An interim rule effective Februray 10, 2000 has extended the memtor-protégé program until Sptember 30, 2005.  The rules has also changed the way mentor firms can obtain reimbursement for their costs.  For agreements entered into on or after October 1, 1999, DOD will reimburse only through separtely priced contract line item in a DOD contract or in unusual cirucmstances, as a separate contract.  Previously, reimbursement could be obtained through includsion of the costs either in the mentor's indirect cost pool(s) or through a cooperative or other agreement entered into between DOD and the contractor but thiks has been discontinued in the new contracts.  The new rule also requires that both the mentor and protégé firms submit progress reports:  mentors semiannually and protégé firms annually by October 31 each year.  The protégé will indicate if it agree or disagrees with the mentor report and will provide data on employment, annual revenue and annual participation in the program. Additional information can  be obtained by calling 703-602-0326.

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