Seyfarth partner Zohra Tejani and Counsel Ken Kanzawa continue the CMMC conversation with a practical discussion on CMMC flow down obligations.
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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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 of…
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 spooky…
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.
Bid Protest Breakdown: Standing Showdown at the Federal Circuit
In this episode of Claims and Sustains, hosts Teddie Arnold and Erica Bakies unpack the Federal Circuit’s en banc decision in Percipient.AI v. United States, exploring how the ruling reaffirms that only actual or prospective bidders have standing to protest…
Terminations Episode 1: Grounds for Default: When is the Government Justified?
Seyfarth attorneys Teddie Arnold and Zach Jacobson discuss the circumstances in which a Termination for Default (“T4D”) may be justified and what options the contractors has in response.
Buy American Pt. 4: 5 Things to Know About the Build America Buy America Act
By Amy Hoang & Sarah Barney
Seyfarth attorneys Amy Hoang and Sarah Barney break down the Build America Buy America Act and provide compliance tips for contractors and suppliers performing on federally funded infrastructure projects.
Commercial Contractors: So You’re Thinking About Federal?
By Zohra Tejani & Sarah Barney
Seyfarth Partner Zohra Tejani and Associate Sarah Barney break down considerations for commercial contractors looking at getting a piece of the federal pie. The episode includes a discussion of the pros and cons of federal procurement, the foundation of requirements…