The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which is part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, provides aid to qualifying small businesses in the form of loans with terms favorable to borrowers, including, in particular, provisions that allow potentially the entire loan amount to be forgiven if the proceeds are spent on payroll and ...›
President Trump made headlines in April by signing an Executive Order urging federal agencies to “Buy American and Hire American.” While this Order makes no substantive legal changes and, for now, appears to be more bark than bite, it should engender in all federal contractors a renewed focus on domestic preference laws. Determining which domestic ...›
The next in our Infographics series shows the anatomy of a Protest at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Although protests at the Court are not subject to the same timeline as at the GAO, this infographic provides a step-by-step timeline of a typical COFC protest from filing through public decision. ...›
The next in our Infographics series walks through the allowability of costs for certain in-house legal services. It provides a quick guide to when a contractor’s legal costs may, and may not, be charged to the government. ...›
The Bayh-Dole Act allocates rights for intellectual property developed with federal funds between contractors or grant recipients and the government. This infographic provides an overview of the Bayh-Dole Act, the steps that must be followed for contractors/grantees to retain ownership of title to IP, and the potential consequences of not following these rules. ...›
The next in our “Timeline” series of infographics focuses on the Contract Disputes Act, 41 U.S.C. §§ 7101, et seq. (“CDA”). It provides a graphical overview of a CDA claim from start to finish. ...›
Earlier this year, Morrison & Foerster’s Government Contracts practice expanded dramatically with the addition of seven new partners and six new associates. The below graphic provides a snapshot of the expanded Government Contracts practice’s capabilities and partners. ...›
We’re excited to announce a new series of infographics on our Government Contracts Insights blog. These infographics will highlight key trends and tips for companies in the government contracting community. Our first infographic focuses on the GAO Post-Award Protest Timeline, providing an in-depth timeline from Day 1 to Day 100 along with tips to navigate the timeline most effectively. ...›