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A dispute over government audit rights in hybrid contracts

In cost-plus contracts, exactly how much of a contractor’s records can the government see? And who in particular can see them? Those questions are at the…

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Defense claims against contractors have a shelf life of infinity

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Federal Drive interviews — June 1

Jeff Orner, chief administrative officer at the Department of Homeland Security, talks about a teleworking award his office recently received. Sopen Shah,…

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DCMA still faces challenges

While the Defense Contract Management Agency has made progress in rebuilding its capacity, it still faces some significant challenges, according to the…

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DCAA tightens audit scopes, sees big returns

DCAA has added 500 employees over the last two years but is conducting fewer, though higher quality, audits each year. Director Patrick Fitzgerald explains the thinking behind a new framework.

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