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Public Sector Services: Full-Spectrum Cost & Program Management for Government Agencies
Galorath Public Sector Services support government programs across the entire acquisition lifecycle, from early investment analysis to sustainment and audit. We work with program managers, cost analysts, and financial oversight teams to deliver structured, defensible, and transparent cost data to support mission execution.
Services Overview
Public Sector Services Overview
Our services are tailored to the needs of federal agencies and programs at all levels of maturity. Whether supporting major acquisition decisions or delivering day-to-day program controls, we provide the structure, tools, and analysis required for effective public sector cost and program management.
- Program Lifecycle Cost Estimation – Develop structured, traceable cost estimates aligned with GAO 12-step guidance
- Budget & PPBE Alignment – Build budget justifications, Exhibit 300/53 packages, and align cost baselines with PPBE cycles
- Integrated Acquisition Support – Provide cost, schedule, and risk data to support milestone reviews and program planning
- Program Controls & Dashboards – Design and implement cost data models, Earned Value structures, and visualization tools
- Business Case & Investment Analysis – Support strategic decision-making with alternatives analysis and affordability assessments
- Independent Review & Audit Support – Conduct ICEs, cross-checks, and prepare for CRB, DCAA, or GAO review
Service Offerings
Public Sector Service Offerings
Lifecycle Cost Estimation & Budget Support
- Full LCCE development using GAO 12-step methodology
- Cost estimates aligned to Milestone A/B/C and sustainment phases
- Exhibit 300/53 preparation and PPBE support
- Cost element mapping and data traceability across phases
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Program Planning & Acquisition Integration
- Integrated cost, schedule, and risk analysis for acquisition planning
- Cost and risk input for AoAs, APBs, and investment justifications
- Milestone readiness packages for OSD, agency, or program-level review
- Cost support for CONOPS and requirements refinement
Service Offerings
Program Controls, Dashboards & Data Models
- Development of centralized cost databases and analytic structures
- EVMS integration and custom dashboard development
- Data visualization tools for program managers and oversight reporting
- Custom modeling for data normalization, forecasting, and affordability
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Independent Analysis & Audit Readiness
- Cross-checks, ICEs, and shadow estimates to support internal review or external audit
- Pre-audit support for DCAA, GAO, IG, or agency CRBs
- Documentation preparation for SEER-based or hybrid modeling packages
- Support for ICEAA-compliant review packages and stakeholder briefings
Key Benefits
Defensible Cost Estimates
Deliver structured, GAO-aligned estimates that support investment decisions, milestone reviews, and budget approvals
Improved Budget Accuracy & Traceability
Build cost baselines and justification packages aligned with PPBE and Exhibit requirements
Integrated Program Control
Enable better planning with integrated cost, schedule, and risk models supported by dashboards and cost databases
Reduced Review & Audit Risk
Prepare for CRB, ICEAA, GAO, and DCAA reviews with clear documentation, backup data, and independent cross-checks
Results and Case Studies
Demonstrated outcomes from mission-critical consulting engagements
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Major Systems Acquisition Support
Galorath Federal supported the U.S. Army in cost analysis, business case development, acquisition planning, and risk analysis for the Integrated Personnel and Pay System–Army (IPPS‑A), helping the customer navigate complex Milestone Decision Authority requirements.
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Ready to Strengthen Your Program’s Cost and Acquisition Strategy?
Whether you’re preparing SEERai for launch, building custom agents, or ensuring AI compliance, Galorath can meet you where you are.
- Build a full LCCE aligned to GAO best practices
- Develop a program dashboard and cost data model
- Prepare for a CRB, ICE, or audit with structured backup
- Align your cost approach with PPBE and Exhibit standards
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