PilieroMazza – When faced with the prospect of appealing an adverse decision from a contracting officer, government contractors may wonder whether it’s possible to prioritize costs, performance ratings, and future prospective contracts while engaging in litigation. The Boards of Contract Appeals (BCAs) may serve these purposes, as they aim to provide federal contractors with the opportunity to have their appeal heard before an independent board of administrative judges without the expense, timeline, and formality associated with traditional litigation at the Court of Federal Claims (COFC). In this first blog of a four-part series, PilieroMazza’s GovCon attorneys help federal contractors understand how the BCAs work—and why they might be the right venue for protecting your bottom line.
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How the Boards of Contract Appeals Work—And Why It Matters for Your Bottom Line, Part 1
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