Government Contract Termination For Default Checklist

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Appeal Your Termination for Default (T4D) and Protect Your Business from Future Damage

Download Your Free TERMINATION FOR DEFAULT CHECKLIST. YOU HAVE DEADLINES TO APPEAL. AVOID GETTING YOUR CASE DISMISSED.

A Termination for Default can devastate your future in government contracting, but you can fight back. With our experienced legal team, you’ll have the best chance of getting the T4D overturned and avoiding negative past performance that could harm your business.

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Facing a Termination for Default (T4D)? Appeal Now or Risk Losing Future Contracts.

Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make When Appealing

Appealing a Termination for Default requires a careful legal strategy. Many contractors make mistakes that weaken their case, including:

Failing to provide sufficient documentation of contract performance and compliance.
Missing appeal deadlines, which can result in an automatic denial.
Not understanding FAR Part 49.4, which governs contract terminations.
Overlooking justifications for delays, such as government-caused issues, that could help convert the T4D to a Termination for Convenience.

We’ve seen countless cases where contractors lose their appeals because of these common errors. Our legal team has the experience and insider knowledge to avoid these pitfalls and build a strong defense for your business.

The Risk of Doing Nothing

Ignoring a Termination for Default is not an option if you want to maintain your ability to compete for future government contracts. If you fail to appeal:

You are guaranteed to receive a negative performance rating in the government’s contracting database, making it extremely difficult to win future bids.
You could be held responsible for additional costs if the government has to reprocure the contract with another vendor, adding financial strain to your business.
You may face irreparable damage to your reputation in the federal contracting community.

The sooner you act, the better your chances of overturning the default and avoiding the long-term consequences. Time is critical—you have limited appeal rights under FAR Part 49.4, and missing deadlines can cost you the opportunity to fight back.

What’s Keeping You Up at Night?

As a government contractor, your business is built on trust and performance. A Termination for Default (T4D) can have devastating consequences, including:

Permanent damage to your past performance records.
An immediate loss of revenue from your current contract.
The inability to bid on future contracts because of a negative performance rating.
Excess reprocurement costs that the government can seek from your company.

If you don’t appeal, your chances of securing future government contracts could be ruined by a negative past performance rating. This could destroy your business’s ability to compete in the federal marketplace. The only way to avoid this is to appeal the T4D and fight for a Termination for Convenience (T4C) instead.

HERE TO HELP YOU

How We Can Help You Overturn a Termination for Default

A Termination for Default can ruin your reputation as a government contractor. We have over 20 years of experience in federal procurement law and can help you overturn a T4D to protect your business and your future.

With over 20 years of experience in federal procurement law and litigation, we’ve helped numerous government contractors successfully appeal T4Ds and protect their businesses. Here’s how we can help you:

Strategic Appeal Planning: We’ll help you assess the best approach for your appeal, ensuring you have the right documentation and a clear legal strategy.
FAR Part 49.4 Expertise: Our deep understanding of federal acquisition regulations allows us to navigate the complex rules governing T4D appeals.
Experience with Federal Contracting Agencies: We know how contracting officers think because some of our attorneys have worked for government agencies. This insider knowledge gives us a unique advantage when challenging their decisions.
Proven Track Record: We’ve successfully converted Terminations for Default into Terminations for Convenience, saving our clients from long-term reputational damage.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

I have to speak to them?

Yes, you have to cooperate. However, you have constitutional rights. You should let them know that you want to seek counsel first.

Can I appeal a contracting officer’s decision?

Yes, you can. However, depending on which court you appeal to, there is a short deadline?

What do I need to Do to Get Started?

You should call our office at 1.866.601.5518 and Schedule a Call. This way, we can gather the facts and get started.

Can Attorney’s Guaranty Results?

No- No attorney should guaranty results. It is not just unethical, but is certainly brings up the issue of trustworthiness.

Disclaimer: the information provided in this document and any email correspondence is not intended to be legal advice since there is no official attorney client relationship. You must consult with an attorney for any legal advice.