Legal & Regulatory February 06, 2026

"Commercial" contracting with the U.S. Government

Key Takeaways

  • The U.S. government is shifting toward more commercial‑friendly contracting, making it easier—but also necessary—for commercial and non‑traditional companies to adapt to new rules.
  • Agencies are increasingly using flexible procurement methods that allow them to buy more like commercial buyers and quickly access innovative solutions.
  • The FAR overhaul, recent court rulings, and the 2026 NDAA will significantly reshape compliance, risk, and opportunity for commercial contractors.

Navigating the New Era of U.S. Government Contracting: Strategies for Commercial Companies and “Non-traditional” Contractors

Join us for an insightful complimentary webinar, presented by Nathan Castellano, contributing author of the highly regarded Nash & Cibinic Government Contracting Book Series, that will cover the latest developments around efforts by U.S. government agencies to do business with commercially successful, “non-traditional” contractors, including implications of the “Revolutionary FAR Overhaul” and recent litigation before the U.S. Supreme Court and Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

During this webinar you’ll:

  • Discover what the new rules mean for commercial contractors—and how to stay ahead.
  • Gain insight into emerging procurement methods that allow government agencies to operate more like commercial buyers.
  • Learn how the “Revolutionary FAR Overhaul” and recent Supreme Court and Federal Circuit rulings reshape the landscape for commercial contractors.
  • Get up to speed on key provisions from the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

This must-attend webinar will be relevant to contractors, contracting officials, and their counsel.

Speaker

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Nathan Castellano

Counsel, Freshfields

Nathan Castellano is Counsel at the global law firm, Freshfields. He focuses his practice on U.S. government contracts and grants, advising clients on litigation, investigations, compliance counseling, negotiation, and complex transactions. He brings deep experience navigating the intersection of public procurement and private enterprise, and is widely recognized for his thought leadership in the field.

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