The Incurred Cost Submission: Why are Schedules B, C, D, and Fringe Important?

Schedules B, C, D, and Fringe are some of the most important parts of the Incurred Cost Submission. This vLOG will briefly explain the Incurred Cost Submission, how to complete Schedules B, C, D, and Fringe, and the importance of each schedule.

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Topics: Incurred Cost Proposal Submission (ICP/ICE), Vlog

Affirmative Action Plans: Identification of Problem Areas

This article is under review as a result of EO 14173, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity, signed by President Trump on January 21, 2025. As we await further information from OFCCP and the courts, please reference this article for current status and action items.

Throughout this series, we’ve explored the fundamentals of compliance with the regulations administered by the Office of Federal Contractor Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and many of the components of a written Affirmative Action Plan. In this final blog of the series, we will answer a question frequently asked of us…What do you do with all this information?

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Topics: Government Compliance Training, Human Resources, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs

Accounting Year End Tips Tricks in Unanet

As the year comes to an end, there are some additional considerations and setup items that need to be completed. Unanet is a comprehensive accounting system that offers clear procedures for closing on the Support Site. Every company is different, therefore, we at Redstone GCI wanted to provide a checklist and a few links to the Unanet Support Site to help guide you through the Year-End Process smoothly and efficiently:

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Topics: Unanet

2022 Redstone Edge Conference

Thank you to all of our sponsors and attendees for their support of the 2022 Redstone Edge Conference. All profits from the conference are being donated to Castin’ ‘N Catchin’.

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Topics: Redstone GCI, Vlog

Are the New DoD Final Rulings Important for Government Contractors?

The Department of Defense (DoD) released new final rulings on October 28, 2022, but what are they and are they really important? Let’s look at significant ones and what’s important:

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Topics: DFARS Business Systems, Government Regulations, Estimating System Compliance

What Does the DCAA Auditor Want in a Basis of Estimate (BOE)?

Importance of Basis of Estimate

The proposal is often the procurement parties’ first introduction to a company. It is important to remember that different readers are looking for different types of content from the proposal. From an auditor’s viewpoint, an important part of a contractor’s cost estimating process is preparing the basis of estimate (BOE).

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Topics: Proposal Cost Volume Development & Pricing, Estimating System Compliance

Thanksgiving 2022

Thanksgiving is one of our favorite times of the year. The sounds of football on the television is a constant, the weather has cooled, the smell of pumpkin spice and nutmeg in every shop and home makes us inhale a little deeper, and the loud chaos of family and friends gathering for a meal is like a symphony to our ears. It is a beautiful holiday and a beautiful time to reflect.

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Topics: Redstone GCI

OMB Issues New Cyber Security Requirements for Federal Agencies that Impacts Companies that Sell Software to the Government

Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memorandum dated September 14, 2022, Subject Enhancing the Security of the Software Supply Chain through Secure Software Development Practices. This is a result of the President’s Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity.

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Topics: DFARS Business Systems, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), Cybersecurity

How to Deal with a Difficult DCAA Auditor

You pride yourself on working well and getting along with everyone, at least professionally. However, there is an auditor that seems to get under your skin. What do you do? Well, although there may not be a “magic bullet” to all make it better. I propose the following to get you through the situation at hand:

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Topics: Contracts & Subcontracts Administration, DCAA Audit Support, Government Regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Common Deficiencies That DCAA Reports in an Accounting System Audit

If your company has an accounting system audit in the near future, now is the time to get prepared, before DCAA starts knocking at your door. So, what are the common deficiencies? We are going to address the typical post award accounting system audit and deficiencies that DCAA frequently identifies during an audit.

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Topics: Compliant Accounting Infrastructure, Government Compliance Training, DCAA Audit Support