Budget and Finance Indirect Cost Plan Consultancy

Background

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking consulting services for the preparation of proposed Indirect Cost Plans (ICP) for multiple upcoming State Fiscal Years (SFY). This includes submitting, negotiating, and securing approval of such plans. The contractor will work closely with DNR staff and coordinate with the U.S. Department of Interior, which oversees federal funding.

Work Details

The contractor will provide consultation services that include: 1. Preparing the annual SFY Indirect Cost Proposal based on previous SFY actual costs, following 2 CFR Part 225. 2. Guiding DNR in determining required data, ensuring it is accurate and timely. 3. Structuring the plan, reviewing data gathering procedures, defining allocation bases, and providing technical reviews. 4. Calculating amounts due from Budget to Actual basis conversions. 5. Developing a multiple indirect cost rate proposal for DNR. 6. Formalizing, presenting, negotiating, and securing approval from the U.S. Department of Interior. 7. Completing and submitting DNR’s annual SFY Cost Allocation Plan and indirect cost rate proposals to DNR via email by December 13, 2027; December 11, 2028; December 10, 2029; and to the federal oversight agency by December 31, 2027; December 29, 2028; December 28, 2029.

Period of Performance

The contract will commence upon approval of a purchase order and shall expire no later than June 30, 2027.

Place of Performance

Services will be performed at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Office located at 2045 Morse Rd., Building D2, Columbus, OH 43229.

Bidder Requirements

Offerors must have a minimum of three years of experience in preparing, submitting, and negotiating indirect cost plans for state government agencies.