The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued to Congress its annual bid protest report (PDF). As discussed below, this year’s report is noteworthy for multiple reasons, including that it shows that protesters continued to receive some form of relief from the procuring agency in more than half of the protests filed with the GAO in
Government contractors often focus on federal procurement opportunities, which are governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regime. However, the state-level procurement landscape presents a distinct — and often less uniform — set of rules, risks, and opportunities. For businesses expanding into state or local markets, understanding these structural and procedural differences is essential.
The current federal government shutdown is on Day 8 as of the date of this post. The section of the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that handles bid protests is included in the portion of the government that is currently shutdown. The GAO has stated on its website that because of the shutdown, certain timeliness rules
As September 30 approaches, government contractors should keep in mind that the end of the federal government’s fiscal year brings unique opportunities — and unique risks. Agencies are under pressure to obligate remaining funds, finalize contract actions, and prepare for the new fiscal year. Contractors who understand these dynamics can position themselves for success while