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Golf Fore the Kids This Summer with Discount Books Supporting Five Counties — PtboCanada
Golf season is teeing off with another chance to save on rounds across the province while supporting children and families through Five Counties Children’s Centre. golfers will have a chance to save big this summer while supporting five counties children’s centre The 2026 edition of the Golf Fore All book is now available and organizers say supplies are already becoming limited as golfers prepare for the season ahead.
Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting—What Does the New EO Mean for Contractors? | JD Supra
President Trump issued an Executive Order (“EO”) on January 7, 2025, that seeks improved performance of defense contracts and enhanced contractor investments in production capacity through measures that would impose limits on executive compensation when contractor performance or investment levels are deemed inadequate.
Other Transactions: A Flexible and Efficient Acquisition Tool for the Department of Defense | JD Supra
On March 6, 2025, the Defense Secretary released a memorandum directing the Department of Defense (“DoD”) to adopt the Software Acquisition Pathway (“SWP”) to speed up the development, procurement, and delivery of software needed for weapons and business systems. Specifically, the memorandum directed DoD to use Commercial Solutions Openings and Other Transactions (“OTs”) as the default solicitation and award approaches for acquiring capabilities under the SWP.
NetChoice Sues to Halt Louisiana Age Verification and Personalized Ad Law
On March 18, 2025, NetChoice filed a lawsuit seeking to enjoin a Louisiana law, the Secure Online Child Interaction and Age Limitation Act (S.B. 162) (“Act”), from taking effect this July. The Act requires social media companies subject to the law to obtain express consent from parents or guardians for minors under the age of 16 to create social media accounts.
Other Transactions: A Flexible and Efficient Acquisition Tool for the Department of Defense
On March 6, 2025, the Defense Secretary released a memorandum directing the Department of Defense (“DoD”) to adopt the Software Acquisition Pathway (“SWP”) to speed up the development, procurement, and delivery of software needed for weapons and business systems. Specifically, the memorandum directed DoD to use Commercial Solutions Openings and Other Transactions (“OTs”) as the default solicitation and award approaches for acquiring capabilities under the SWP.
Open the Floodgates: Divided Federal Circuit Panel Expands Access to Court of Federal Claims | JD Supra
The Federal Circuit last Friday issued a decision that is, as the dissent put it, “a very important government contract case.” In Percipient.ai v. United States, the Federal Circuit adopted a narrow construction of the FASA task order bar, which prohibits the Court of Federal Claims (“COFC”) from hearing a protest challenging the issuance of a task order.
Illinois Amends Biometric Information Privacy Act Right of Action
On May 16, 2024, the Illinois House of Representatives passed S.B. 2979, following the bill’s passage in the Illinois Senate in April. S.B. 2979 next goes to Governor J.B. Pritzker for signature. S.B. 2979 would amend the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”) definitions and limit liability for businesses with multiple duplicative BIPA violations that relate to the same individual.
Open the floodgates: Divided Federal Circuit panel expands access to Court of Federal Claims
(June 26, 2024) - Shane Hannon and Scott Arnold of Blank Rome LLP discuss how a U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit decision interpreting jurisdiction pursuant to the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994 may affect subcontractors' post-award bid protests. The Federal Circuit on June 7 issued a decision that is, as the dissent put it, "a very important government contract case." In Percipient.ai v.
OPP issues warning on paving and construction fraud ahead of spring
As the warmer months draw near, the Ontario Provincial Police is cautioning residents about a concerning trend in paving and construction fraud. With homeowners beginning to assess their properties for winter damage, the OPP emphasizes the importance of remaining vigilant against deceptive repair deals. Fraudsters involved in these schemes often exhibit persistent, persuasive, and occasionally aggressive behavior.
The SBA’s 8(a) Program—Possible Changes after SFFA and Ultima
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 When the U.S. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action programs in the college admissions context in late June, it noted that racially conscious government programs must have a “logical end point.” Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard and Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina (“SFFA”).
The SBA’s 8(a) Program—Possible Changes after SFFA and Ultima | JD Supra
When the U.S. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action programs in the college admissions context in late June, it noted that racially conscious government programs must have a “logical end point.” Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. Harvard and Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina (“SFFA”).
M12 Fuel Orbital Detail Sander
M12 Fuel Orbital Detail Sander Review December 5, 2022 By Scott Arnold on Sander M12 FUEL Orbital Detail Sander Model – 2531-20 Manufacturer: Milwaukee Model number: 2531-20 Price: $149.00 Power source: 12v Lithium Ion Weight: 1.35 Lbs Gone are the days of having to use the oscillating multi-tool with a sanding attachment to get into those tight-to-fit areas! Milwaukee tool has designed a new M12 Fuel Orbital Detail Sander and we are super excited to share this review with you! The Milwaukee...
2022 Holiday Gift Guide
2022 Holiday Gift Guide By Scott Arnold on Gift Guide 2022 Holiday Gift Guide The holidays are right around the corner.. Do you need that perfect gift for your special someone? We have you covered in this holiday gift guide. We have spent countless hours reviewing a slew of interesting and useful tools from the newest gadgets to the classic must-haves in your toolbox! Every year the crew of Concord Carpenter and Tool Box Buzz come up with a holiday gift guide.
Buy American Act—Final Rule: What Has Changed? | JD Supra
[co-author: Ustina Ibrahim, law clerk] On March 7, 2022, the FAR Council published the final rule containing changes to Buy American Act (“BAA”) domestic preference requirements. This final rule is a significant step towards implementation of a policy to enhance domestic preferences announced by President Biden in E.O. 14005 just a few days after taking office.
Government Contractor FAQ: What’s up with the Vaccine Mandates? | JD Supra
Lawsuits challenging the Biden Administration’s many vaccine mandates have changed the compliance landscape over the last few months. This post summarizes the current status of the four major mandates: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) mandate; Healthcare Worker mandate; Federal Employee mandate; and Federal Contractor mandate. Spoiler alert: The Federal Contractor mandate–which has caused the most significant confusion for Government contractors since its issuance–still does.
Government Contractor Q&A: Impact of Nationwide Injunction Prohibiting Enforcement of Federal Contractor Vaccine Mandate | JD Supra
Yesterday the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcement of Executive Order (“EO”) 14042, under which prime contractors and subcontractors are required to ensure that all of their employees working “on or in connection with” covered federal contracts are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (“Vaccine Mandate”).
Executive Order Increases the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors—What Is the Impact? | JD Supra
Legal developments aimed at government contractors do not always make headline news in mainstream media, but last week’s Executive Order on Increasing the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors, April 27, 2021 (“Executive Order”), did get widespread attention, perhaps because it is viewed by some in political circles as the next best thing for an administration that sees substantial congressional hurdles for more broadly applicable minimum wage increase legislation.
Buy American Act – More Big Changes Ahead | JD Supra
“Buy American” is one of few policy areas where the Biden and Trump administrations appear to generally agree.
Is tool storage with the big investment
PACKOUT Tool Storage By Scott Arnold on Contractor Advice, Tool and Product Reviews Tool Storage Systems – Worth The Investment? PACKOUT tool storage is one of the hottest topics right now in the contracting industry. Are tool storage systems worth the big investment? We think so. Whether you are a remodeler, electrician, plumber, HVAC, or woodworker we all need a place to store our tools. Having our tools safe and secure is extremely important.
Majority of FY 2020 Protests Find Some Success at GAO | JD Supra
The Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) has released its Annual Report to Congress summarizing bid protest activity for Fiscal Year 2020 (GAO-21-281SP). The report shows that, in a unique year where COVID-19 altered procurement practices and priorities, protest activity at GAO was remarkably stable. Of note, GAO’s “effectiveness rate” this year topped 50 percent, meaning most protests resulted in some form of relief.
Proposed Rule Portends Increased Contractor BAA Obligations | JD Supra
On September 14, 2020, the FAR Council published a proposed rule, Case 2019-016 “Maximizing Use of American-Made Goods, Products, and Materials,” 85 FR 56558, which proposes certain increased and new thresholds for contractors subject to the Buy American Act (“BAA”). The proposed changes implement Executive Order 13881 (July 15, 2019). There is a November 13, 2020, deadline for interested parties to submit written comments for consideration in the final rule.
Government Reliance on Waiver Argument to Keep Price Adjustment Windfall Fails | JD Supra
Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit articulated limits to the government’s ability to rely on the waiver doctrine to enforce Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) provisions of questionable legality, and, in so doing, cast doubt on the government’s “heads we win, tails you lose” approach to measuring the cost impact of simultaneous changes to a contractor’s cost accounting practices. In The Boeing Company v. United States, 2019-2148 (Aug.
DOD’s Extraction of Data Rights in Competitive Procurements | JD Supra
When the Department of Defense (“DOD”) procures defense items that require substantial investment to design, test, and manufacture, it often seeks to acquire, along with these products, the contractor’s technical data package (“TDP”) used to build the product. Complete TDPs can facilitate effective competition—perhaps by neutralizing an otherwise daunting incumbent’s advantage—when the products are up for rebid a few years later.
Pending Federal Contract Proposals and COVID-19 | JD Supra
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Three Vital Steps to Prepare For COVID-19 Impacts to Contract Performance | JD Supra
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Federal Circuit Maintains That Contractors Must Read between the Lines to Determine Expressly Unallowable Costs | JD Supra
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How Should You Handle HSE Concerns?
Most companies, both large and small, recognize the value of health, safety and environmental (HSE) systems and services for their business. However, many companies face challenges in deciding to either develop internal systems or use a third-party service, especially considering regulatory compliance and sizing issues. Often, the answer as to which provides the better value is a combination of an in-house system with third-party services and support.
Technical Data Rights Protections Eroded by FY19 NDAA | JD Supra
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Re: Error whilst upgrading to the lastest BIOS for...
Suppose I have found an easy way to workaround for this issue. Had the same fault while updating one of BL465c G7 blade's system BIOS from version 12/28/2011 to 03/19/2012 (whereas other blades with identical config in the same enclosure were updated without any issues). I had no success tried to flash new BIOS via ROMPaq and SPP (used Service Pack for ProLiant SPP_2012.06.0 which include this BIOS version).
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