Protesting a federal contract can be costly, if you’re the company behind the protest.

There are legal bills – and fees tied to the bid and proposal – that could easily reach $100,000 or more.

Bill Welch chairs the government contracts practice group at General Counsel PC. He has advice for companies that are thinking about launching protests.

Copyright © 2025 Federal News Network. All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area.