Government Contract Law

Washington, D.C., Government Contract Lawyer

The law has a profound effect on the procurement and fulfillment of government contracts. If you are a government contractor, deciding to have an experienced attorney advising and representing you throughout the entire contract process may be one of the most important decisions you ever make.

The Martin Law Firm, PLLC, provides a comprehensive range of legal services for businesses involved in the bidding and fulfillment of government contracts. Because we are a personalized law firm, attorney Kenneth Martin, will work closely with you to determine the best possible approach to understanding and resolving your contract issues. Whether you have concerns about contract provisions prior to bidding, or have run into regulatory compliance problems, we can help.

The procurement process is critical

Unless you understand how federal regulations will impact your Company when you pursue and obtain a government contract, and the expectations you will have to meet after you secure a government contract, you may be in for some expensive surprises. Every aspect of your business operation is impacted when you perform government contracts. Contractors must comply with applicable minimum wage regulations under the Service Contract Act, the Walsh Healey Public Contracts Act, and the Davis Bacon Act. Contractors must also comply with small business size regulations and affiliation rules. Compliance with cost accounting regulations and rules applicable to defective pricing are mandatory in many instances, and contractor integrity requirements necessitate on-going employee oversight and education. Contractor's need to be careful to protect themselves and their intellectual property in the teaming arrangements and subcontracts they enter into. The road to successful government contracts are paved with failed companies who did not understand these rules and regulations, and the methods and means available to obtain equitable treatment and fairness.

We have more than twenty years of experience in helping contractors obtain and successfully perform their federal and state government contracts. We place a special emphasis on helping owners of small and medium-sized businesses with their contractual needs. The firm handles every aspect of the government's contracting process from the Government's first advertisement of an anticipated procurement through the source selection process and contract performance. The firm assists its clients to establish successful teaming arrangements and effective subcontracts tailored to comply with all regulatory requirements, and structured to provide them with maximum protection. The firm handles bid protests, performance disputes, and fraud allegations. Our firm possesses extensive knowledge of cost accounting issues including cost allowability issues, cost allocability issues, and general compliance with cost accounting requirements. We assist our clients through the audit process. We also handle allegations of employee misconduct and fraud, and represent clients in suspension and debarment proceedings. Our firm's thorough understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and regulations applicable to small businesses and 8(a) companies, as well as other applicable procurement rules provides our clients with a competitive advantage in the government contracting arena.

Our firm handles the following government contracts issues and more:

• Claims
• Bid protests
• Subcontracting
• Teaming agreements and other needs of companies with government construction contracts
• Commercial contracting
• Export control and ITAR compliance
• Development of compliance programs to protect against violations of government contract laws such as the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the Buy American Act
• Resolution of conflict of interest issues
• Freedom of Information Act matters
• Alternative dispute resolution in government contracts
• Proposal Red teaming
• Whistleblower and qui tam litigation
• Defense of contracts fraud charges, including false claims and false statements
• Cost accounting and allowable costs
• GSA schedule contracting

We can help you to achieve success

Whether you are a new government contractor, or have been successful for many years, you cannot be expected to understand how the law applies to your case. At The Martin Law Firm, PLLC, we are ready to meet with you to discuss everything that you will need to know about government contracts and how your bid will affect the final outcome. From avoiding bid disputes to the final collection of payments, we are ready to work with you.

We invite you to learn more about how we can help you be successful with your next government contract. We are the law firm business professionals rely upon to resolve their legal problems. Contact us to schedule a consultation. Please call 703.639.4738.