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Don’t Get Caught in The New Raid to Make Contractors Accountable – Failure to Perform on a Government Contract Can Cause You to pay the government millions.
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The government contract law attorneys at Watson & Associates counsel small and large federal contractors on how to avoid legal disputes and litigation while peforming on government contracts. We represent clients virtually in every state with problems relating to terminations, compliance, bid protest, teaming and joint venture agreements and contract claims. Our lawyers are also experts in small business programs.
In today’s economy government contracting has become more competive. However, very few businesses have taken steps to adjust or to even overhaul current internal compliance policies. With more directed scrutiny, you can expect more claims filed by the government against prime contractors. Consider hiring an government contracts law firm to prevent catastrophy.
President Obama Orders Overhaul in Government Contracting
The new regime has tasked federal contracting agencies to ensure that contractors are accountable for unlawful actions and performance of government contracts. You can expect more scrutiny if you are an existing contractor. Some interesting data should make you more conscious about the perils that lurk in the realm of federal procurement.
- 37% of contractors experience some form of legal debate while performing a contract
- There is less than a 3% chance that contractors will prevail in a bid protest
- 72.37 % of contractors generally utilize a government contract attorney only when there is a problem
Did You Know that if you breach a government contract that you may have to pay the government? There are some situations where a contractor is terminated for default and then has to pay the government to get the work completed. This could run from thousands to millions of doallars depending on the situation. You never want to be in this situation. Instead, you want to learn how to prevent it. This is where our government contract attorneys can be of tremendous help.
The federal procurement process starts with solid preparation and planning. Most people incorrectly believe that success starts by landing the big contract. Actually, this is where liability starts. There are some basic things that you should be famlilar with:
- Underlying law that regulates government contracts
- Knowing the various small business programs and special rules that apply
- Understanding your liability in the event that you cannot perform
- Compliance required to succeed
Take Advantage of Our Broad Expertise in Government Contracts
Watson’s government contract lawyers and consultants have earned the reputation as the “go-to” law firm for federal procurement. You can expect concise and answers geared to your specific situation. Our attorneys cover matters pertaining to:
Transition to Government Contracting and Development of new business initiatives
- Terminations
- Contract Claims
- Litigation and Appeals
- SBA 8a Certification and 8a terminations
- GAO bid protest & SBA Size protests
- Compliance and Statutory interpretation
- Special Counsel Services
Don’t Get Caught in A Fraud Allegation or False Claim Dispute
This is one of the most deadly situations to be caught in. Both small businesses and large contractors spend thousands or millions defending claims from the government. The government contracts lawyers at Watson & Associates take a different approach – we simply help you prevent these types of situations. You don’t want to end up suspended or debarred.
Doing business with the federal government carries certain liabilities if you are not familiar with the territory. Although it is a very lucrative business, the consequences for failure can be crippling to your company to say the least.
Not every issue in federal contracts requires litigation. Instead, you can avoid legal disputes by learning how to develop a sound internal compliance process.
Get Advice in the Bidding Process. When you decide to bid on a federal project, having experienced government contract attorneys and consultants on your team can make the difference in winning or losing the bid. You can come to us for solid advice in:
- Proposal writing strategy
- Subcontracting issues
- Statutory interpretation
Prompt Resolution in Small Business Matters
Research shows that small businesses are generally at a disadvantage in federal procurement. They have limited resources and struggle with the complex binding rules and regulations. The federal agencies put a lot of focus in providing opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, service disabled veterans, HUBzone and 8a firms. Our government contract lawyers and consultants are well versed in small business programs. Our founder and Manager, Theodore Watson has served as a small business executive for the federal government and brings additional value to our team. We handle matters relating to:
- SBA 8a Applications
- HUBZone Certification
- Teaming agreements
- Native American 8a
- Proposal writing & RFPs
- Business Development
- Litigation
Nationwide Representation. Federal law allows the attorneys at Watson & Associates to solve government contract problems in any state including Colorado; Wyoming; Washington State; California; Maryland; New Mexico; Kansas and Nebraska; New York; Los Angeles; San Francisco; Chicago, Illinois; Michigan; Pennsylvania; Virginia; North Carolina; South Carolina; Arkansas; Colorado Springs; Utah; Oklahoma; Ohio; Maine; Florida; Texas; Nevada; Maryland; Louisiana; Las Vegas; Georgia; Hawaii; Alaska; Washington, D.C.; West Virginia; Florida; Indiana; Washington State; Mississippi; California, Tennessee; Tampa; Miami; Virgin Islands; Rhode Island; Vermont; Wisconsin; Minnesota; Missouri; Virginia; Delaware; Connecticut; Arizona; New Hampshire; Massachusetts and Montana.
Contact Us to Protect Your Rights
For effective and meaningful representation that is focused in results, contact the government contract law attorneys at Watson & Associates today for free initial consultation. 1-866-601-5518 or 720-941-7200.
