Sher & Blackwell assists
clients in all phases of contracting with the federal government. Sher & Blackwell
advises clients in preparing proposals and bids; conducting negotiations with contracting
agencies; protesting deficiencies or ambiguities in government solicitations before bids
or best and final offers; 
protesting deficiencies in or defending the award process; novating
contracts; negotiating change orders; handling contract disputes arising during
performance; and assessing the effect of relevant statutes or actions by federal agencies
on contract performance (for example actions by the Department of Labor under the Service
Contract Act).
In addition to successfully representing clients in bid
protests before the General Accounting Office and contract dispute claims before
Contracting Officers, Boards of Contract Appeals, and the courts, the firm has represented
clients in government/industry working groups involved in the improvement of the
contracting process.
Sher & Blackwell also advises clients on the effect of
pending legislation on contracts, particularly when such legislation may effect the
exercise of options or the possible termination or length of a contract.
Sher & Blackwell specializes in government contracts in
the maritime sector, including charters and contracts for ocean transportation, dredging,
vessel services, and ship management services. Because of our expertise in the field of
U.S. and international maritime law, we possess a unique ability to provide thorough and
creative advice regarding the relationships among standard procurement practices and
specialized laws and regulations governing maritime matters. 
Government
Contracts