Foley partner Erin Toomey contributed an article to Thomson Reuters’ Practical Law Commercial in September 2017. The article, “Federal Government Contracts: Overview,” provides tips on how to become a U.S. government contractor and reviews the various types of federal government contracts and procurements. The piece also discusses how to implement an effective compliance program to address legal requirements unique to government contracting.
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