Wiley Government Contracts

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Podcast by Wiley Government Contracts

  1. Building Cyber Readiness for Government Contractors in 2026

    MAR 23

    Building Cyber Readiness for Government Contractors in 2026

    In this episode, government contracts attorneys Scott Felder and Brian Walsh talk with Megan Brown and Erin Joe of Wiley's Privacy, Cyber & Data Governance Practice to explore today's most pressing cyber risks. Megan and Erin share real world insights from advising clients on major incidents – such as ransomware attacks, nation state operations, data exfiltration, and more. Megan and Erin distill lessons from years of incident response and national security work, outlining how organizations can strengthen governance, manage third party risk, conduct effective tabletop exercises, navigate overlapping reporting requirements, and prepare for growing AI related regulatory scrutiny.

    29 min
  2. Managing Software Licenses in Government Contracts: Lessons from Recent Cases

    03/20/2025

    Managing Software Licenses in Government Contracts: Lessons from Recent Cases

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Wiley Partner Scott Felder discusses the complexities of software licensing in government contracts. The group covers key issues like license compliance, terminations, and navigating disputes with government agencies. This episode also highlights the Department of Defense's recent memo encouraging the use of innovative acquisition methods such as Other Transaction (OT) agreements.

    14 min

  3. 01/31/2025

    The Impact of IoT Supply Chain Risks on Government Contracts

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, partners Tracye Howard and Sara Baxenberg discuss the evolving national security concerns surrounding Internet of Things (IoT) modules produced by Chinese companies like Quectel. They delve into the implications of these developments for government contractors, focusing on the recent addition of Quectel to the U.S. Department of Defense's 1260H List and upcoming restrictions from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The conversation explores the interplay of various regulatory frameworks, potential changes to the FCC's covered list, and the broader implications for supply chains and contracting with the DOD.

    15 min
  4. Legal Challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act: What Businesses Need to Know

    01/16/2025

    Legal Challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act: What Businesses Need to Know

    In this episode, Wiley attorneys Vesna Harasic-Yaksic and Ira Mirsky dive into the latest developments with litigation over the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and potential roads ahead. They also explore its origins, implications for businesses, and complexities of compliance. They discuss reporting requirements, exemptions, and how small businesses, in particular, are impacted.

    22 min

  5. 11/21/2024

    Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons from the Framaco Case

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Cara Sizemore breaks down recurring issues in construction contracting, such as delays, change requests, and conflicting specifications, through the lens of recent appeals. Cara shares best practices for contractors, including compliance with notice obligations and how clear documentation can prevent costly litigation.

    20 min
  6. Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons from the Framaco Case

    11/21/2024

    Federal Construction Contracts: Lessons from the Framaco Case

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Cara Sizemore breaks down recurring issues in construction contracting, such as delays, change requests, and conflicting specifications, through the lens of recent appeals. Cara shares best practices for contractors, including compliance with notice obligations and how clear documentation can prevent costly litigation.

    20 min

  7. 10/22/2024

    Navigating Bid Protest Choices at GAO and COFC

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Ryan Frazee highlights key factors in choosing between the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC) when filing bid protests. Topics include differences in timing, the automatic stay at GAO, and the broader record available at the COFC, as well as diverging case law on issues like late proposal submissions, key personnel changes, and the handling of mandatory discussions in defense procurements over $100 million. This discussion is an essential listen for government contractors and legal professionals who navigate these critical decisions.

    20 min
  8. Navigating Bid Protest Choices at GAO and COFC

    10/21/2024

    Navigating Bid Protest Choices at GAO and COFC

    In this episode of Wiley's Government Contracts podcast, Ryan Frazee highlights key factors in choosing between the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC) when filing bid protests. Topics include differences in timing, the automatic stay at GAO, and the broader record available at the COFC, as well as diverging case law on issues like late proposal submissions, key personnel changes, and the handling of mandatory discussions in defense procurements over $100 million. This discussion is an essential listen for government contractors and legal professionals who navigate these critical decisions.

    20 min
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