Redstone Government Consulting

Strengthen compliance, prepare for government audits and reviews, address findings, and support cost recovery throughout the government contract lifecycle.

Clarify federal award requirements and strengthen grant compliance practices with consulting tailored to grant and cooperative agreement recipients.

Get tailored HR support to manage daily functions, address compliance gaps, and build effective, compliant human resources processes.

Get flexible accounting capacity and hands-on financial support to complete accounting operations and help maintain government contract compliance.

Helps government contractors administer contracts and subcontracts, meet regulatory and reporting requirements, and strengthen procurement practices.

Provides government contractors with operational growth strategy and support.

Improve manufacturing processes and systems, support compliance and audit readiness, and build operations that can adapt as the business grows.

Strengthen program control with clearer cost visibility, useful forecasts and reporting, billing assistance, and flexible support for government contract performance.

Align and optimize Costpoint to support government contractors’ business processes, compliance needs, and operations from implementation through ongoing support.

Improve Unanet efficiency, reporting, project oversight, and DCAA compliance with consulting, implementation support, and staff training.

Help government contractors configure and use QuickBooks more effectively, support DCAA readiness, improve financial processes, and access useful reporting.

Helps government contractors access clear, actionable reporting, improve business decisions, and manage reporting costs as needs evolve.

Build employee knowledge and skills for contract responsibilities with training tailored to organizational needs and available in flexible formats.

Government Contract Compliance Consulting

Redstone GCI provides government contract compliance consulting across the contract lifecycle. Services include FAR and DFARS compliance assessments, business and accounting system support, DCAA audits and DCMA reviews, proposal pricing, cost accounting, incurred cost submissions, commercial determinations, labor compliance, and contract claims and terminations. The team also supports ethics programs, investigations, corrective actions, training, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

• Identify And Address Compliance Gaps
  Assessments, tailored policies, monitoring, and guidance help contractors identify and address applicable FAR, DFARS, and other requirements.
• Prepare For And Respond To Reviews
  Support includes readiness assessments, documentation organization, responses to inquiries, reviewer communication, and resolution of audit and review findings.
• Strengthen Business Systems
  Prepare systems for government reviews, address deficiencies, and maintain alignment between documented procedures and business practices.
• Prepare And Support Cost Submissions
  Support with schedules, cost information, audit inquiries, and questioned costs helps contractors prepare submissions and respond to related reviews.
• Develop Compliant Cost Proposals
  Help prepare cost volumes, pricing support, estimates, and compliant proposal materials, and respond to audit questions about proposed costs.
• Resolve Findings With Corrective Actions
  Structured support helps contractors evaluate issues, document corrective steps, implement changes, and respond to government organizations.
• Address Cost Accounting Requirements
  Guidance on applicable standards, disclosures, practice changes, and cost impacts helps contractors prepare for CAS compliance and related reviews.
• Develop And Support Indirect Rates
  Guidance on cost pools, allocation bases, calculations, proposals, and government inquiries supports rate reviews, billing, negotiations, and closeout.
• Document Commercial Determinations
  Organized market research, sales data, pricing analysis, and supporting files help contractors prepare assertions and respond to reviews.
• Prepare Purchasing Processes For Review
  Policy, file, documentation, and training support helps contractors prepare for purchasing system reviews and address subcontract requirements.
• Prepare And Review Contract Submissions
  Action planning, proposal preparation, submission review, and meeting support help contractors navigate contract changes, claims, and terminations.
• Address Federal Labor Requirements
  Process guidance, labor category mapping, calculations, reporting, training, and audit support help contractors manage applicable labor and employment requirements.
• Build And Maintain Ethics Programs
  Tailored programs, monitoring, investigations, and workforce training help contractors document and support ethics and compliance practices.
• Manage Investigations And Agency Responses
  Objective investigation support and help managing documentation and communications assist contractors responding to government oversight and employment-related matters.
• Train Teams On Compliance Responsibilities
  Role-relevant training helps employees understand applicable requirements and their responsibilities for compliant processes and supporting documentation.

Grants & Cooperative Agreement Consulting

Redstone GCI helps grant and cooperative agreement recipients understand and meet federal award requirements under 2 CFR 200. Services include procurement and accounting policies and procedures, contractor-versus-subrecipient determinations, subrecipient risk assessments, grant accounting system reviews, government property policy support, and grant brief preparation.

• Navigate Federal Award Requirements
  Guidance on 2 CFR 200 and differences between grants and FAR-based contracts supports grant compliance and sound practices.
• Strengthen Procurement Compliance
  Develop or improve procurement policies and procedures for purchasing and subcontracting under federal awards.
• Classify Vendor Relationships
  Document contractor-versus-subrecipient determinations to address the distinct flowdowns and requirements for each classification.
• Track Grant Costs
  Assess accounting system support for tracking direct and indirect costs and identifying unallowable costs.
• Target Subrecipient Monitoring
  Evaluate subrecipients and determine an appropriate level of monitoring under grant regulations.
• Clarify Grant Obligations
  Consolidate key terms, conditions, and reporting requirements from award documents into a detailed reference brief.
• Review Accounting Practices
  Evaluate accounting policies and procedures against grant regulations to identify areas requiring attention.
• Track Government Property
  Develop or review procedures for tracking government property and assets associated with grants.

Human Resources Services & Consulting Support

Redstone GCI provides tailored human resources services for government contractors, from compliance assessments and specific projects to outsourced HR functions and employee lifecycle support. Services include recruiting, onboarding, compensation, benefits, investigations, contract transitions, UKG Ready implementation and support, and labor law posting compliance. The team can also help develop HR processes and policies, support agency investigations and EEOC responses, and provide training and compliance assistance.

• Outsource HR Functions
  Access tailored HR administration and support, from selected functions to a broader outsourced solution.
• Build Effective HR Processes
  Assess current practices and develop or improve HR functions and processes to address organizational needs and compliance obligations.
• Investigate Workplace And Ethics Concerns
  Objective investigation and agency-response support helps organizations address workplace complaints, ethics allegations, and employment-related matters.
• Configure And Maintain UKG Ready
  Implementation and ongoing support align UKG Ready with organizational processes and workforce requirements, including HR, payroll, time, and leave needs.
• Develop Compliant HR Policies
  Create or improve handbooks, policies, and procedures with attention to company culture and applicable federal and state requirements.
• Address OFCCP Requirements
  Get assistance with affirmative action and equal employment requirements relevant to government contractors.
• Plan And Analyze Compensation
  Develop and assess compensation plans with attention to reasonableness, allowability, market pay, pay equity, and total rewards.
• Support Contract Workforce Transitions
  Coordinate HR support from recruiting through onboarding and help align labor categories, rates, and wage calculations with contract needs.
• Maintain Labor Law Postings
  Automatic updates, QR-code tracking, and remote worker solutions help employers manage labor law posting requirements. The program includes a stated $25,000 compliance guarantee.
• Train Employees And Managers
  Address performance, organizational weaknesses, and HR-related risk through training for employees and managers.
• Administer Employee Benefits
  Support benefits package review, employee communication, and enrollment.

Accounting Services & Support

Redstone GCI provides government contractors with outsourced and supplemental accounting support, including recurring transactional work, month-end close, reconciliations, billing, and financial reporting. Support can cover an entire accounting function or selected processes, temporarily or on an ongoing basis. The team also provides accounting system oversight and compliance support.

Category: Accounting Services

• Handle Recurring Accounting Transactions
  Delegate recurring accounting work, from labor and payroll processing to accounts payable, billing, and invoicing.
• Add Flexible Accounting Capacity
  Get temporary or continuing assistance for accounting roles and selected processes according to support needs.
• Complete The Monthly Close
  Get support completing recurring close tasks, reconciling accounts, and producing financial reports.
• Prepare Financial Reports
  Get help producing month-end statements and reports, with custom reporting options for accounting data.
• Maintain Accounting System Oversight
  Receive accounting system oversight and ongoing support intended to help maintain compliance.

Contracts & Subcontracts Administration & Support

Redstone GCI supports government contractors with drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts and subcontracts, and aligning agreements and internal practices to applicable FAR, DFARS, and small business requirements. Support includes subcontract development and administration, clause and flow-down compliance, subcontractor management, procurement and contract policies, CPSR documentation, and contract reporting and monitoring throughout the federal contracting lifecycle.

• Manage Contract Obligations
  Receive assistance administering contracts and subcontracts and managing their requirements during performance.
• Draft And Negotiate Agreements
  Get support preparing and negotiating contract and subcontract terms.
• Apply Required Contract Clauses
  Align contract and subcontract terms with applicable requirements, including required clause flow-downs.
• Manage Subcontractor Requirements
  Get assistance managing agreements and modifications, monitoring subcontractor compliance, and addressing reporting obligations.
• Align Policies With Requirements
  Develop or refine contract and procurement practices to address federal requirements and organizational operations.
• Strengthen Subcontract File Documentation
  Review files and support documentation practices relevant to CPSR readiness and government expectations.
• Meet Reporting Requirements
  Clarify contract-specific obligations and support timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare Supporting Agreements
  Get assistance with teaming and nondisclosure agreements, joint venture structure, and novation documentation.

Operational growth strategy and support

Operational growth strategy and support is listed by Redstone Government Consulting as one of its services for government contractors.

Category: Business Strategy Consulting

Manufacturing operations consulting and support

Redstone GCI provides manufacturing operations consulting for government contractors, drawing on experience in engineering, supply chain, and ERP implementation. Specialists advise on procurement, supply chain, and shop-floor processes, and support system assessments, implementations, integrations, audit readiness, reporting, training, and ongoing optimization.

• Optimize Manufacturing Processes
  Get practical guidance to improve shop-floor and supply chain processes.
• Improve Manufacturing System Use
  Assessments and implementation support help align manufacturing capabilities and finance workflows and identify system improvement opportunities.
• Connect Manufacturing Systems
  Integrate manufacturing and business systems to support data flow across operations.
• Prepare Systems For Audits
  Align systems, documentation, and processes with audit expectations and compliance requirements.
• Maintain And Optimize Systems
  Prepare users and help troubleshoot and optimize system configurations as manufacturing operations evolve.
• Turn Operational Data Into Insights
  Use customized reporting to present manufacturing and operational data in a clear, actionable form.

Program Cost Control & Program Management

Redstone GCI provides financial, reporting, compliance, system, and operational support for government contractors’ program management. Consultants help teams monitor project costs, support billing, improve forecasting, and provide financial visibility. Services include tools and reports, system configuration, and supplemental support across finance, contracts, operations, and program management.

• Monitor Key Program Financials
  Track costs, labor, unbilled costs, budget performance, forecasts, and other financial data relevant to program control.
• Improve Performance Forecasting
  Build visibility into expected contract performance through budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Identify Cost Issues Earlier
  Track costs and budget performance to identify potential issues before they affect reporting, billing, or profitability.
• Meet Contract Reporting Requirements
  Understand reporting obligations, collect relevant data, and prepare accurate reports aligned with contract expectations.
• Coordinate Program Financial Oversight
  Coordinate financial oversight and cost-related risk monitoring throughout contract performance.
• Align Systems With Control Workflows
  Improve system support for accounting, budgets, forecasts, billing, reporting, and program control.
• Extend Internal Program Control Capacity
  Add assistance to help manage program control responsibilities and workload.
• Support Project Month-End Activities
  Get help with project-level close activities and financial reviews.
• Manage Government Billing And Reports
  Get assistance with government invoice processes and applicable NASA 533 and Cost and Software Data Reporting obligations.
• Coordinate Government Financial Communications
  Coordinate with government stakeholders when project financials, billing, reporting, or cost-related issues need attention.

Deltek Costpoint Software Consulting, Design & Implementation

Redstone GCI supports government contractors throughout the Deltek Costpoint ERP lifecycle, from strategy, design, configuration, and implementation to training and ongoing optimization. Services include data migration, module implementation, system reviews, audit preparation, reporting, integrations, and technical and accounting support. The team helps align Costpoint with business processes, compliance needs, and operational goals.

• Align Costpoint With Business Processes
  System design, configuration, implementation, and data migration help align Costpoint with business processes and operational goals.
• Coordinate Materials And Manufacturing
  Configure Costpoint to manage materials and production while aligning finance and manufacturing workflows.
• Prepare Costpoint For Audits
  Support helps clients prepare required system documentation, reports, and audit deliverables.
• Deploy Costpoint Modules
  Configure additional Costpoint modules to address operational needs.
• Identify Configuration And Process Gaps
  A tailored review identifies findings to guide system and process improvements.
• Automate Reports And Surface Data
  Custom dashboards and reporting provide access to business data and reduce reliance on spreadsheets.
• Connect Costpoint With Business Systems
  Custom functionality and integrations connect Costpoint with internal, external, and manufacturing platforms.
• Train Teams And Document Processes
  Training and procedures support onboarding, internal audits, and consistent day-to-day work.
• Resolve Issues And Maintain Costpoint
  Ongoing assistance helps maintain configurations and address technical and accounting needs after go-live.
• Support GCCM Migration And Compliance
  Implementation support and guidance help contractors migrate to GCCM and address identified security and compliance standards.

Unanet Software Consulting, Design & Implementation

Redstone GCI provides consulting, customization, implementation support, and training for government contractors using Unanet ERP and CRM. Services include system and accounting process assessments, project tracking and portfolio management, budgeting and reporting, integration and data exports, updates, entity changes, contract onboarding, and staff and resource planning.

• Improve Project Tracking And Billing
  Align contract management, budgets, time and expense, and project billing, including cost-plus contracts.
• Support DCAA-Compliant Processes
  Configuration guidance helps contractors set up accounting and project tracking processes to support DCAA compliance.
• Identify System Risks And Improvements
  Recommendations help clients improve system configuration and use.
• Monitor Budgets And Deliver Reports
  Budget and reporting support helps organizations monitor performance and provide managers with relevant information.
• Create Custom Unanet Reports
  Custom reports provide access to business data for organizational decisions.
• Connect Unanet With External Systems
  Data exports and integration support transfer information between Unanet and other business systems.
• Train Staff And Document Processes
  Training and documentation help employees learn Unanet and company-specific procedures.
• Manage Entity Changes And Onboarding
  Guidance helps clients address organizational changes and contract and resource planning within Unanet.

QuickBooks Software Consulting, Design & Implementation

Redstone Government Consulting helps government contractors plan, configure, implement, review, and improve QuickBooks Desktop and Online. Services include DCAA requirements assessment, pre-award survey preparation, training, troubleshooting, process improvement, custom reporting, and ongoing support. The team can also assist with job structuring, class codes, payroll, chart of accounts, historical information, and program cost controls.

• Align QuickBooks With DCAA Requirements
  Review and update system setup and data use to support applicable DCAA requirements.
• Prepare For DCAA Pre-Award Surveys
  Get targeted preparation and supporting materials for an SF 1408 survey.
• Configure QuickBooks For Your Business
  Implement a system structure suited to the business and its accounting processes.
• Improve Accounting Processes
  Improve accounting workflows and support implementation of selected changes.
• Create Custom QuickBooks Reports
  Custom reporting helps provide business data for decisions and reduce reliance on Excel.
• Track Project Costs And Funding
  Improve access to project cost data and funding runway information.
• Train Staff And Resolve Issues
  Help staff learn accounting practices and resolve common system and accounting issues.
• Access Ongoing QuickBooks Support
  Continue receiving support after implementation through recurring services and project assistance.

Custom Reports & Data Analytics

Redstone GCI creates and improves custom reports for government contractors, turning data from Excel, Costpoint, Unanet, and QuickBooks into analytics and visualizations. Services include requirements definition, report development and modification, assessment, staff training, adoption support, and software license utilization. Solutions can use Power BI, Unanet Analytics, or Deltek Cognos.

• Bring Data Together For Reporting
  Consolidate information from multiple sources to make reporting data easier to access and use.
• Turn Data Into Actionable Insights
  Clear dashboards and visualizations help users interpret business data and apply it to decisions.
• Define Reports Around User Needs
  Clarifying report purpose, users, delivery, and security helps ensure reports are designed for intended use.
• Choose Reporting Tools That Fit
  Use reporting tools connected to Microsoft 365, Unanet, and Deltek Costpoint.
• Automate Reporting And Access Data
  Automated reporting can reduce spreadsheet reliance and provide access to real-time data.
• Build Reporting Skills And Adoption
  Training and change support help staff use reporting tools and adapt reporting as needs evolve.
• Review And Update Existing Reports
  Assess report quality and security and update reporting to remain useful as business needs change.
• Use Existing Licenses To Control Costs
  Effective use of existing software licenses can help manage reporting costs.

Training Solutions for Government Contractors

Redstone GCI provides training for government contractors on regulatory requirements, compliance responsibilities, and operational practices across the contract lifecycle. Instruction is tailored to employee roles, contract requirements, and organizational needs, and is available in person, through live webinars, and through recorded courses. Organizations can select from the course catalog, adapt existing courses, or develop new content. Topics include compliance, accounting, purchasing, audits, ethics, HR, and business systems.

• Tailor Training To Your Organization
  Connect instruction to employees’ actual roles and the requirements that shape their work.
• Choose Courses Across GovCon Topics
  Find instruction relevant to employee responsibilities across government contracting topics.
• Select A Format That Fits
  Choose training formats based on subject matter, participants, and goals.
• Coordinate Training Across Teams
  Organize learning around employee groups and training priorities.
• Learn From GovCon Experts
  Access instruction and training support tailored to government contractors’ needs.
• Build Internal Training Capacity
  Use materials and process guidance to support internal training as requirements and responsibilities change.
• Earn Eligible Education Credits
  Use NASBA-certified CPE courses; credit acceptance is determined by the relevant organization or state board.