by Steve Daoust | Jan 9, 2017 | FAR, Subcontracting, The PCI Network
In this episode of The PCI Network, the head of our FUN with the FAR series, Stephen Daoust, discusses the four traits of a great government contracts professional. Throughout his 25-year career, Steve has worked as a Chief Government Contracts Counsel, Director of...
by Steve Daoust | Aug 11, 2016 | FAR Facts
1. Prime contractors are required to use guidance in FAR Part 49 to settle subcontracts terminated as a result of modification/termination of a prime contract. FAR 49.002(b). 2. A contracting officer must obtain the prior approval of his/her “contracting office” prior...
by Steve Daoust | Aug 4, 2016 | FAR Facts
1. As a general rule, contractors are ordinarily required to furnish all property necessary to perform Government contracts. A contractor’s inability or unwillingness to supply its own resources is not sufficient reason for the furnishing or acquisition of Government...
by Steve Daoust | Aug 4, 2016 | FAR Facts
1. The subcontractor consent and advance notification requirements in Subpart 44.2 are not applicable to prime contracts for commercial items acquired pursuant to Part 12. FAR 44.000. 2. When required, subcontract consent should be requested from the contracting...
by Steve Daoust | Jul 6, 2016 | FAR Facts
1. For contractors other than educational institutions and nonprofit organizations, the “cognizant” Federal agency normally will be the agency with the largest dollar amount of contracts, including options. FAR 42.003(a). 2. Once a Federal agency assumes cognizance...
