Common use of Estimating System Clause in Contracts

Estimating System. Provide a summary description of the Offeror’s standard estimating system or methods. The summary description shall cover separately each major cost element (e.g., Direct Material, Direct Labor, Indirect Costs, Other Direct Costs, Overhead, G&A, etc.). Also identify any deviations from the standard estimating procedures used in preparing this proposal. Indicate if the Offeror has Government approval of its system and if so, provide evidence of such approval. Offerors shall indicate whether there are any Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRAs) in place and identify the applicable Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) office of the prime contractor and major subcontractors/teaming members/joint venture partners.

Estimating System. Provide a summary description of the Offeror’s standard estimating system or methods. The summary description shall cover separately each major cost element (e.g., Direct Material, Direct Labor, Indirect Costs, Other Direct Costs, Overhead, G&A, etc.). Also identify any deviations from the standard estimating procedures used in preparing this proposal. Indicate if the Offeror has Government approval of its system and if so, provide evidence of such approval. Offerors shall indicate whether there are any Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRAs) in place and identify the applicable Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) office of the prime contractor and major subcontractors/teaming members/joint venture partners.