MAKING A PROFIT ON CHANGED WORK
Many, if not most, contractors have been smart enough to build the effects of inflation into their initial pricing on government contracts. Some of them, however, did not get it…
LEADERSHIP
You arrive 10 minutes late to the 4 o’clock meeting and sit at the head of the table or stand at the podium. You launch into an expression of your…
PROMPT JUDICIAL RELIEF
Why declaratory relief? It can break up an impasse preventing performance. What is it? A judgment from the court or board that resolves a dispute that may be a severe…
RESUME OF WILLIAM J. SPRIGGS
RESUME OF WILLIAM J. SPRIGGS From 2011 to Present, 23 ASBCA and CBCA appeals. Over the past several years, Mr. Spriggs has successfully handled 23 appeals on behalf of clients…
HOW TO CONVERT A REQUEST FOR EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENT (REA) TO A CLAIM
1. Send a letter to the contracting officer, which either attaches the REA, refers to it, incorporates it by reference, or preferably both. 2. In the letter, say that you…
A WALK THROUGH FAR (BUT NOT TOO FAR)
You all are familiar with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). However, you may need a handy reference guide to the various Parts and Subparts. I’ve put together a summary of…
HOW TO PRICE REA
1. DIRECT MATERIAL 2. DIRECT LABOR 3. INDIRECT FACTORY OR FIELD OVERHEAD EXPENSE, IF APPLICABLE 4. SUBCONTRACTOR REA COSTS AND SUBCONTRACTOR’S PROFIT ON THOSE COSTS 5. COSTS OF CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION…
A TRIBUTE TO BILL SPRIGGS FROM HIS PARTNERS
In grateful appreciation of the special valor you have shown in leading the firm through difficult times by selflessly refusing to compromise on matters of principle and resolutely adhering to…
IN FAVOR OF WORKING FROM HOME
The True Measure of Productivity: Debunking the Myth of Working from Home In the modern world, the debate over remote work versus traditional office work has reached new heights. Many…
HOW I USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MY LAW PRACTICE
As a lawyer working on government contracts, I find that Artificial Intelligence is crucial in streamlining my work process. AI is particularly helpful in managing the vast amount of paperwork…