Contractors do not have to waive future claim rights when negotiating the direct cost of a change order (modification) with the government, despite banter by the contracting officer that reservation of claims is not permitted. More often than not, the contracting officer will inform the contractor that it is necessary to incorporate the following language
Cybersecurity Violations Potentially Actionable under the False Claims Act
A California federal court recently allowed a relator’s False Claims Act suit against two federal contractors to proceed where the relator’s allegations centered on purported noncompliance with federal cybersecurity requirements. As discussed below, this case should serve as a wake-up call to federal contractors, as it not only confirms that perceived noncompliance with federal cybersecurity
DOL Seeks Approval of New Approach for Monitoring Construction Contractor Compliance with Affirmative Action Requirements
The Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program (OFCCP) recently requested approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of a new approach to review federal construction contractors’ compliance with OFCCP’s Affirmative Action Program (AAP) and record-keeping requirements (view a copy of the supporting statement for the request). OFCCP hopes to employ