Independent Government Cost Estimate Guide and Template

Mandatory Reference for ADS 300 – Acquisition & Assistance

New Edition Date: 04/02/2013
Responsible Office: M
File Name: 300maa_040213

Overview

The guidance in this document provides general information on roles and responsibilities, types of estimates, methodologies for developing an estimate and a template that can be used to create an estimate. IGCE costs typically include direct costs: such as labor, fringe benefits, FICA, supplies, equipment, or transportation; and indirect costs such as, labor overhead, material overhead, general and administrative (G&A) expenses, and profit or fee (contracts only).