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Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons from the Framaco Case 11/21/2024

Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons from the Framaco Case In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Cara Sizemore breaks down recurring issues in construction contracting, such as delays, change requests, and conflicting specifications, through the lens of recent appeals. Cara shares best practices for contractors, including compliance with notice obligations and how clear documentation can prevent costly litigation. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/34078941

Navigating Bid Protest Choices at GAO and COFC 10/22/2024

Navigating Bid Protest Choices at GAO and COFC In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Ryan Frazee highlights key factors in choosing between the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC) when filing bid protests. Topics include differences in timing, the automatic stay at GAO, and the broader record available at the COFC, as well as diverging case law on issues like late proposal submissions, key personnel changes, and the handling of mandatory discussions in defense procurements over $100 million. This discussion is an essential listen for government contractors and legal professionals who navigate these critical decisions. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33566247

Navigating Compliance in Government Contracts: Insights from SEC and DOJ Perspectives 10/10/2024

Navigating Compliance in Government Contracts: Insights from SEC and DOJ Perspectives In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts Podcast, Kevin Muhlendorf, a partner in Wiley’s White Collar and Government Investigations practice, discusses the critical intersection of compliance in government contracting and the evolving roles of the SEC and DOJ. Kevin emphasizes the importance of internal compliance programs, the impact of whistleblower initiatives, and the nuances of recent regulatory developments. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the need for rigorous data management and transparent communication within their organizations to mitigate risks associated with potential accounting issues, cyber breaches, and evolving ESG standards. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33404122

Navigating Government Contracts: Diana Shaw on Oversight and Whistleblower Protections 09/20/2024

Navigating Government Contracts: Diana Shaw on Oversight and Whistleblower Protections In this episode, Diana Shaw, a partner in Wiley's White Collar and Government Investigations practice, who shares insights from her experience as a former Acting Inspector General for the U.S. Department of State. Diana also highlights recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforcement actions related to non-disclosure terms of subcontract and supplier agreements. And Diana previews an upcoming Inspector General panel that will address oversight trends and contractor engagement strategies. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206807

AI Risks for Government Contractors: Navigating Disputes and Litigation 06/13/2024

AI Risks for Government Contractors: Navigating Disputes and Litigation On this episode of Wiley’s Government Contracts podcast, Nick Peterson joins host Craig Smith to discuss the challenges and risks that come with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools by government contractors and customers in today’s constantly changing landscape. Listen to hear about how these tools will impact investigations and disputes, including the key issues surrounding preservation and documentation and AI policies governing these tools. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206812

Cybersecurity Insights: Updates on CMMC Implementation and CUI Identification 04/02/2024

Cybersecurity Insights: Updates on CMMC Implementation and CUI Identification In this episode, Wiley partners Gary Ward, Tracye Howard, and Craig Smith examine the ongoing developments related to implementation of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. They discuss the current progress, the anticipated timeline, and the potential impact of a change in administration on its finalization. Additionally, the team addresses the concept of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and outlines best practices for contractors handling CUI. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206817

AI in 2024: What Comes Next? 01/25/2024

AI in 2024: What Comes Next? In this episode, partners Duane Pozza, Kat Scott, Joan Stewart, and Craig Smith discuss the main questions facing artificial intelligence (AI) as we move into the new year. They analyze topics such as defining the scope of AI, identifying existing and emerging laws that may regulate AI, maximizing the benefits of AI within an organization, and AI risk management best practices. Finally, they discuss what to expect from federal legislation in the United States and the progress made on the European Union (EU) /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206822

TikTok off the Clock: Navigating the TikTok Ban on Devices for Government Contractors 08/16/2023

TikTok off the Clock: Navigating the TikTok Ban on Devices for Government Contractors Much like high school teachers across the country, Congress and the Executive Branch have been expressing security concerns about TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, a Chinese software firm. These concerns led to the No TikTok on Government Devices Act, which prohibits any government contractor from using the app on devices used to perform government contracts. Listen as Government Contracts partners Craig Smith and Tracye Howard, as well as associate Jennifer Retener, break down the interim rule and /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206827

OASIS+ on the Horizon: Discussing the Ins and Outs of GSA’s $60 Billion Services Opportunity 07/12/2023

OASIS+ on the Horizon: Discussing the Ins and Outs of GSA’s $60 Billion Services Opportunity Craig Smith and John Prairie, partners in Wiley’s Government Contracts practice group, discuss the OASIS+ contract vehicle. GSA estimates that OASIS+ purchases will total $60 billion over its ten-year life, making the opportunity a significant one for professional services contractors. John and Craig discuss the context for this competition, lessons GSA has learned from recent GWAC competitions, what contractors can expect in the coming months, and more. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206837

AI: The Next Big Thing in Government Contracting 06/22/2023

AI: The Next Big Thing in Government Contracting On this episode of Wiley’s Government Contracts podcast, Privacy, Cyber & Data Governance partners Duane Pozza and Kat Scott join Government Contracts partner Tracye Howard and host Craig Smith to discuss how federal policy on artificial intelligence (AI) is affecting government contracting. Join the conversation on the latest AI trends, government efforts to regulate AI development, and how contractors can mitigate the risks of future regulatory efforts. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206842

Defining Our Vision and Values 04/20/2023

Defining Our Vision and Values On this episode, Government Contracts practice chairs Paul Khoury and Scott McCaleb join host Craig Smith to discuss how the practice defines what it does, what it wants to be, and what it believes in. The trio cover why it was important for the practice to outline their values on paper, how it benefits attorney-client relationships, and how they implement it in day-to-day routines. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206847

State Privacy Laws and Federal Government Contractors 03/29/2023

State Privacy Laws and Federal Government Contractors On this episode of Wiley’s Government Contracts podcast, Privacy, Cyber & Data Governance partners Kat Scott and Joan Stewart join host Craig Smith to discuss the current state of privacy laws being enacted in states around the country—and why federal contractors should be paying attention to them. Join Kat, Joan, and Craig for this informative conversation on complying with ever-changing privacy requirements. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206852

What to Expect in Government Contracts This Year 02/07/2023

What to Expect in Government Contracts This Year In this episode of Wiley’s Government Contracts Podcast, host Craig Smith is joined by Government Contracts Partner Gary Ward to discuss Gary’s projections of trends we may see in protests, cybersecurity, and more. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206857

Buyer Beware: Key Compliance Considerations for Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Projects 07/18/2022

Buyer Beware: Key Compliance Considerations for Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Projects On this episode, Wiley partners Tracye Howard and Eric W. Leonard break down major components of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act. Although the Act was passed in 2021, we have just recently begun to see implementation of the first projects. With some projects already underway and others coming to the hands of contractors, Tracye and Eric offer key takeaways that companies should consider when looking at projects funded by the Act, such as the Buy Am /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206862

Thawing From the Freeze: Significant Developments in Government Contracts from 2021-2022 04/18/2022

Thawing From the Freeze: Significant Developments in Government Contracts from 2021-2022 Activity in the government contracts industry has been heating up over the last year as the United States tackles the pressing issues of our rapidly changing world. In this episode, Wiley partners Kara Sacilotto, Tracye Howard, and Craig Smith provide a comprehensive overview of the most significant developments in government contracts from 2021 to today, touching on topics such as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, cybersecurity and other administration initiatives, and tak /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206867

Part 2: Hiring Individuals from the Government: What Post-Employment Looks Like 04/18/2022

Part 2: Hiring Individuals from the Government: What Post-Employment Looks Like Listen to Kara Sacilotto, partner in Wiley’s Government Contracts Practice, discuss “Hiring Individuals from the Government: What Post-Employment Looks Like.” This episode provides an overview of key legal, ethical, and practical pitfalls encountered from individuals and some of the unique issues government contractors face when hiring former government employees. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206872

A Discussion with GAO General Counsel Edda Emmanuelli Perez 03/02/2022

A Discussion with GAO General Counsel Edda Emmanuelli Perez On today’s episode of the Women in Government Contracting podcast, Wiley partners Tracye Howard and Kara Sacilotto are joined by Edda Emmanuelli Perez, General Counsel of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). Edda, who grew up in Puerto Rico and attended Georgetown Law, has built her career at GAO. Listen as the group discusses the GAO’s broad mission and areas of expertise, how the attorneys at GAO support that mission, the GAO’s role when working for Congress, Edda’s responsibilities as /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206877

Forging New Paths to Professional Success and Fulfillment 12/03/2021

Forging New Paths to Professional Success and Fulfillment On the Inaugural episode of the Women in Government Contracting podcast, Wiley’s Tracye Howard and Kara Sacilotto are joined by Emma Sharma, Founder and Principal of The Swallowtail Group. The trio discusses how to leverage legal training and experience to become an entrepreneur and how personally to navigate the transition. Tracye, Kara and Emma also talk about being a leader, especially being an empathetic leader. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206882

Preparing for Post-Award Debriefings 10/04/2021

Preparing for Post-Award Debriefings In this episode, John Prairie and Cara Lasley discuss what you need to know about post-award debriefings. Following the end of the fiscal year, companies will likely see an uptick in post-award debriefings. John and Cara discuss all things debriefing: when a debriefing is required, what to expect from a debriefing, and strategies to use to get the most helpful information from a debriefing. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206887

Teeming with Teaming Agreements: Navigating Strategic Alliances in the Federal Marketplace 09/27/2021

Teeming with Teaming Agreements: Navigating Strategic Alliances in the Federal Marketplace In the always competitive federal marketplace, teaming agreements, joint ventures, subcontracts, and other strategic alliances can not only give participant companies an edge, but also enhance the value delivered to the government. At the same time, these arrangements are not without risk. Wiley partners Dan Hassett and Tara Ward will examine a variety of strategic alliances available to government contractors and their partners; the specific documents, rules, regulations, and case law that guide the select /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206892

Industry Implications of EO on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity 09/27/2021

Industry Implications of EO on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity President Biden’s recent issuance of the highly anticipated Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity (EO or Order), in the midst of high-profile cyber-attacks on the Nation, brought new challenges to organizations looking to secure their cyber defenses. In this multipart podcast series, Wiley's Government Contracts, Telecom, Media & Technology (TMT), and Privacy, Cyber & Data Governance attorneys provide a high-level overview of the Order. Megan Brown and Jon Burd provide an overview of t /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206897

Part Two: Practical Considerations in Managing the Risk of Employing Former Government Employees 09/27/2021

Part Two: Practical Considerations in Managing the Risk of Employing Former Government Employees Former government personnel have much to offer contractors, but many companies who want to recruit them too often lack a full appreciation for the labyrinth of ethical statutes and regulations which govern their recruitment and activities once hired. In this two part podcast series, Wiley's Government Contracts and Election Law & Government Ethics attorneys provide a high-level overview of practical considerations in managing the risk of recruiting, hiring, and employing former government employees by gover /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206902

Part One: Practical Considerations in Managing the Risk of Employing Former Government Employees 09/27/2021

Part One: Practical Considerations in Managing the Risk of Employing Former Government Employees Former government personnel have much to offer contractors, but many companies who want to recruit them too often lack a full appreciation for the labyrinth of ethical statutes and regulations which govern their recruitment and activities once hired. In this two part podcast series, Wiley's Government Contracts and Election Law & Government Ethics attorneys provide a high-level overview of practical considerations in managing the risk of recruiting, hiring, and employing former government employees by gover /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206907

Start Preparing Now for the $15 Federal Contractor Minimum Wage 09/27/2021

Start Preparing Now for the $15 Federal Contractor Minimum Wage In this podcast episode, Government Contracts partners Eric Leonard and Craig Smith cover issues that contractors need to be thinking about ahead of the minimum wage increase to $15 an hour for federal contractors, effective January 30, 2022. /episode/index/show/4fac8d8e-108c-48f9-94c9-93bbfb3372d4/id/33206912

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