closing requirements that business owners must complete. In deals involving government contractors, two of these requirements are especially important: contract novation and size recertification. Below, PilieroMazza attorneys provide a post-closing guide for government contractors on meeting novation and recertification requirements to avoid costly penalties such as loss of contract award or criminal liability. Overview Parties preparing to acquire a small business government contractor, . . . Read More

Corporate Transparency Act, Part 1: Constitutionality, Exemptions, and Substantial Control

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which came into effect on January 1, 2024, has significant implications for government contractors and commercial businesses. This client alert summarizes recent developments in the CTA—including constitutionality, physical office requirements, unpopulated joint ventures, and substantial control—to help businesses comply with and avoid harsh enforcement penalties. If you formed an entity on or after January 1, 2024, and are not subject to one of the exemptions, then you must file your initial BOI report within 90 days . . . Read More