Washington County Civic Plus #RFP for Cost Allocation Plan

Washington County Solicits Cost Allocation Plan Preparation and Consulting Services

Washington County, Minnesota is seeking a qualified firm to prepare its Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) for fiscal years 2026-2028, with options to extend for two additional years. - Government Buyer: - Washington County Accounting & Finance Department, Minnesota - Services Requested: - Preparation of annual Cost Allocation Plans (CAPs) in compliance with Title 2 CFR Part 200 - Indirect cost rate calculations and allocation models (editable formats such as Excel) - Submission-ready documentation for federal and state agencies - Assistance with negotiation and approval processes with federal/state representatives - Instruction, guidance, and training for County personnel on CAP implementation and reimbursement claiming - Monitoring of claims to support timely fund recovery - Internal quality assurance reviews for accuracy and compliance - Optional services: additional indirect cost rate proposals, audit response assistance, refinement of allocation tools, supplemental financial analysis, and specialized training - Notable Requirements: - CAP must equitably allocate costs of central support services (accounting, purchasing, personnel, legal, IT, facilities) to benefiting departments and funding sources - Deliverables include both draft and final CAPs, training materials, and ongoing consulting support - Expertise in governmental cost allocation and federal financial regulations is required - Incumbent Vendor: - Maximus US Services, Inc. prepared the previous CAP, but this opportunity is open to all qualified firms - No specific OEMs or hardware/software products are required, as this is a professional services solicitation

Description

Washington County is seeking a qualified firm to prepare the County's Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) in accordance with Title 2 CFR Part 200 regulations. The contract is for three years with options to extend for two additional one-year terms. The CAP must identify, summarize, and allocate allowable costs of central support services and allocate costs to benefiting departments, programs, and funding sources using equitable and compliant methodologies. The contractor will also assist in negotiation and approval processes with federal and state agencies and provide instruction and guidance to County personnel.

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