GovCon 101 – CAS

Almost every successful government contractor is concerned with the potential, looming applicability of the Cost Accounting Standards to one of their contracts and ultimately to their company.  In this webinar, you’ll learn more about when these complex administrative requirements may apply to potential contract award and elements to consider before that time arrives.  Our presenter will cover the basics of CAS from applicability to levels of CAS coverage to the ominous Disclosure Statement. We will also explain cost accounting practices and changing them as your business evolves.

Topics will include:

• CAS exemptions – what can you do to avoid CAS coverage
• CAS Coverage – is Modified CAS really a “easy” stepping stone to Full CAS coverage?
• CASB DS-1 – documenting your cost accounting practices
• Administration of CAS – understanding the true challenges of working on a CAS covered contract.

Instructor: Bill Walter, FORVIS