When bad things happen to good contracts Government contracts are inherently complex, containing a maze of rules and requirements that can make even straightforward jobs seem tedious. Run afoul of these rules, and you could find yourself in a tangle. And problems do crop up.
Jobs go over budget, deliverables arrive late and deals abruptly change or are cancelled.
The agency holds most of the power in a dispute, and a contractor may have to spend lots of time and money to fix a problem. Simply reading your contract very carefully can prevent many problems. The written document explains what the agency wants and how it expects you to do the job. Don't attempt to do more or less than necessary. By simply fulfilling those terms, you should be in good shape.