During the course of contract performance, many contractors are faced with a need for intermittent technical assistance on various Government contract issues. In addition to maintaining an extensive technical library, Leonard G. Birnbaum & Company, LLP pursues a constant awareness of emerging controversial issues, together with evolving Government positions. We maintain a continuing dialogue with representatives of various Government audit agencies, OMB, OFPP, procurement directories and industrial and professional associations. Thus, we are in a position to provide up-to-date research capability on Government contract questions and advisory assistance in assessing alternatives. In this aspect we have provided to our clients such as services as:
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Evaluation of allowability of costs of a nature not previously encountered |
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Preparation of responses to positions taken by Government audit and/or procurement representatives |
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Problem definition |
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Development of position papers |
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Assistance in negotiation/settlement with Government representatives |
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Correlation of changes to the Internal Revenue Code with cost recovery under Government contracts |
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