Kim Miles

Construction Roundtable: Top 4 Legal Risks for Federal Construction Contractors

Click here to view the recorded session. Construction firms face a myriad of legal risks throughout a project’s life cycle. From compliance obligations to managing disputes, don’t miss this insightful discussion on the top 4 legal risks facing contractors working in the federal space and a discussion on proactively facing those challenges. Leading the roundtable discussion are  PilieroMazza  attorneys  Jessica duHoffmann , Practice Group Chair of the  Construction Group , and  Nichole Atallah , Partner in the  Labor & Employment Group . They’ll cover: project management resources; subcontractor and supplier issues; wage . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 17, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Polaris Contract Paused Again: COFC Stops GSA from Evaluating Proposals, 05.11.23, Cy Alba , Eric Valle , and Dozier Gardner The Court of Federal Claims recently enjoined the General Services Administration (GSA) from evaluating proposals . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 11, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS SECAF Honors Government Contract Attorney Jon Williams with Advocate of the Year Award PilieroMazza , a business law firm serving the needs of government contractors and commercial businesses, is proud to announce . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – May 4, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS SBA’s New Lending Rules Improve Small Business Growth Opportunities, 05.01.23, Cy Alba and Ustina Ibrahim On April 12, 2023, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published two new rules: (1)  Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) Moratorium Rescission and Removal of the Requirement for a Loan Authorization  (Moratorium Rule) and . . . Read More

SBA’s New Lending Rules Improve Small Business Growth Opportunities

On April 12, 2023, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) published two new rules: (1)  Small Business Lending Company (SBLC) Moratorium Rescission and Removal of the Requirement for a Loan Authorization  (Moratorium Rule) and (2)  Affiliation and Lending Criteria for the SBA Business Loan Programs   (Affiliation Rule), collectively, the Rules. The Rules focus on combating persistent gaps in access to capital affecting small business owners in underserved communities. Starting May 11, 2023, small businesses and entrepreneurs will have more opportunities to obtain capital for growth and development. The Moratorium Rule Small businesses and entrepreneurs face major issues related to limited access to capital and restrictions imposed . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 26, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Small Business Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology Transfer Program Policy Directive: Correction The Small Business Administration (SBA) is correcting a notice that appeared in the Federal Register on April . . . Read More

5 Tips to Protect Construction Contracts During An Economic Downturn

For two consecutive quarters, the U.S. economy experienced an economic decline—typical indicators of an impending recession. Despite what the numbers may indicate, it is still unclear what direction the U.S. economy may take. Whether a recession is already here or on the way, here are five tips to help protect your construction contracts—particularly payments for your work. 1. Review Your Construction Contracts Do not wait to review your construction contracts. Understand the financial status and the payment terms applicable to each . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 20, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS NIST Seeks Small Business Input for Chips Manufacturing Data and Analysis As the United States works to bolster its semiconductor manufacturing capacity, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is . . . Read More

Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – April 6, 2023

If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . GovCon Live! Podcast: Listen to PilieroMazza’s Podcast Series “Commercial Businesses New to Government Contracting” here .   CONSTRUCTION Takeaways from Biden Administration’s Initiative to Promote Equal Opportunity in Federally Funded Infrastructure Projects, 03.31.23, Jessica duHoffmann , Sara Strosser , and Annie Hudgins On March 14, 2023, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced . . . Read More

Overcoming the Inflation Crisis: The Ins and Outs of Inflation Relief for DOD Contractors

Click here to view the recorded session. Skyrocketing inflation continues to be among the top concerns facing government contractors. To address the problem, Congress authorized the Department of Defense to provide relief for cost increases caused by inflation and mandated that DOD release guidance by March 23, 2023. Join Kevin Barnett and Lauren Brier , attorneys in PilieroMazza’s Government Contracts Group , for key takeaways to help contractors find contract relief in response to acute economic conditions. They’ll cover: understanding the DOD’s new guideline for filing a . . . Read More