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Fastest 5 Minutes, The Podcast Government Contractors Can’t Do Without

Crowell & Moring LLP
Department Of Defense
Government Contracts
Tariffs
Department Of Justice
Federal Acquisition Regulation
Cybersecurity
National Defense Authorization Act
Supreme Court
GSA
Artificial Intelligence
Trump Administration
Defense Industrial Base
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Government Shutdown
Executive Order
Procurement Integrity Act
Executive Orders
China
Bid Protests
DOJ

Podcasts from the international law firm of Crowell & Moring LLP, primarily focusing on the government contracting sector.

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Latest Episodes

This special edition covers the Pentagon’s recent suspension of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Phase II requirements and initiation of a 60-day review by the CMMC Reform Task Force, and is hosted by Yuan Zhou, Kate Growley, and Nke... more

This week’s episode covers new FAR Council guidance implementing the fixed-price contracting mandate under Executive Order 14402, a Federal Circuit decision on bid protest timeliness, an advance notice of proposed rulemaking about printed circuit boa... more

This week’s episode covers a GSA proposed rule on AI and large language models, an Executive Order on post-quantum cryptography, a recent GAO decision about protest filing deadlines, and the latest in the FAR overhaul, and is hosted by Peter Eyre and... more

This week’s episode covers a proposed overhaul of the federal grants regulations, a new Executive Order on AI and cybersecurity, and a White House memo on AI, and is hosted by Peter Eyre and Yuan Zhou. Crowell & Moring’s “Fastest 5 Minutes” is a biwe... more

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Alex Schaefer
Partner in Crowell's International Trade Group
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Episode: Fastest 5 Minutes: New Administration & Tariffs

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Peter Eyre
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Yuan Zhou
Co-host delivering analysis of developments and regulatory context

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Short and Sweet

    Perfect sized podcast to stay on top of the latest federal contracting regulations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Red Baron83
    United States8 years ago
  • Invaluable to my practice

    Just as marketed-- invaluable to government contracts professionals

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hidntreshr
    United States9 years ago

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Concise episodes with practical takeaways for regulatory compliance and procurement.
Clear, actionable policy updates that help with everyday contracting decisions.
Credible hosts and timely analysis that translates complex rules into steps for sponsors and contractors.

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Special Edition of the Fastest 5 Minutes: Suspension of CMMC Phase II Requirements
Q: What obligations remain in place during the pause?
Contractors must continue to meet NIST 800-171 requirements under DFAR 7012, conduct Level 1 and Level 2 self-assessments, and be prepared for government-led assessments; Phase 1 self-assessments remain in place.
Special Edition of the Fastest 5 Minutes: Suspension of CMMC Phase II Requirements
Q: Why did the Pentagon suspend Phase 2 of CMMC, and what does this mean for ongoing compliance?
The suspension is to conduct a 60‑day review to ensure the program remains aligned with efficiency goals and to address concerns that the Phase 2 structure may be overly burdensome, while still requiring contractors to meet existing CUI/FCI protections under NIST 800-171 and maintain self-assessments.
Fastest 5 Minutes: “Prohibition on Certain Semiconductor Products and Services”
Q: So what are your thoughts on whether there are opportunities for advocacy?
The FAR Council is still soliciting comments before this goes final, and we expect industry groups to gather feedback and submit comments regarding practical constraints and implications as drafted.
Fastest 5 Minutes: “Prohibition on Certain Semiconductor Products and Services”
Q: What are some of the headlines from your standpoint?
This proposed rule is definitely a significant development for companies in the US government supply chain.
Fastest 5 Minutes: Government Shutdown
Q: What should we be doing now, today, in light of these issues?
Contractors should assess funding, communicate their needs to the government, and document all impacts and responses as the situation evolves.

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A concise briefing series that concentrates on US government contracting policy, regulation, and enforcement. Episodes typically dissect federal rules, acquisition reform, AI governance, cybersecurity mandates, and major policy shifts (e.g., FAR updates, DEI contracting requirements, NDAA provisions), with practical implications for contractors, grant managers, and procurement teams. The format tends to be fast-paced, guest-free or featuring a predictable rotating team, and emphasizes timelines, comment periods, and compliance steps. A standout trait is the ability to translate dense rulemaking into actionable takeaways for practitioners and compliance professionals, making it particularly useful for firms navigating complex government work... more

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