Completing the Budget Request - (Rev. 1, 08-30-02)

230 - Completing the Budget Request - (Rev. 1, 08-30-02) A1-1255, B1-4255 The contractor uses this basic document for submitting the annual estimate of costs for administrative functions and duties related to the Medicare program. The format and related explanations must furnish sufficient information to permit a meaningful review of the estimates. The information requested and as supplemented by the BPRs form the basis for the budget data for each FY. The base period for preparation and comparison of the BR is the prior year's budget unless otherwise stated in the BPRs. The contractor shall consider its most recent experience in preparing financial cost estimates.