Methodology for Evaluating and Negotiating Independent Research and Development and Bid and Proposal Costs


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There is only limited guidance on how to evaluate independent research and development (IR and D) and bid and proposal (B and P) costs for those contractors that require the negotiation of advance agreements. With only limited guidelines for determining the equitability or creditability of such costs, it is exceedingly difficult to evaluate and negotiate appropriate costs. The development of simple, equitable and creditable methods or techniques in the evaluation and negotiation of advance agreements for IR and D and B and P is the objective of this report. Current methods and techniques of evaluating and negotiating IR and D and B and P costs were evaluated. Personnel of the three Military Services and the Defense Supply Agency (DSA) involved with IR and D and B and P negotiations were interviewed. Also, previous research studies and GAO reports on the subject were reviewed.










Independent Research and Development


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Contract Pricing Reference Guides


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This new, single-volume resource provides the most complete guidance available for analyzing the cost and pricing aspects of federal government contracts--so you can propose and negotiate appropriate prices and win contracts. The practical Contract Pricing Reference Guide reference combines five manuals into a single source, covering: Price Analysis Quantitative Techniques for Contract Pricing Cost Analysis Advanced Issues in Contract Pricing And Federal Contract Negotiation Techniques Determine the Proper Pricing to Win Government Business Throughout these pages, you will find highly detailed explanations of how the government evaluates proposals, arrives at pricing, chooses contractors, and awards contracts. With Contract Pricing Reference Guide, you can more confidently: Conduct market research for price analysis Employ proven techniques of quantitative price analysis Propose a fair and appropriate price Confidently engage in sealed bidding Include only what's allowable in the price Employ the most effective, competitive pricing strategies And engage in effective contract negotiations The One-of-a-Kind, Time-Saving Pricing Resource The all-new Contract Pricing Reference Guide provides a road-map for how to set correct pricing and engage in the competitive bidding process. It is a practical business tool to help you acquire government contract business--and it brings all the most valuable pricing information together in an easy-access, single-volume resource that puts everything you need literally right in front of you. No other resource delivers all of this together in one place, making it the most convenient way to obtain the most vital information on pricing government contracts.










DCAA Contract Audit Manual


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Annual Command History


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Annual Historical Review


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