Attorneys assist individual and corporate clients to comply with the complex laws, rules, regulations, and procedures related to the bidding process, protests of contract awards, negotiating final terms of contracts, and resolving disputes over performance or compensation. While attorneys may have general experience with government contracts it is important that an attorney also have experience with the particular governmental authority involved and knowledge of bidding and contracting policies and procedures specific to that agency. Bidding and contracting with state and local governmental entities therefore typically involve local attorneys experienced in the applicable law and procedures and acquainted with the personnel of the contracting authority. Federal contract issues are often handled by attorneys specializing in the field and, perhaps, the particular laws and agency regulations involved, such as the Armed Services Procurement Act of 1947, which governs acquisition by the U.S. Defense Department of all property, construction, and services.
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