A well-documented justification for an award is crucial for ensuring compliance with procurement regulations as well as transparency and fairness. Here are some key elements for a comprehensive justification document: Introduction: Start with an introduction that provides context for the procurement decision. Include details such as the name of the solicitation, the purpose of the procurement, and the background of the project or requirement. Selection Criteria: Clearly o

Remember what types of costs are expressly unallowable as described in the Federal Acquisition Regulations section on Selected Cost FAR 31.2

The 7 allowable costs and their caveats. FAR 31.205 Selected Cost Series #2

A directly associated cost is any cost that is generated solely as a result of incurring another cost.

Expense reimbursement may be allowed by a company, but not necessarily by the Federal Government.

The DFARS Accounting System Criteria includes 18 requirements. Here we group them and discuss at a top level.

The Accounting System assessment contains 18 criteria that must be met for Federal Contracting.

The Business System Rule was enacted to standardize requirement.

Proactive Compliance saves time and money.