Government Contract Management and Compliance Lawyers

Prepare your company for the mandatory increased compliance scrutiny from the federal government.

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Watson & Associates’ government contract law attorneys have successfully  helped clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies to design and maintain effective compliance programs and to demonstrate their corporate responsibility to Government procurement officials. Given the heightened requirement for agency accountability for compliance of federal contractors, our lawyers are assisting construction companies and service contractors to prepare themselves for audits and surveillance for required internal ethics policies. We have worked for federal contracting agencies and are in a better position to help contractors to comply with the law and regulations. 

Watson & Associates help small and large businesses nationwide to inspect / revamp current policies and procedures. Current court decisions shed light on commonly-overlooked practices. CEOs want to stay away from DOJ investigations and IG involvement. The more organized you are, the more credibility you will get from the government. As  a result of handling legal issues everyday, the law firm has decided to focus more on proactive practices for clients in your position.

Our government contract compliance and management services include:

• Internal controls
• Codes of ethics compliance
• FAR requirements
• Wage determinations
• Assistance with developing compliance programs
• Managing compliance obligations
• 8a Certification compliance
• Joint Venture Agreement
• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidance
• Statutory interpretation
• Contract management
• Code of ethics development (mandatory in certain types of government contracts)
• False claims prevention
• Over payments

 

We also offer compliance training seminars for businesses doing business with the federal government.

 

Understanding the consequences of inadequate government contracts compliance is the first step for any federal contractor.  The basic things that contractors fail to develop include internal codes of conduct, record-retention policies. Our government lawyers firmly believe that the best way to advise clients is to guide them into adopting proactive compliance requirements versus being reactive to an investigation.

 

When should you consider outside compliance help?

If you are new to government contracting, then you may not want to take chances later. Compliance regulations and rules are complex. You should at least have internal controls and policies that address how you will comply with all of the clauses and regulations that are incorporated by reference. For companies that are already in the federal market,  then you should understand the agencies are now mandated to conduct more accountability for contractor performance and compliance. You may want to get help revisiting you current compliance controls and get an assessment before the agency does.

 

Watson & Associates’ government contract lawyers and consultants bring over 40 years of combined experience in federal procurement. Our government contract compliance and management experts help you gain the needed expertise to successfully perform your projects. Whether you have a new project, or consider yourself and “veteran’ in government contracting, our consultants help you to develop proactive measures and internal controls.  Here, you can see an example of the government oversight.

 

We regularly advise DOD clients on all aspects of government compliance programs, including designing and implementing corporate compliance procedures, providing training programs and seminars, and auditing those procedures to measure compliance. If faced with an  alleged compliance violation , our attorneys also have broad experience conducting internal investigations to assess the validity of a claim and advise on remedial steps, including whether to self-report the conduct to the government.

 

Design and Implement Robust Compliance Programs

Both the Department of Justice and Inspector General (IG) vigorously investigate and bring actions against government contractors for conduct that could be prevented by a close adherence to properly drafted and implemented prevention policies. We assist clients in designing and implementing robust compliance programs and internal controls and procedures that identify and limit risk.

 

As a government contractor, compliance and management is critical to your success. Staying out of trouble while build a strong relationship with your respective agency is critical. Each federal contract is filled with FAR Clauses and various requirements to which you must comply. Agencies face a tougher mandate to ensure that contractors comply with the terms and conditions of the contract. Many businesses are now becoming proactive by developing internal contract compliance policies and training. This avoids the risk of hefty fines and possible terminations for default.

Government Construction Compliance

Construction contracts in particular require concise attention to government contract compliance standards. For example, wage determinations and labor rates are among the most scrutinized issues for the agency. FAR regulations regarding requests for equitable adjustments, scope changes, and contract claims are specifically defined. Having one of our federal procurement compliance lawyers represent you can protect you from adverse actions and non-compliance allegations.

Watson & Associates provides contract management and compliance consulting services to government contractors doing business with federal agencies. Our consultants serve as advisers to prime contractors in Afghanistan and Middle Eastern construction efforts. Services include FAR compliance, termination for convenience and termination for default, Miller Act concerns, change orders, site changes, request for equitable adjustments (REA), and IDIQ and task order concerns. If you are a government construction company seeking experts to help you to reduce liability and risks,contact Watson & Associates for immediate assistance.

 

We Serve Federal Contractors in all States

Watson & Associates can represent contract compliance and management clients in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming

 

Avoid Debarment and Suspension

Small businesses and large corporations that are new to government contracting will find that complicated rules apply to doing business with the government, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and special FAR-agency supplements. Watson & Associates’ contract compliance attorneys can help you develop internal policies and practices that can avoid debarment and fines for non-compliance.

 

Improve Quality Assurance Management

Your track record with the federal government is recorded. Your ability to capture future projects with federal agencies depends on how well you perform and comply with the rules.  The threshold of success in government contracts starts with your internal practices. Bad practices can lead to project failure and ultimately termination for default. Our law firm frequently handles federal contract terminations and see first hand the things that can go wrong – most of them could have been prevented. Prime contractors involved in high-risk projects can now outsource their quality assurance and federal contract compliance duties to a government contracting team that has ”sat on the other side.” Having over 40 years of combined federal procurement experience makes Watson & Associates a prime asset to:

• Minimize mishaps
• Ensure proper documentation and/or performance
• Correspond and consult with contracting officer representatives

 

Comply with Teaming and Subcontracting Limitation Rules

Regulations change on a daily basis. You are responsible for staying current on all regulations to avoid termination and non-compliance fines. If you are acquiring more federal contracts, risks increase if you are non-compliant. Our government contracting law firm offers critical advice in FAR Clauses and other mandated requirements. As a contractor, you are responsible for all government contract compliance and avoiding liability for violations. At Watson & Associates, our lawyers can:

• Provide guidance and direction in FAR requirements
• Help with subcontracting limitations
• Guide you in teaming-agreement and joint venture requirements
• Offer services for 8a certification and eligibility matters
• Assist clients with contract compliance regarding Statements of Work and modifications

 

 Outsourced consulting services for both small businesses and large prime contractors

As a small business or large contractor, you may be considering outsourcing your government contract-management responsibilities. This reduces overhead while maintaining a high-level of compliance and oversight. Our government contract consultants are readily accessible on a daily basis to answer you questions and concerns.

 

Get reliable advice when you are in an adverse situation

When disputes occur, prime contractors need a skilled legal team to handle complex and high-risk problems. Our government contract attorney division advises and represents clients in matters such as:

• Termination for convenience
• Teaming agreements and joint venture relationships
• SBA and government small business matters
• Bid protests
• False Claims Act
• GSA contract matters

 

Nationwide and overseas compliance assistance

Federal contract law allows our government contract-compliance lawyers to represent clients regardless of their resident state. Watson & Associates can represent businesses in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Our U.S. firm also helps DOD contractors in Afghanistan and Iraq construction efforts.

Cities in which we offer government contract-compliance and management services include Anchorage, AK; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Indianapolis, IN; Las Vegas, NV; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Philadelphia, PA; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Santa Clara, CA; and Tampa, FL.

 

Contact us for immediate help

To minimize risk and to maintain a sound relationship with federal agencies, contact the government contract management and regulatory compliance consultants at Watson & Associates today.

Call Watson & Associates toll free at (866)601-5518.