Md. Code Regs. 21.09.01.22

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 21, October 18, 2024

Section 21.09.01.22 - Use of Federal Costs Principles

A. Cost Negotiations. In dealing with contractors operating according to federal cost principles, such as Defense Acquisition Regulations, Section 15, or Federal Procurement Regulations, Part 1-15, the procurement officer, after notifying the contractor, may use the federal cost principles as guidance in contract negotiations, subject to §B of this regulation.

B. Incorporation of Federal Cost Principles; Conflicts Between Federal Principles and This Subtitle. All requirements set forth in federal assistance instruments applicable to contracts let by the State under a federal assistance program shall be satisfied. Therefore, to the extent that the cost principles which are specified in the assistance instrument conflict with the cost principles issued pursuant to this subtitle, the former shall control.