Maximizing Recovery: Tactics for Stop Work REAs and Termination Proposals
Managing the Financial Impact of Tariffs on Your Government Contract
Navigating Executive Orders: Strategies for Managing Stop Work Orders and Terminations
Additional Compensation from the Government: A Brief Comparison of REAs and Claims
Identifying and Quantifying Government Contract Claims
Does the Government Owe You Money? When to File An REA in Your Government Contract
Construction Webinar Series: Preparing for and Managing Claims in the COVID-19 Project Environment
COVID-19 Guidance for Government Contractors
Overview of the Request for Equitable Adjustment, Claim and Appeal Process for Government Contractor
The Contract Disputes Act (CDA) provides the framework governing contract disputes between contractors and the government. Understanding the claims process is vital to better position contractors before moving forward into...more
We’re back for the third installment of PilieroMazza’s REAs, Claims, and Appeals Group’s “Contract Claims 101” series, introducing federal contractors to the basics of requests for equitable adjustment (REAs), claims, and...more
In every crisis, half the room runs in circles while the other half picks up a clipboard and starts taking stock. The Anthropic-Pentagon dispute is that crisis, and defense contractors are deciding which half they want to be...more
Last month, PilieroMazza’s REAs, Claims, and Appeals Group published the first blog in its “Contract Claims 101” series, introducing federal contractors to the basics of requests for equitable adjustment (REAs), claims, and...more
What is a contract claim? How do I handle an issue with the government’s administration of my contract? Who do I contact when a project falls behind schedule, but it wasn’t my fault? These are common and critical questions...more
"It is well-settled that a terminated contractor's recovery is limited to the contract price, less the monies already paid to the contract during performance, plus settlement expenses. In addition, it is well-settled that, if...more
With the government shutdown officially over and government operations resuming, contractors face critical decisions about restarting work, managing compliance, and protecting their contractual rights. Timely action can...more
When the federal government reopens after a shutdown, the return to “business as usual” is rarely immediate. Agencies face backlogs, funding adjustments, and operational hurdles that can directly impact companies,...more
As the government shutdown continues into its second month and takes the record for the longest shutdown in history, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) leasing community is feeling the impact of furloughs....more
Executive orders have led to an increase in stop-work orders and terminations for convenience, creating significant challenges for government contractors. Understanding how to navigate these changes and optimize recovery is...more
The extended duration of the October 2025 shutdown, which will soon be the longest in history, adds a new level of uncertainty and pressure for federal contractors and subcontractors. Does the shutdown excuse the government...more
Tariffs and trade policy shifts can significantly impact the cost structure of government contracts—particularly those involving imported materials or equipment. Without proactive strategies, contractors may face profit...more
The current government shutdown may significantly impact contractors. This alert provides practical guidance to help minimize the impact....more
Bradley recently published articles discussing how government contractors should prepare for and deal with a shutdown and how contractors can recover costs and seek time extensions as a result of a shutdown. Below are key...more
With the possibility of a government shutdown looming, federal contractors are rightfully concerned about how such an event could affect their contracts. Work stoppages, closed government facilities, and furloughed...more
As Congress continues to grapple with budget deadlines, the possibility of a government shutdown is never far from the minds of federal contractors. Unlike many federal employees, who may be furloughed with back pay...more
Shutdowns are inevitably disruptive for federal contractors, but the impact will vary depending on whether the contract is already funded, whether the work is considered “essential,” and whether the contractor requires access...more
Federal government contractors operating in today’s volatile global trade environment are no strangers to sudden and sometimes dramatic shifts in material costs. With tariffs periodically imposed or adjusted by executive...more
In celebration of the release of the 6th Edition of the Government Contracts Compliance Handbook, we are sharing six essential tips for successfully navigating the contract claims process under federal procurement...more
Well, it is certainly an interesting time to be a federal government contractor. In the last few weeks, we have seen Executive Orders (EOs) flying fast and furious, and a lot of other activity impacting federal government...more
Recent executive orders have led to an increase in stop-work orders and terminations for convenience, creating significant challenges for government contractors. Understanding how to navigate these changes and optimize...more
Government contractors working for the Department of Education (DE), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and other agencies like the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Consumer Financial...more
Let's talk about releases and, in particular, the leading Federal Circuit case regarding releases that involve delay and cumulative impact. Bell BCI v. United States, 570 F.3d 1337 (Fed. Cir. 2009), involved the...more