Your estimate of the cost for the consultant may include payment for professional services, up to the sponsor's maximum allowable rate, and related costs such as per diem and travel. The individual's expertise and the need for obtaining his or her services should be described in the proposal narrative. Computer Services Estimate the cost for use of Rensselaer's computing facilities, based on the rates for the specific facility you plan to use. Some sponsors will request a copy of the facility's published rates. The subcontracting institution should provide us a detailed budget and an organizational letter of endorsement, which are incorporated into Rensselaer's proposal to the sponsor.
Communications Provide an estimate of charges for postage, telephone, and fax usage.
Other This includes items such as machine shop services, maintenance and service contracts, sample analysis, and facilities usage fees. Indirect Costs OCG will calculate the correct amount of indirect costs using the appropriate rate. You must be able to fully document and justify the amounts requested in each category of your budget. This documentation can be in your text or in a separate section following the budget. The amount of detail required will vary by sponsor.