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When the Clock Runs Out Before the Rules Do
By Marcos Gonzalez and Risheek Priyadarshi | September 22, 2026 If you want to see how a federal agency behaves when it is short on both time and people, pay close attention to what happens this September. Government contracts has its busy season like any other industry, and this year, that season is unfolding on…
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 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 MoreTrump’s First Month: What is Taking Shape in Government Contracts?
President Trump’s second term has been defined by significant policy shifts and a realignment of federal spending, which have had knock-on effects for the Government Contracts community. This article summarizes key executive orders (“EOs”) from the Trump Administration that contractors should consider when reviewing current contracts and when bidding for future procurements. We also envision…
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