Executive orders, new regulations, class deviations, statutes, protests, and litigation all ensure that the compliance landscape for government contracts is always evolving at a breakneck pace. These changes can be difficult to track, but Federal Publication Seminars' Quarterly Update gathers the most significant changes and distills them for government contracting professionals. That usually (but not always) includes updates to:  Cybersecurity requirements  Changes to labor regulations and enforcement  Domestic preferences; and  Small business regulations Each session will be jammed packed with the latest information and is a valuable tool in staying up to date in an ever-changing environment.

Executive orders, new regulations, class deviations, statutes, protests, and litigation all ensure that the compliance landscape for government contracts is always evolving at a breakneck pace. These changes can be difficult to track, but Federal Publication Seminars' Quarterly Update gathers the most significant changes and distills them for government contracting professionals. That usually (but not always) includes updates to:  Cybersecurity requirements  Changes to labor regulations and enforcement  Domestic preferences; and  Small business regulations Each session will be jammed packed with the latest information and is a valuable tool in staying up to date in an ever-changing environment.

Though the Department of Defense's (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program has experienced some delays, the regulations are still imminent and your government contracting organization still needs to be prepared. Join CohnReznick, a C3PAO, and their cyber and government contracting professionals, as they shed light on the current status of CMMC regulations and the critical actions that need to be taken. Topics to be discussed (learning objectives):  Update on current status of CMMC  Anticipated rulemaking timeline and hot-button issues impacting the timeline  Current active regulatory and enforcement considerations that contractors need to understand  Actions contractors should be taking in the meantime to minimize risk and maintain compliance

This webinar will examine the cyber threat landscape facing government contractors, from increasingly complex extortion and ransomware schemes to supply chain attacks on trusted vendors. We also will discuss the security incident reporting obligations to which federal contractors are or may be subject. Drawing on the panelists' experience across government and the private sector, this session also will cover pre- and post- incident practical considerations and evolving best practices for managing a crisis response and maintaining trust when incidents do occur. Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, attendees will understand the various types of cybersecurity incident reporting obligations that apply to federal contractors, what actions to take in anticipation of and following a cyber incident, and the broader global cyber risk environment in which they operate.

Big changes are coming as a result of rollout of CMMC and President Biden's New Executive Order On May 12, 2021, President Joe Biden signed an Executive Order (EO) to improve the U.S.'s cybersecurity and protect federal networks. The EO is the most recent action in the Biden Administration's plan to overhaul U.S. cybersecurity strategy and leadership but is far from the first U.S. government mandate on cybersecurity - other executive orders and standards abound. The March 12 EO does introduce additional oversight and response capabilities by focusing on several key areas of much needed security of our national assets. This EO in combination with the Department of Defense's (DOD) rollout of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) will be a dramatic change and improve the security of the defense supply chain (DSC) and the defense industrial base (DIB). This course will focus on the key initiatives of the EO as well as how the CMMC will affect those who do business with the U.S. Government. Objectives Understand the key initiatives described in the new Cybersecurity Executive Order and how they will impact you Understand the key implications of CMMC and how they will affect you Understand the steps your company can take today in order to best positioned to be compliant with the new EO and CMMC Insights on how this will affect the DSC and DIB.

The Coronavirus Survival Guide: How Federal Contractors Can Minimize Impacts While Maximizing Revenue (Removing the "Panic" from Pandemic) Description: As the impacts of the coronavirus ripple through the federal contracting community, contractors of all sizes and types are understandably concerned about weathering the storm. In this interactive discussion, veteran government contracts and global trade attorneys from McCarter & English will advise contractors on the range of available remedies in the face of work stoppages, telework demands, supply chain interruptions, and other challenges to meeting performance obligations. Moreover, McCarter & English attorneys will discuss the rapidly developing and expanding fast track contracting methods now being utilized by agencies, the impact and ramifications of the invocation of the Defense Production Act, and the business opportunities available in this era of unprecedented federal spending and future recovery efforts. This webinar will include a robust discussion of critical contract clauses, strategic internal and external communication plans, the impact of tariffs, border and travel restrictions on supply chains and logistics, and new vectors for business development. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be prepared to identify the necessary requirements required to justify an excusable delay, understand the impact of the current crisis on rated versus non-rated orders, and how to prepare for such orders. Students will also understand the impact of remote work on contractual cybersecurity requirements and the processing of various government filings at DSCA, DDTC, BIS and OFAC. This live webinar is eligible for CLE/CPE credit.

Catching the Next Wave of DFARS Cybersecurity Compliance Cybersecurity: it feels like an endless summer, doesn't it? For those doing business with the DoD, new regulatory waves keep coming, leaving contractors in a riptide of DFARS cybersecurity compliance. Keeping your head above water requires an informed cybersecurity strategy, now more than ever. Join Steel Root, experts in cybersecurity and DFARS compliance, for a discussion with Alex Major, co-leader of the Government Contracts and Export Controls group at McCarter & English on how contractors who may be treading water can learn how to pop up and catch the next wave of cybersecurity compliance. Participants will learn about:  The DoD's new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. As early as 2021, every prime and subcontractor on a DoD supply chain may need to be audited and certified under CMMC. We'll parse out what is known about the evolving program and offer strategies for how to prepare for the changes.  Strategies for achieving and maintaining DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance in the context of changing regulatory and market forces.  Why NIST compliance is likely not a high enough standard for DoD contractors.  Bridging the IT gap with practical tips for compliance readiness and cyber resiliency. This webinar is sponsored by Steel Root. About our presenters Ryan Heidorn, Ryan Bonner and Alex Major:

Transactions involving government contractors are on the rise. Several macro trends, including an intensified focus on defense spending, evolving regulations, cybersecurity threats, and foreign investment concerns, are driving activity in this space as well as complexity around structure and negotiated terms. These influences implicate a host of unique legal issues for suppliers of the federal government. This panel will touch on several of these and others, including distinctions between public and private transactions, changing regulatory requirements, novations, small business concerns, and recent developments at CFIUS. CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. About Our Presenters: Peter H. Rosenbaum, Partner Peter H. Rosenbaum concentrates in corporate transactions and counseling, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and securities compliance and reporting. In the area of mergers and acquisitions, he has represented public and private companies as buyers and sellers in a wide range of industries and an array of transaction structures. His securities practice centers on securities compliance matters and capital raising transactions. Grant B. Schweikert, Associate Grant B. Schweikert is an associate in the firm's Government Contracts Practice. He represents buyers and sellers in all aspects related to acquisitions and divestitures of government contractor businesses. He also counsels government contractor clients in contract negotiations, contract disputes, Federal Acquisition Regulation compliance and bid protests. D. Joe Smith, Partner D. Joe Smith is chair of the firm's Government Contracts Practice. He has represented large and small companies in a wide variety of government contract matters. With more than 40 years of experience, he has been lead counsel for a wide range of defense contractors in both the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals and the Court of Federal Claims as well as numerous federal district courts.