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What to Do if Your Federal Contract was Wrongfully Terminated by the Government

Posted February 18, 2025
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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
Author
Aron Beezley, Nathanial Greeson
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Government contracts often include a termination for convenience clause, generally allowing federal agencies to cancel agreements when it serves the government’s interest. While this power is fairly broad, it is not absolute — and when misused, contractors may have legal recourse. Several court cases highlight situations where termination for convenience was found to be an abuse of discretion or bad faith.

For government contractors, understanding these legal precedents can help identify improper terminations and explore possible remedies.

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