CARES Act Authorizes Reimbursement for Department of Defense Contractors’ Paid Leave Expenses

Section 3610 (“Federal Contractor Authority”) of the CARES Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, provides U.S. contracting agencies with discretion to modify the terms and conditions of government contracts to allow for contractor cost reimbursement for paid leave to keep their employees and subcontractors in a “ready state.” On April 8, 2020, the Department of Defense (“DoD”) approved a deviation from the DoD’s traditional contract cost principles (“DoD Contract Cost Principles”) under Defense Federal Acquisition Supplement (“DFARS”) 231 to authorize DoD contracting officers to use the newly issued DFARS 231.205-79 as a means to implement the Federal Contractor Authority for defense contractors.

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PG Business Relief Fund & other tools for Small Business during COVID-19

Prince George's County has rolled out a new initiative that will provide financial assistance to county businesses impacted by the new coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Businesses can apply online to request up to $100,000 in operating funds for a period of 6 months from the Prince George's County COVID19 Business Relief Fund to pay for payroll, suppliers, rent, fixed debt payments or other critical expenses. In order to qualify, businesses must be based in PG County and be considered a small business as defined by the Small Business Administration.

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The NASA SBIR/STTR 2020 Phase I Program Solicitation is now open! Proposals due by 3/20/2020 at 5pm

1. The Innovation Corps (I-Corps) Program helps small businesses commercialize their innovations. Consider selecting “opt-in” for the I-Corps Program when submitting your proposal. Opting in does not obligate you to participate.Proposal Submission SystemAll applicants must submit proposals using the Proposal Submissions Electronic Handbook (EHB). Please visit sbir.gsfc.nasa.gov/submissions/login to log in and access resources to help you get started.Proposal Submission Tips

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