Disputes in Federal contracting rarely arise during the bidding stage—they often emerge once performance is underway. After the parties sign the agreement and begin providing goods or services, it is not unusual to discover that the initial specifications no longer fit the project’s needs. Attempts to revise those terms can invite conflict, whether from the other contracting party or from outside stakeholders who claim the changes violate the solicitation.

This CLE program will walk attorneys through the legal landscape that governs these post-award challenges. The discussion covers the government’s authority to end an agreement for its own convenience—an action that may still require reimbursement of contractor costs—as well as the harsher option of termination for default, which can create significant and lasting repercussions for the contractor.

By examining how such disputes develop and the mechanisms available for resolution, participants will gain valuable insight into the rules and processes that shape Federal contract management after the deal is signed.