The Walsh Construction Protest and the Removal of Project Labor Agreement Requirements
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The Walsh Construction Protest and the Removal of Project Labor Agreement Requirements

A GAO decision denied Walsh Construction’s protest against the Army Corps of Engineers' removal of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) requirement. The ruling clarifies how federal procurement regulations apply to IDIQ contracts and highlights evolving legal challenges to PLA mandates. Learn about the implications for contractors navigating federal construction projects.

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Rising Costs and Natural Hazards Challenge State Department’s Embassy Management Efforts
U.S. Department of State, Embassies, Construction, GAO Report Office Manager U.S. Department of State, Embassies, Construction, GAO Report Office Manager

Rising Costs and Natural Hazards Challenge State Department’s Embassy Management Efforts

The State Department faces rising costs and natural hazards impacting its ability to construct and maintain U.S. embassies globally. This report highlights financial challenges, deferred maintenance, and resilience issues that strain embassy management efforts and require strategic planning and congressional support.

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