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A cure notice is one of the most serious warning signs a government contractor can receive. While it is not yet a termination, it is often the final step before the government moves to terminate a contract for default — an outcome that can have significant financial and reputational consequences, including potential impacts on future

As 2025 draws to a close, both the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) and the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA) have released their annual reports for fiscal year 2025. Together, these reports offer valuable insights into contract dispute trends, case outcomes, use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and broader developments  practitioners and