The U.S. Department of the Air Force, specifically the 911th Airlift Wing, is soliciting a Cost Analyst Consultant to audit the Base Operation Support Services (BOSS) contract, which involves various cost structures. The contractor will analyze administrative costs, subcontractor fees, and other financial aspects while developing a five-year Independent Government Estimate and a comprehensive audit report with recommendations for improvement. Work may be performed remotely, with core hours set from 0900 to 1500 EST, and will require regular communication with government personnel via TEAMS. The contractor must have relevant experience with IDIQ contracts, including hybrid structures, and meet certain security clearance requirements to access government laptops and facilities. Deliverables include weekly progress reports and the final audit and cost analysis at project completion. The contract will begin no later than September 30, 2024, lasting for 30 days with potential extensions. This RFP reflects government efforts to ensure responsible financial management and cost-effectiveness in military operations.
The U.S. Department of the Air Force, 911th Airlift Wing, is seeking a Cost Analyst Consultant to conduct an audit and cost analysis of the Base Operation Support Services (BOSS) contract. This contract is a hybrid structure comprising Firm Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable Line Items, and material handling fees, covering multiple functional areas including Supply and Vehicle Operations Maintenance. The contractor will provide an independent government estimate for five years and make recommendations to enhance cost efficiency, including strategies for streamlining processes and reducing pass-through fees.
Key responsibilities involve weekly progress reporting and submission of a comprehensive final audit report upon completion. The contractor must have relevant experience in government IDIQ contracts, extensive knowledge of labor rates, and ability to analyze predictive maintenance costs. While the contractor can work remotely, they will need to meet government personnel during specified core hours for collaboration and will require a security clearance. The contract duration starts no later than September 30, 2024, with a 90-day base period and a potential 6-month extension. This initiative aims to ensure improved cost management and value for taxpayer funds in the fulfillment of the BOSS contract.
The document is a quote template for a Cost Analyst Consultant required by the federal government, detailing both non-personal services and various contract line items (CLINs). It outlines the structure for pricing services, which includes an initial 30-day performance period, two optional additional 30-day periods, and a possible extension of up to six months as per FAR 52.217-8. The consultant's role is centered on providing qualified personnel to fulfill the requirements established in the Statement of Work. The template specifies areas for pricing, including hourly rates and a potential one-time charge related to obtaining a Common Access Card (CAC) for travel purposes. The document emphasizes the formal procurement process typical of federal RFPs, indicating the structured timing and pricing mechanism essential for meeting contractual obligations. Overall, it reflects standard procedures for securing consultancy services within government projects, highlighting flexibility in contract duration and the importance of compliance with established federal guidelines.
The document is a quote template for a Cost Analyst Consultant under a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP). It outlines the requirements for providing necessary personnel to fulfill the specified services according to the Statement of Work. The contract encompasses an initial performance period of 90 days, followed by an optional six-month extension as permitted by FAR 52.217-8, which allows the government to extend services if needed.
Specific cost estimates are captured in a structured format, with placeholders for hourly rates and one-time charges, such as obtaining a Common Access Card, if required. The document clearly delineates between non-recurring charges and continuous services while emphasizing the importance of compliance with federal regulations.
Overall, this template serves as a framework for responding to the RFP, facilitating potential cost analyses by bidders while ensuring accountability and adherence to governmental standards in service delivery.
The document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for a cost analysis project. It specifies that one full-time equivalent (FTE) consultant will work 40 hours a week, performing services remotely. The budget for the nine-month project ranges from $100,000 to $250,000, with a firm-fixed price contract that includes a 30-day base period and two option periods of 30 days each, plus the possibility of extending the contract for up to six months. The consultant will not execute internal audits but will carry out a cost analysis using data obtained from the NexGen system, without the need to input any information into government systems. Security clearance is not required, although a contractor must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) through specific background checks. Deliverables include a final report and recommendations for improving cost management, ensuring thorough interactions with government personnel throughout the project. The Program Manager will assist the consultant, who is ultimately responsible for the project's success. The document emphasizes the need for flexibility in workload management while maintaining government expectations.
This document contains a series of questions and answers regarding a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for a cost analysis project. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price purchase order with a 90-day base performance period, potentially extendable by six months in thirty-day increments. A single contract employee (1 FTE) is anticipated, who will work 40 hours per week, primarily pulling data from existing IT systems like NexGen, without entering data themselves.
No past contracts similar to this have been awarded, and while a security clearance is not required, the contractor must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) through a specific background check. The consultant will have remote access to government information and will collaborate closely with a Program Manager, who will assist with project understanding and acceptance criteria. The project’s intent is to provide a detailed cost analysis to improve financial insights and resource functionality, with deliverables including a 5-year Independent Government Estimate. Overall, it emphasizes flexibility in execution based on workload and government personnel availability while aiming to enhance financial management and oversight.