Posts by Marcos Gonzalez
GAO Bid Protest Deadlines: The 10-Day and 5-Day Rules Explained
GAO bid protest deadlines are unforgiving. Learn the 10-day rule, the 5-day CICA stay deadline, and the debriefing exception before your window closes.
Read MoreDoD Proposed Rule Would Extend FOCI Requirements to Unclassified Contracts Over $5 Million
DoD’s newly proposed rule would extend FOCI disclosure and mitigation requirements to unclassified contracts over $5 million — sweeping in nearly 40,000 contractors and subcontractors, most of whom have never dealt with DCSA. Learn what the rule requires, who’s covered, and the steps your company should take before the July 6 comment deadline.
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Read MoreA (Mis)Anthropic Approach to Supply Chain Security
This article was co-authored with Glen Bittenbender (GW Law 2027), Risheek Priyadarshi (GW Law 2026), and Jakub Berkowicz (GW 2025). Anthropic PBC (“Anthropic”) has been in the headlines for the past few weeks, after coming into the sights of the Trump administration. In this article, GovSpring analyzes the dispute to determine the merits of the…
Read MoreNavigating Cost Adjustments Post-Government Shutdown
The recent 43-day government shutdown has left federal contractors facing increased costs. This analysis outlines five key things contractors must know to recover these expenses, including which FAR clauses apply to your contract, whether you can recover profit, and the strict 20-day and 30-day notice deadlines for filing a claim. Learn how to navigate “constructive acceleration” claims and avoid common pitfalls like signing “no cost” waivers to protect your right to an equitable adjustment.
Read MoreCourt Blocks Trump’s DEI Funding Restrictions
A Federal District Court ruled against the Trump Administration’s executive orders limiting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) funding, deeming them unconstitutional and unauthorized. The court granted Seattle a preliminary injunction to prevent enforcement of these orders, stating they misdefined federal anti-discrimination laws, threatening funding for compliance with interpretations not established by Congress.
Read MoreRevolutionary FAR Overhaul Guide – Emergency Acquisition (Part 18)
The Trump Administration’s Executive Order 14275 revised the FAR on June 12, 2025, focusing on Emergency Acquisitions under FAR Part 18. While the changes are mostly stylistic, they consolidate guidance into an “Emergency Procurement List.” Contractors should be aware of these updates and reach out to GovSpring for assistance regarding future contracts.
Read MoreRevolutionary FAR Overhaul Guide – Part 1
On April 15, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14275, initiating significant revisions to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 1, aiming to simplify procurement processes and encourage innovation. Key changes include structural reductions, philosophical shifts favoring commercial products, and a new regulatory sunset provision, challenging traditional compliance measures.
Read MoreIs the Qui Tam Provision of the False Claims Act Constitutional?
The article discusses the False Claims Act (FCA) and the constitutional challenges surrounding its qui tam provision, highlighted by the case United States ex rel. Zafirov v. Florida Medical Associates. The court ruled the provision unconstitutional, which is currently under appeal, raising implications for future qui tam actions and fraud enforcement.
Read MoreMarket Research Obligations: Looking Beyond FAR Part 10 Revisions
The federal procurement landscape is evolving, with significant FAR changes aimed at reducing complexity. The rewrite, driven by Executive Order 14275, emphasizes statutory roots and organizes non-statutory content into “buying guides.” Market research, pivotal for compliance and procurement planning, spans various FAR parts, requiring a comprehensive understanding of these obligations.
Read MoreFederal Contractor Guide: Addressing Tariff Impacts in Fixed-Price Contracts
New tariffs under President Trump’s America First Trade Policy are creating significant cost and supply unpredictability for federal contractors. This article outlines these impacts and explores recovery strategies under fixed-price contracts to navigate these economic pressures. Questions about any cases discussed below? Contact the managing partner at marcos@govspringlegal.com or at (202) 609-7501, and follow GovSpring Legal on LinkedIn for regulatory…
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