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Why File: A Request For Equitable Adjustment

SmallGovCon

Requests for equitable adjustment are considered negotiations rather than litigation, and under FAR 31.205-33 , contract administration costs are allowable costs. Generally, costs in preparing requests for equitable adjustment are considered part of the negotiation process, and so are considered contract administration costs.

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6 Key Elements of Successful RFPs and RFQs

Public Contracting Institute

In the world of government contracting, understanding the basics of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) is crucial. Let’s explore the six essential elements that make RFPs and RFQs successful in government contracting.

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Government Contracts Cost and Pricing: Introduction to the Federal Acquisition Regulation Cost Principles (Part 1)

Government Contracts & Investigations

Welcome back to the Cost Corner, where we provide practical insight into the complex cost and pricing requirements that apply to Government contractors. The Cost Principles also apply to the determination, negotiation, and allowance of costs whenever required by a contract clause. [6]

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Government Contracts Issues for a Recession

Procurement Notes

Air Force with the expectation that its contract will continue to be renewed during the foreseeable future. Additionally, generally, the reasonable costs of preparing, submitting, and negotiating an REA are contract administration costs, and consequently are also recoverable. 32] See Archive, bea.gov, (last modified Feb.

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Season 11: Episode 22: FAR Facts

Public Contracting Institute

Our next episode will cover FAR Part 42 (Contract Administration and Audit Services) and Part 43 (Contract Modifications)! Government. A contractor’s ability to obtain monetary or schedule relief from a Government change order is controlled by the Changes clause in their Government contract.

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CDA Claims vs. Requests for Equitable Adjustment

LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

In terms of differences, REAs are generally less formal than Claims and amount to a request for negotiated settlement of a disputed amount. On the other hand, there is no firm or fixed deadline for the Contracting Officer to respond to an REA. What If the Government Rejects the REA (or Fails to Respond)?

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An In-Depth Examination of Inflation Relief for a Government Contractor

Procurement Notes

Jay Blindauer A contractor takes on a Government contract to make money, and inflation is getting in the way. With inflation eroding value for this long, a Government contractor may need to obtain contract relief. because, in part, “the government receives consideration for the increase.”). United States , 52 Fed.