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  • Code of Federal Regulations and Federal Register
  • Selected DoD References, Executive Orders, OFPP & Office of Government Ethics Materials, OMB Materials
  • Recent GAO Decisions

Federal Acquisition Regulation and Agency Supplements:

  • Federal Acquisition Regulation
  • Department of Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation
  • Federal Acquisition Circulars
  • Department of Interior Acquisition Regulation
  • Department of Agriculture Acquisition Regulation
  • Department of Justice Acquisition Regulations
  • Department of Defense FAR Supplement
  • Department of Labor Acquisition Regulation
  • Department of Defense Acquisition Regulations – DFARS and Other DOD Policy Memoranda and Open DFARS Cases
  • NASA FAR Supplement
  • NASA FAR Supplement, Clauses, Handbooks and Guidance Documents
  • Department of State Acquisition Regulations
  • Department of Transportation Acquisition Regulation
  • Navy Marine Corps Acquisition Regulation Supplement
  • Department of Transportation Electronic Acquisition Reference Library
  • Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DOE Site)
  • Department of Treasury Acquisition Regulation
  • Department of Energy Acquisition Letters
  • U.S. Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulations
  • Federal Aviation Administration Acquisition Management System
  • U.S. Postal Service Purchasing Guidelines

Supreme Court of the United States:

  • U.S. Supreme Court Home Page
  • U.S. Supreme Court Automated Docket System
  • U.S. Supreme Court Opinions Since 1893- Searchable
  • Rules of the Supreme Court

United States District Court for the District of Columbia:'

  • United States District Court for the District of Columbia Home Page
  • United States District Court Calendars
  • Opinions of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
  • United States District Court Forms
  • Local Rules of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
  • Electronic Case Filing

Department of Justice Office of Information and Privacy Materials:

  • Freedom of Information Act Guide (2009)
  • Privacy Act Overview (May 2004)(DoJ)
  • Freedom of Information Act Reference Guide (May 2006)

Federal Boards of Contract Appeal:

  • Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Decisions
  • Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Rules
  • Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Biographies
  • Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals Charter
  • Civilian Board of Contract Appeals Decisions
  • Civilian Board of Contract Appeals Rules
  • Civilian Board of Contract Appeals Biographies
  • Civilian Board of Contract Appeals Mission

Federal Aviation Administration Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition:

  • ODRA Home Page
  • ODRA Guide
  • Casefile of Protests and Contract Disputes
  • ODRA Process

Government Accountability Office Decisions, Documents, and Reports:

  • Comptroller General Decisions and Opinions
  • Government Accountability Office Bid Protest Regulations
  • Comptroller General Bid Protest Docket – Searchable
  • Government Accountability Office Reports and Testimony – Browse by Date (Past Year)
  • GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law: Volume I (1991) (GAO Red Book) (PDF)
  • GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law: Volume II (1992) (PDF)
  • GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law: Volume III (1994) (PDF)
  • GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law: Volume IV (2001) (PDF)
  • GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law: Volume V (2002) (PDF)

Small Business Administration Decisions:

  • SBA Office of Hearings and Appeals Decisions – Searchable
  • Rules of Practice for Appeals from Size Determinations and SIC Code Designations

United States Postal Service Decisions:

  • Procurement Protest Decisions – Searchable
  • Purchasing Challenges

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Government Contracts Blog

Healthcare Fraud Defense Alert

The Stakes of a Healthcare Fraud Investigation Not Going In Your Favor? The Information Below Can Avoid Jail Time and Hefty Fines. Facing a federal investigation or federal indictment for healthcare fraud can be your company’s most critical legal challenge. Whether you are a hospital, pharmaceutical firm, physician practice group,... Read more » The post Healthcare Fraud Defense Alert appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Steps to Take After a Healthcare Fraud Indictment

Being indicted for healthcare fraud is a stressful and overwhelming experience. Whether you’re a medical provider, healthcare business owner, or administrator, facing criminal charges can jeopardize your career, finances, and personal freedom. Knowing the right steps to take after a healthcare fraud indictment is critical to protecting your rights and... Read more » The post Steps to Take After a Healthcare Fraud Indictment appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Facing Healthcare Fraud Allegations? Protect Your Career, Reputation, and Freedom

Healthcare providers dedicate their careers to helping others, yet those same providers can find themselves targeted in aggressive federal investigations for healthcare fraud. Whether you’re facing allegations of Medicare fraud, Medicaid fraud, or other forms of billing misconduct, the consequences can be severe — impacting your professional license, financial stability,... Read more » The post Facing Healthcare Fraud Allegations? Protect Your Career, Reputation, and Freedom appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

How Does DOGE Cancelled Contracts for Convenience Impact You?

According to the Federal News Network “Nearly 40% of the federal cancelled contracts that President Donald Trump’s administration claims to have canceled as part of its signature cost-cutting program aren’t expected to save the government any money, the administration’s own data shows.” The Department of Government Efficiency, run by Trump adviser... Read more » The post How Does DOGE Cancelled Contracts for Convenience Impact You? appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Was Your Federal Search Warrant Lawfully Executed? What Government Contractors and Healthcare Providers Need to Know

What Government Contractors and Healthcare Providers Need to Know Your entire criminal case could be thrown out if there is an unlawful and unconstitutional search warrant executed in your case. When the FBI, DOJ, or other federal agencies execute a search warrant at your business, office, or home, the stakes... Read more » The post Was Your Federal Search Warrant Lawfully Executed? What Government Contractors and Healthcare Providers Need to Know appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Choosing Litigation Over Settlement in a Federal False Claims Act Case: What You Need to Know

Facing a Federal False Claims Act (FCA) investigation or lawsuit puts businesses, government contractors, and healthcare providers in a difficult position. The decision to settle or litigate your case is complex and stressful, and there is no perfect answer. While settling may seem like the safest route, it comes with... Read more » The post Choosing Litigation Over Settlement in a Federal False Claims Act Case: What You Need to Know appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Avoid Costly Mistakes With Federal False Claims Act Penalties
Avoid Costly Mistakes With Federal False Claims Act Penalties

Understanding how much the federal government can go after you for in False Claims Act penalties is essential when deciding your next steps in a civil or criminal case. The more you understand criminal penalties and civil FCA fines, the better you can work with your False Claims Act attorney... Read more » The post Avoid Costly Mistakes With Federal False Claims Act Penalties appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

Consequences to Overbilling in Healthcare Fraud: Defending Against Federal Charges 18 USC 1347

Overbilling in Healthcare Fraud Criminal Cases: What You Need to Know Overbilling in healthcare is a critical issue that has landed countless providers, administrators, and healthcare professionals across the United States in legal trouble under 18 USC 1347. In many cases, an administrative error can also result in allegations of... Read more » The post Consequences to Overbilling in Healthcare Fraud: Defending Against Federal Charges 18 USC 1347 appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

How to Respond to a Subpoena Duces Tecum from Federal Law Enforcement
How to Respond to a Subpoena Duces Tecum from Federal Law Enforcement

In today’s environment, you can be a federal government contractor working on a federal contract or a healthcare provider managing a busy practice, when you receive subpoena duces tecum from the Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), or Office of Inspector General (OIG) lands on your desk.... Read more » The post How to Respond to a Subpoena Duces Tecum from Federal Law Enforcement appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

What are Your Potential Defenses to HealthCare Fraud Charges?
What are Your Potential Defenses to HealthCare Fraud Charges?

When federal prosecutors bring healthcare fraud charges against you, you must defend yourself. Having aggressive healthcare fraud defense lawyers on your team is critical. Each case is very fact-specific. However, below are some of your potential defenses to healthcare fraud charges. The five most important Federal fraud and abuse laws... Read more » The post What are Your Potential Defenses to HealthCare Fraud Charges? appeared first on Watson & Associates LLC Government Contracts Blog. [...]

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