Government,
Contracts
Apr. 29, 2020
Working with the government to address COVID-19: basics of government contracting
This article addresses key flexibilities in government contracting. An agile procurement system is critical to addressing new or urgent needs, such as the response to COVID-19. Even in these times of national emergency, however, the government contracting process can be complex.





Sara Ponzio
Sara is an in-house transactional attorney for a large public agency in California. Her practice areas include technology, medical device, and pharmaceutical acquisitions and construction. The information and opinions provided by Sara Ponzio are made in her personal capacity, and her title is provided for information purposes only.

David Dowd
Partner
Mayer Brown LLP
David a partner in the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice. He is an experienced litigator whose practice has a strong emphasis in government contracting issues and controversies.

Paul Chen
Partner
Mayer Brown LLP
Paul is a partner in the firm's Silicon Valley and San Francisco offices. He advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, early to late stage investments, alliances and other corporate transactions.
This article addresses key flexibilities in government contracting. An agile procurement system is critical to addressing new or urgent needs, such as the response to COVID-19. Even in these times of national emergency, however, the government contracting process can be complex. This article is intended to provide some insight and guidance regarding the government contracting process to help facilitate the delivery of essential goods and services to address the COVID-...
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