Federal Circuit Reconsiders Who Can Protest: A Potential Opening for Subcontractors in Government Procurement
A pivotal Federal Circuit case could redefine who can file federal bid protests. The outcome may allow subcontractors like commercial software vendors to challenge procurement law violations at the Court of Federal Claims, broadening legal standing beyond traditional bidders.
Federal Circuit Affirms Government’s Right to Challenge Improper Restrictive Markings on Commercial Technical Data
A recent Federal Circuit decision affirms the U.S. government’s authority to challenge restrictive markings on commercial technical data, even when developed at private expense, with implications for defense contractors navigating DFARS compliance and IP protections.