GovCon Tips for Buying or Selling: 2026 Outlook

After a year of disruption across the federal marketplace, government contracting companies entering the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) arena in 2026 are facing a significantly reshaped landscape. Join us for the fourth annual event co-hosted by Cherry Bekaert, sbLiftOff, and Greenberg Traurig, where three experienced professionals will unpack the market trends, legal shifts and strategic considerations shaping transactions this year.

Whether you're preparing to sell, planning a strategic acquisition, or growing to the next level, this discussion will offer timely insights into a market undergoing rapid change.

GovCon Tips for Buying or Selling, March 26, from 8 – 10 A.M.

Our speakers will explore:

• The 2026 market trends driving activity for buyers and sellers of government contracting  companies
• Multiples, valuation expectations and evolving approaches to risk sharing in today’s deals
• Key legal changes, including those driven by administration transitions, and how they influence deal terms and transaction structuring
• The government contracting business lifecycle and how to plan effectively for M&A
• What makes an M&A team truly successful in this environment

Speakers

Jeff Cohen | Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig
Sharon Heaton | Veteran M&A advisor, sbLiftOff CEO, and author of the bestseller, “Lift Off: 12 Things to Know Before Selling Your Business”