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Ruth represents government contractors throughout the procurement process and contract life cycle. Ruth is a holistic, full services government contracts attorney, representing clients through their bid and during bid protests; throughout contract execution, along with accompanying claims and adjustment requests; and, when necessary, through litigation in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Ruth also provides advice on compliance with a wide array of contracts-related regulations, and she defends contractors against potential suspension and disbarment.

The FAR Council issued a proposed rule that would amend the several FAR provisions and add new clauses to provide guidance on the safe handling of CUI. Public comments on the proposed rule are being accepted until March 17, 2025. The FAR Council intends to provide guidance to contractors on the requirements to mark, safeguard, disseminate, decontrol, and dispose of CUI (“CUI safeguarding”) for every executive branch agency.