KARLO Insights Blog
Navigating the FAR: A Comprehensive Guide for Government Contractors
Just getting started with federal contracting? Not to worry! We’ve created a comprehensive overview of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), just for you. We have compiled all of the FAR basics in one place, so that you can feel confident about securing and maintaining your largest contracts.
Striking at the Core: Can the Small Business Contracting Fairness Act Deliver Real Impact?
In this article we review the Small Business Contracting Fairness Act proposed by Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff and the commentary surrounding the potential impact it would have on the procurement efforts that arise out of the already passed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
NIH's CIO-SP4: A Procurement Headache Fueling Protest Surge at GAO
This article reviews the surprising uptick in bid protests filed with the GAO in 2023. Unfortunately, the statistics from the GAO may not reflect an actual uptick in the success and reliability of the GAO in effectively challenging issues, alleged by contractors, for procurements and solicitations.
The $15 Minimum Wage Fight: Biden vs. the 5th Circuit and the Future of Government Contracts
President Biden's ambitious plan to raise the minimum wage for government contractors to $15 hit a roadblock after a Texas judge ruled the Department of Labor lacked authority. Biden argues for the increase based on existing laws, while small businesses worry about increased costs and reduced competition. The legal battle, currently appealed, will influence both the fate of the $15 wage and the DOL's future regulatory power in the sector.