Federal agencies are required to award government contracts in accordance to various acquisition laws and regulations. If a party interested in a government contract believes that an agency has violated procurement law or regulation in a solicitation for goods or services, or the award of a contract, it may file a bid protest.

This briefing will explain the basics of a bid protest - where to file when to file, and the pros and cons of each forum (agency, with the GAO, or in court). Additionally, this briefing will cover considerations vendors should make before filing a protest. 

Recommended attending personnel:

Recommended attendees for this briefing include senior vendor leadership, business development, proposal writers, contract managers, and contract officers.

Important: This briefing uses a Zoom-based communication connection via your network. This briefing will be accessible via phone if you are unable to connect online and recorded versions will be distributed with closed-caption for the hearing impaired. Instructions for login will be provided upon registration.

1:00 PM Welcome and Introductions 

1:05 PM Topical Overview

• What is a Bid/Award Protest?
• Who can file a protest?
• Why Protest?

1:10 PM Protest Regulations

1:15 PM Protesting Fundamentals

• Pre-Award
• Post-Award
• Filing Process
• Response Process & Timeline
• Possible Outcomes

1:30 PM Protest Progress

• Protest Arguments
• Corrective Actions
• Appeals

1:50 PM Pros & Cons

2:00 PM Protest Considerations

2:10 PM Q&A

2:25 PM Final Remarks & Additional Resources