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
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – March 14, 2024
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here and Clocking in with PilieroMazza here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Keys to Avoiding GAO’s Timeliness Trap, PilieroMazza Blog, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , Eric Valle GAO’s recent decision in Marathon Medical Corporation provides a cautionary tale for government contractors seeking to protest the terms by which an agency conducts a procurement. . . . Read More
Federal Judge Orders Minority Business Development Agency to Serve All Business Owners Regardless of Race
On March 5, 2024, a federal judge ordered the Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) to immediately stop considering a business owner’s race or ethnicity in determining whether an applicant may receive business-related benefits and services from MBDA Business Centers nationwide, including assistance with accessing capital and pursuing government contracting opportunities. [1] Judge Mark T. Pittman, U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Texas, ruled that MBDA’s use of the presumption that certain individuals—including African Americans, Latinos, American . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – March 7, 2024
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here and Clocking in with PilieroMazza here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS House Passes $460 Billion Package of Spending Bills. Senate Expected to Act Before Shutdown Deadline, Federal News Network The House passed a $460 billion package of spending bills Wednesday that would keep money flowing to . . . Read More
Decoding the 2024 NDAA: Implications for Defense Contractors Small and Large
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), signed into law on December 22, 2023, signals significant changes across the defense acquisition and contracting landscape. These changes are poised to reshape how the Department of Defense (DOD) engages with contractors, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and fairness. PilieroMazza examines key themes and provisions in the NDAA that DOD government contractors (small and large) should know to take advantage of contract opportunities and maintain compliance requirements. Background The NDAA is annual . . . Read More
Emily A. Reid
After serving as an Attorney Advisor in the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA), Emily brings firsthand insight into SBA decision-making to her government contracts practice. She advises businesses on a broad range of federal contracting matters, with a particular focus on SBA programs, regulatory compliance, and small business eligibility issues. Her practice includes counseling clients on navigating federal procurement requirements, filing and defending bid protests , and maximizing federal contracting opportunities. She also regularly represents contractors in size and . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – February 23, 2024
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here and Clocking in with PilieroMazza here . CORPORATE & ORGANIZATIONAL GOVERNANCE The Corporate Transparency Act: Updates, Requirements, and Enforcement for Small Businesses, PilieroMazza Client Alert, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , Abigail “Abby” L. Baker , Paul H. Tracy The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has been a hot topic for small business owners since its inception. . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – February 15, 2024
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . Podcasts: Listen to PilieroMazza’s podcasts GovCon Live! here and Clocking in with PilieroMazza here . GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Rule of Two Changes: OMB Memo Aims to Make Rule of Two Apply to Task and Delivery Orders and SBA’s Proposed Rules, Coming Soon, Will Shape the Future Procurement Landscape, PilieroMazza Blog, Isaias “Cy” Alba, IV , Annie B. . . . Read More