Civil Investigative Demands are often a contractor’s first encounter with a False Claims Act investigation. In this episode of Claims & Sustains, we break down what CIDs are, why DOJ issues them, how they work, and—most importantly—how contractors should
Claims & Sustains
A Seyfarth Government Contracts Blog
Claims & Sustains, published by Seyfarth Shaw LLP, focuses on legal issues related to federal government contracting. The blog covers topics such as contract termination grounds, compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, cybersecurity requirements like the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), and supply chain security under the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA). It also addresses challenges in government enforcement, contract flowdowns, and performance clauses. Additionally, the blog discusses diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) compliance considerations for government contractors. The content is aimed at contractors, legal counsel, and professionals involved in federal procurement and regulatory compliance.
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Full Count Conflicts: Navigating OCIs on Opening Day
By Amy Hoang & Adam Lasky
Seyfarth partners Amy Hoang and Adam Lasky discuss organizational conflicts of interest and how, in both baseball and government contracting, you can’t play for both teams.
Just in Time: An Overview of Bid Protest Timeliness
Seyfarth Associates Sarah Barney and Zach Jacobson take the time to review the timeliness for bid protest filings at various forums–GAO, the Court of Federal Claims, and agencies. Their review includes practical guidance on filing deadlines, strategic advice on…
Buy American Pt. 5: BAA for Commercial Products
By Amy Hoang & Sarah Barney
Amy Hoang and Sarah Barney discuss how Buy American regimes apply to commercial products and two exceptions you need to know.
CMMC Series Episode 2: Flowing Down CMMC Requirements
Seyfarth partner Zohra Tejani and Counsel Ken Kanzawa continue the CMMC conversation with a practical discussion on CMMC flow down obligations.
CMMC Series Kickoff: Understanding the Foundations of CMMC
By Zohra Tejani
Seyfarth partner Zohra Tejani kicks off our CMMC series by first taking a step back. She explains the underpinning of CMMC and connects the dots to controlled unclassified information (CUI).
Terminations Episode 2: Grounds for Default: When is the Government Justified?
When can the government legitimately terminate a contract for default? In this episode, we break down the entitlement side of T4D, anchored in FAR 52.249-8 and key case law. We’ll explore the three primary grounds for default, the role…
What You Need to Know About the FASCSA FAR Clause
By Zohra Tejani
In this episode, Seyfarth partner Zohra Tejani discusses what companies who do business with the US federal government need to know about the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause in the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA).
The Six Scariest Things About Contracting with the Federal Government
Seyfarth Partners Amy Hoang (the Pink Dinosaur) and Teddie Arnold (the Mountain Lion) count down the six most terrifying aspects of federal contracting — from cursed flowdowns and zombie performance clauses to the final horror of government enforcement. With…
DEI Under Review – Compliance Considerations for Government Contractors
By Amy Hoang & Christy Kiely
Amy Hoang is joined by Christy Kiely from the OFCCP and People Analytics group to discuss options for contractors adjusting their DEI programs.