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Client Alerts 6 results

Client Alert | 1 min read | 04.15.24

New FAR Part 40 to Address Supply Chain and Information Security Requirements

On April 1, 2024, the Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
issued a final rule updating the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to add Part 40 on information security and supply chain security. This first action did not
implement any new requirements; however, separate rulemakings will follow to relocate existing information security and supply chain security policies and......

Client Alert | 1 min read | 03.27.23

DoD Digs In Its Cyber “SPRS”: New Solicitation Provision Requires Contracting Officers to Consider SPRS Risk Assessments

On March 22, 2022, the Department of Defense (DoD) issued a final rule requiring contracting officers to consider supplier risk assessments in DoD’s Supplier
Performance Risk System (SPRS) when evaluating offers. SPRS is a DoD enterprise system that collects contractor quality and delivery performance data
from a variety of systems to develop three risk assessments: item risk, price risk, and supplier risk. The final rule introduces a new solicitation provision, DF......

Client Alert | 2 min read | 02.26.21

New Biden EO Keeps Focus on Supply Chain Security for Critical Industries

On February 24, 2021, President Biden issued the anticipated Executive Order (EO) on America’s Supply Chains, setting forth the Administration’s policy and
goals with respect to strengthening and securing the country’s supply chain for critical products and services. Reflecting both an economic and national
security focus, the EO directs the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (APNSA) and the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy (APE......

Webinars 3 results

Webinar | 03.15.23, 10:00 AM CET - 12:00 PM CET

Doing Business in/with the US: Your Pathway to Success

There are business opportunities abound in and with the US. You just have to know where to find them and how to navigate through the rules and regulations.
Crowell launches a series of webinars in which we will help you to successfully do business in and with the US. Don’t miss out on this series where our
practitioners will guide you through the intricate legal landscape to ensure you can establish and conduct your business in a fast and easy way. We will cove......

Webinar | 01.26.22, 8:00 AM EST - 9:00 AM EST

Supply Chain Webinar Series: International Trade

Supply chain disruptions have exacerbated strains and weaknesses in existing trade infrastructure, causing widespread ripple effects throughout the global
economy.  From an international trade perspective, companies face real-time pressures to make business decisions that may have complex legal implications
going forward.  Our International Trade Team will lead a discussion highlighting current risks companies are encountering, potential legal implications, and s......

Webinar | 03.25.20, 9:00 AM EDT - 10:30 AM EDT

Navigating an Evolving Supply Chain Landscape in the Face of the Coronavirus Pandemic

The Coronavirus Pandemic continues to cause disruptions and highlight vulnerabilities in supply chains across nearly all industrial sectors. As businesses
attempt to respond to challenges in obtaining parts and supplies, meeting contract supply and staffing requirements, and adhering to CDC recommendations,
companies should be aware of how to minimize disruptions, preserve their rights, and avoid bad practices that could enhance post-pandemic legal risk. Th......

Speaking Engagements 6 results