Federal Contractors

Federal Projects Demand
Federal-Grade Compliance

Federal and interstate construction is governed by strict requirements. Non-compliance with the Miller Act, Davis-Bacon, FAR, or state lien laws can cost you your right to payment.

No Lien on Federal Property
You cannot place a mechanics' lien on federal property. Your only recourse is a Miller Act payment bond claim—and deadlines are strict.
Davis-Bacon Violations
Failure to pay prevailing wages can result in contract termination, debarment from future federal work, and personal liability.
Termination for Default
Federal contracts allow termination for default—resulting in liability for reprocurement costs and potential debarment.
Protect Your Business
PUBLIC PROJECTS

Federal Government Construction

Federal public works projects are subject to unique bonding, wage, and procurement requirements. Compliance is mandatory to protect your payment rights and avoid debarment.

Miller Act (40 USC § 3131-3134)

Payment and Performance Bond Requirements

1

What's Required

  • Performance bond for contracts over $150,000
  • Payment bond for contracts over $35,000
  • Subcontractors: Notice to GC within 90 days
  • File suit within 1 year of last work
  • Suit filed in federal district court
2

Consequences

  • Miss 90-day notice: Lose bond claim
  • Miss 1-year deadline: Claim barred
  • No lien rights on federal property
  • Limited to breach of contract claims
  • No prejudgment interest in many cases
3

How We Help

  • Notice to prime contractor preparation
  • Bond claim deadline tracking
  • Payment bond claim drafting
  • Subcontract bond provisions
  • Dispute resolution support

Davis-Bacon Act

Prevailing Wage Requirements

1

What's Required

  • Pay prevailing wages (projects over $2,000)
  • Weekly certified payroll submissions
  • Post wage determination at job site
  • Maintain payroll records 3 years
  • Fringe benefit payments required
2

Consequences

  • Contract termination
  • Personal liability for back wages
  • Debarment from federal work (3 years)
  • Withholding of contract payments
  • False statements: Criminal penalties
3

How We Help

  • Wage determination compliance
  • Certified payroll procedures
  • Subcontract wage provisions
  • Audit defense preparation
  • Compliance program development

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Contract Clauses and Dispute Procedures

1

Key FAR Clauses

  • Changes clause (government modifications)
  • Disputes clause (CDA procedures)
  • Termination for convenience
  • Termination for default
  • Buy American Act compliance
2

Consequences

  • Termination for default
  • Reprocurement cost liability
  • Excess cost recovery by government
  • Debarment from federal contracts
  • False Claims Act liability
3

How We Help

  • FAR clause analysis and explanation
  • Change order documentation
  • Request for Equitable Adjustment
  • Disputes Act claims
  • Subcontract FAR flowdown
PRIVATE & INTERSTATE PROJECTS

Multi-State Construction

Private projects across state lines require careful attention to varying state lien laws, choice of law provisions, and federal labor standards.

Multi-State Lien Compliance

We navigate the varying notice and recording requirements of each state where you work, ensuring you preserve lien rights across all jurisdictions.

Choice of Law Strategy

We structure contracts with favorable choice of law and venue provisions that protect your interests while remaining enforceable.

OSHA Compliance

We build proper safety allocation provisions into your contracts, protecting you from liability for OSHA violations on multi-contractor sites.

Interstate Dispute Resolution

We draft arbitration and dispute resolution provisions that work across state lines and provide efficient paths to resolution.

Federal Funding Compliance

When private projects receive federal funds, we ensure your contracts address triggered requirements like Davis-Bacon or Section 3.

Little Miller Act Bonds

Most states have "Little Miller Acts" for state projects. We ensure your subcontracts protect your bond claim rights under applicable state law.

Contract Services for Federal Contractors

We build contracts that protect your bond rights, ensure compliance, and position you for success on federal and interstate projects.

Federal Contract Review

Comprehensive review of federal contracts including FAR clause analysis, flowdown requirements, and compliance obligations.

Subcontract Drafting

Federal-compliant subcontracts with proper FAR flowdown, bond protection provisions, and dispute resolution procedures.

Bond Claim Protection

Miller Act notice preparation, deadline tracking, and bond claim documentation to protect your right to payment.

Davis-Bacon Compliance

Wage determination analysis, certified payroll procedures, and compliance program development for prevailing wage requirements.

Change Order Documentation

Request for Equitable Adjustment preparation, change order pricing, and modification documentation under FAR procedures.

Dispute Resolution

Contract Disputes Act claims, appeals to boards of contract appeals, and federal court litigation support.

Protect Your Federal Contracting Business

Federal and interstate projects demand specialized contract expertise.
Let us build contracts that protect your rights and ensure compliance.

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