What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Douglas County Board of Commissioners seeks sealed proposals from qualified firms to provide indirect cost allocation plan services. The selected firm will review, develop, prepare, and maintain an indirect cost allocation plan compliant with federal and state regulations, accounting standards, and cost allocation guidelines, while also providing technical guidance, updates, and training as needed. Eligibility is restricted to onshore organizations based in the United States, and work will be performed offsite. The County will evaluate proposals based on proposed fees, qualifications, experience, methodology, work plan, and supporting documentation, and may conduct negotiations with offerors in the competitive range. Offerors must submit written questions electronically through Douglas County BidNet by 4:00 PM ET on December 2, 2026. Electronic proposals must be received via the BidNet online bidding platform by 2:00 PM EST on December 15, 2026.
Scope of work
- Review existing cost allocation practices, organizational structure, and financial records
- Identify and evaluate appropriate allocation bases and central service cost pools
- Prepare a Federal Indirect Cost Allocation Plan compliant with 2 CFR Part 200
- Prepare indirect cost allocation plan, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Assist with required submissions, approvals, and resolution of questions
- Provide technical guidance regarding regulatory compliance and implementation
- Provide ongoing consultation, updates, and training to County personnel as needed
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Relevant experience | Not specified |
| Qualifications of assigned personnel | Not specified |
| Understanding of the County's requirements | Not specified |
| Proposed technical approach | Not specified |
| Ability to meet project deadlines | Not specified |
| Quality of deliverables | Not specified |
| Overall cost | Not specified |
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal Form RFP #26-031 (all three parts)
- Proposal bond (5% of estimated project cost for proposals over $100,000)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Douglas County BidNet's online bidding platform
- Instructions
- Submit electronically via https://www.bidnetdirect.com/georgia/douglascounty on or before Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 2:00 PM, EST. Late bids will be deemed invalid.