The Department of Defense (DoD) issued a memorandum on January 16, 2026 to announce a two‑stage review of small business set‑aside and 8(a) contract awards over $20 million for possible terminations for convenience. This review is occurring quickly, and contractors should be prepared to understand what DoD is investigating and respond quickly to agency requests.
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Executive Orders to Watch for Federal Contractors and Fund Recipients
President Trump signed a multitude of Executive Orders (EOs) during his first two weeks in office. EOs are directives from the President to federal agencies that do not require Congressional approval. EOs include mandates that take immediate effect and others that require some groundwork by federal agencies to effect, such as the drafting of implementing…
Don’t Miss the Fifth Annual Federal Contracts Symposium October 21-22

Join us in Washington, DC for our fifth annual Federal Contracts Symposium October 21 – 22, 2024 at the Willard InterContinental. We have a great lineup this year, featuring insightful panels and strategic networking with industry leaders and government representatives. The Symposium will open with a cocktail reception from 6 – 8 pm on October…
Highlights from our Fourth Annual Federal Contracts Symposium

Fox’s Fourth Annual Federal Contracts Symposium Washington, D.C.| Willard InterContinental
Thank you for those who were able to join us at our fourth annual Federal Contracts Symposium.
We invite you to review the materials from our presentations that covered key issues facing government contractors. The topics include:
- Year in Review – Federal Contracts Case Law
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Upcoming Event: Fox’s Fourth Annual Federal Contracts Symposium

October 23-24 | Washington, D.C.| Willard InterContinental
Join Fox Rothschild’s Federal Government Contracts & Procurement attorneys, BRG’s Government Contracts professionals, industry leaders and government representative for targeted sessions and networking at our fourth annual Federal Contract Symposium.
You can register for the event here.
The in-person event kicks off on October 23 with an…