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Proposing Labor
Which Structure? Which structure is used for proposing Direct Labor depends on the contract type. The Request for Proposal (RFP) should specify the contract type …
Proposing Travel
When, Where, and How Many? When proposing costs of travel, first, for each trip, project a best estimate for all of the following: The city …
Small Business Indirect Rates
Indirect Rates What are “indirects”? Cost of Goods and Services Sold are direct cost elements. These include: Direct Labor Direct Material Other Direct Costs Direct …
Overhead Versus G&A Versus ICR Versus Other Indirect Expenses
Your company may structure indirect pools, bases, and rates in any way it wishes. Every company is unique. Executive management of your company knows the …
Estimating System
Cost proposals incorporate indirect rates, such as G&A and Overhead, projected for the anticipated period of performance. Comparatively-low U.S. Government funds do not warrant forward …