by Edward Carroll | Apr 23, 2024 | Government Contracting
Firm fixed price (FFP) contracts are a common type of agreement used in government contracting. Under an FFP contract, the supplier agrees to deliver a specific product or service at a predetermined price, regardless of the actual costs incurred during the project....
by Edward Carroll | Apr 21, 2024 | Government Contracting
The Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) is a groundbreaking approach to streamlining government contract acquisitions. It aims to simplify the procurement process, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and enable agencies to acquire goods and services more efficiently. In...
by Edward Carroll | Apr 19, 2024 | Government Contracting
When it comes to government contracting, choosing the right contract type is crucial for the success of your project. Two common contract types are Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost-Reimbursement contracts. Let’s dive into the key differences between these two...
by Public Contracting Institute | Apr 17, 2024 | Contract Disputes Act/Disputes/Courts/Boards of Contract Appeals
A recent case at the Federal Circuit explained the Parol Evidence Rule, and its application to potentially differing site conditions. Nova Group/Tutor-Saliba v. United States, No. 2022-1740 (Fed. Cir. Dec. 11, 2023). The U.S. Navy, awarded Nova Goup/Tutor Saliba...
by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Apr 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Where a contract imposes an obligation on the government, and that obligation is a condition that ensures the contractor can perform its duties, but the government breaches that obligation, an exculpatory clause in the contract does not relieve the government of...
by Josh Pina | Apr 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Hello and thank you for joining us for Episode 7 of Fun with the FAR Season 11! In our next session, we will cover FAR Parts 9 (Contractor Qualifications) and 14 (Sealed Bidding). As we prepare for our 8th episode of Season 11, here are a few FAR Facts for us to think...
by Richard D. Lieberman, Consultant | Apr 4, 2024 | Contract Disputes Act/Disputes/Courts/Boards of Contract Appeals
In a recent appeal of an Army Corps of Engineers (the “Corps”) termination for default, the Armed Services Board (“ASBCA” or “Board”) denied the Corps’ motion to dismiss the appeal for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted or, in the alternative,...
by Edward Carroll | Apr 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
In 2024, rural development and public contracting opportunities are poised to play a significant role in bolstering economic growth and sustainability in underserved communities. With a focus on creating high-wage jobs and fostering new business ventures, these...
by Edward Carroll | Apr 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the era of digital transformation, blockchain technology emerges as a beacon of hope for enhancing transparency and integrity in public procurements. This groundbreaking technology offers a new level of security, efficiency, and accountability, promising to...
