Wiley Government Contracts

In this episode, hosts Scott Felder and Brian Walsh talk with Wiley partner Cara Sizemore about the pleading requirements bid protesters face at both the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC). They discuss GAO's post-Warfighter emphasis on "credible allegations supported by evidence," the practical challenges contractors face when developing protes...

In this episode, hosts Brian Walsh and Scott Felder talk with Jon Burd, Wiley's Managing Partner-Elect, as he reflects on nearly 20 years as a member of the Government Contracts Practice – including his pivotal work on a landmark aerial refueling tanker bid protest. They also discuss today's rapidly shifting acquisition landscape, where an influx of commercial and defense tech companies is bringin...

In this episode, hosts Scott Felder and Brian Walsh are joined by Jason McCullough, Diana Shaw, and Nick Peterson of Wiley's White Collar Defense & Government Investigations team for a deep dive into congressional investigations and oversight. Drawing on experience in government, enforcement, and private practice, they examine how investigations work in practice, the tools Congress uses, and the k...

In this episode, Scott Felder and Brian Walsh break down what the FAR and DFARS overhauls actually mean for contractors' intellectual property and data rights. While headlines suggested sweeping reform, the reality is more nuanced: few substantive changes, some contractor-friendly developments, and several long-standing issues left unresolved. From mixed funding rules to data disclosure exceptions...

In this episode, government contracts attorneys Scott Felder and Brian Walsh talk with Megan Brown and Erin Joe of Wiley's Privacy, Cyber & Data Governance Practice to explore today's most pressing cyber risks. Megan and Erin share real world insights from advising clients on major incidents – such as ransomware attacks, nation state operations, data exfiltration, and more. Megan and Erin distill...

In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Wiley Partner Scott Felder discusses the complexities of software licensing in government contracts. The group covers key issues like license compliance, terminations, and navigating disputes with government agencies. This episode also highlights the Department of Defense's recent memo encouraging the use of innovative acquisition methods su...

In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, partners Tracye Howard and Sara Baxenberg discuss the evolving national security concerns surrounding Internet of Things (IoT) modules produced by Chinese companies like Quectel. They delve into the implications of these developments for government contractors, focusing on the recent addition of Quectel to the U.S. Department of Defense's 12...

In this episode, Wiley attorneys Vesna Harasic-Yaksic and Ira Mirsky dive into the latest developments with litigation over the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and potential roads ahead. They also explore its origins, implications for businesses, and complexities of compliance. They discuss reporting requirements, exemptions, and how small businesses, in particular, are impacted.

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Uncla...

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 discu...

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...

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, w...

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 contr...

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.

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...

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.

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 o...