MTDC Calculation Table.xlsx

This is a Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC) calculation worksheet for XYZ Organization's budget submission under the Department of State's DRL Ensuring Resilient Seafood Supply Chains grant program (CFDA 19.345). The budget totals $830,000 in direct costs, comprising personnel ($100,000), fringe benefits ($50,000), travel ($55,000), equipment ($15,000), supplies ($6,000), contractual subawards ($509,000 across four entities), and other direct costs ($95,000 including venue and childcare). The calculation applies $408,000 in exemptions, including $73,000 in participant support costs, $320,000 representing the portion of subawards exceeding $50,000 each, and $15,000 in equipment, resulting in a Modified Total Direct Costs of $422,000. Based on a NICRA or 15 percent de minimis indirect cost rate, the organization would receive $63,300 in indirect cost reimbursement.

The underlying grant opportunity supports U.S. government efforts to counter forced labor in seafood supply chains across East Asia, the Pacific, and the Western Hemisphere through programs aligned with democracy, human rights, and labor protections. Administered by the Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor, the program typically issues Project Grants ranging from $500,000 to $2 million, though award amounts vary. Recent solicitation activity indicates multiple opportunities posted in July 2026 with deadlines in mid-August 2026. Applicants must comply with 2 CFR Subpart F audit requirements with annual frequency determined at time of award and maintain records for seven years.