Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) Template

The Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE ) is used to assist in the determination of the acquisition strategy, as well as an estimated cost for the proposed effort.

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This sample is for informational purposes only. Modification is required before use.

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NITAAC-IGCE-Template-2016_0.pdf	November 18, 2020	application/pdf	Download
NITAAC-IGCE-Template-2016_0.xlsx	November 18, 2020	application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.spreadsheetml.sheet	Download

How to Use This Tool

Review Agency guidance to determine IGCE requirements based on your procurement.
Include methodology and data source used to derive cost or price information.
For CIO-SP3 Small Business (e.g. complex IT services) use your agency template or the NITAAC IGCE template.

Tips on Using This Tool

Use the labor search feature in e-GOS to obtain GWAC labor rates.
IGCE template may be simplified based on complexity and agency requirements.
The IGCE should mirror the tasks identified in the statement of work.
The IGCE should include detailed breakdowns of estimates for material and travel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does NITAAC add the NIH Contract Access Fee (NCAF) to contract holder fully burdened rates?

Can we propose labor categories and/or rates other than those in our contract?

Yes, if for unique professional skills. See Unique Professional Skills – Task Order Level in your contract. A new or different skill level category may be proposed at the task order level. You will need to provide detailed justification for the new/different skill level category. The OCO will determine whether circumstances warrant the use of unique professional skills.

Where can I find labor rates for CIO-SP3 and CIO-SP3 Small Business?

All CIO-SP3 and CIO-SP3 Small Business contract holder on-and off-site rates can be obtained by logging into e-GOS here. You can also visit the contract holder information page of each contract holder in the Contract Holder Directory. In the Contract Holder directory, you can select the contract holder whose rates you want to see, and click the link to their individual websites.

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Additional Links

AWS IGCE Calculator

Microsoft Axur Calculator

NOAA IGCE Template

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