Consultant agreements & indirect cost rate information

Lump sum consultant agreements

This type of agreement is likely used when the scope of work (quantity and type) can be clearly defined in advance. The agreement should state the exact service to be provided within a specific time frame, and when the lump sum payment is to be made. Scope of work changes and management reserve funds are not allowed with this type of payment.

• Local Agency A&E Professional Services Lump Sum Consultant Agreement (PDF 1.7MB)
• Local Agency Professional Services Lump Sum Consultant Agreement (PDF 2.3MB)
• Local Agency Real Estate Professional Services Lump Sum Consultant Agreement (PDF 519KB)

Cost plus fixed fee consultant agreements

This type of agreement is likely used when the extent, scope, complexity, character, or duration of the work cannot be reasonably determined in advance.

• Local Agency A&E Professional Services Cost Plus Fixed Fee Consultant Agreement (PDF 2.2MB)
• Local Agency Professional Services Cost Plus Fixed Fee Consultant Agreement (PDF 3.2MB)
• Supplemental Agreement (PDF 121KB)

Negotiated hourly rate consultant agreements

This type of agreement is based upon specific rates of pay for each class of employee. This method requires constant and direct control of the time and class of employees used by the consultant.

• Local Agency A&E Professional Services Negotiated Hourly Rate Consultant Agreement (PDF 5.8MB)
• Local Agency Professional Services Negotiated Hourly Rate Consultant Agreement (PDF 2.3MB)
• Local Agency Real Estate Professional Services Negotiated Hourly Rate Consultant Agreement (PDF 556KB)

Indirect cost rate (ICR) and safe harbor information

Local Agencies must utilize a consultant’s ICR that is compliant with 48 CFR Part 31 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), or has been approved through the Safe Harbor program. Each firm has the option of providing an ICR or qualifying for the Safe Harbor Program.

For more information on:

• Indirect Cost Rate - Indirect cost rate review process
• Safe Harbor Program - Audit safe harbor indirect cost rate

All requests for the Safe Harbor Program or for an ICR review must be sent to ConsultantRates@WSDOT.WA.GOV include the words “Local Programs” in the subject line of your e-mail.