CFR > Title 10 - Energy > CHAPTER III—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY > PART 719—CONTRACTOR LEGAL MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS > SUBPART D—Reimbursement of Costs Subject to This Part (§719.30 to §719.39) > 719.35—What categories of costs require advance approval?

719.35—What categories of costs require advance approval?

Costs for the following require specific justification or advance written approval from Department counsel to be considered for reimbursement:
(a) Computers or general application software, or non-routine computerized databases specifically created for a particular matter;
(b) Charges for materials or non-attorney services exceeding $5,000;
(c) Secretarial and support services, word processing, or temporary support personnel;
(d) Attendance by more than one person at a deposition, court hearing, interview or meeting;
(e) Expert witnesses and consultants;
(f) Trade publications, books, treatises, background materials, and other similar documents;
(g) Professional or educational seminars and conferences;
(h) Preparation of bills or time spent responding to questions about bills from either the Department or the contractor;
(i) Food and beverages when the attorney or consultant is not on travel status and away from the home office; and
(j) Pro hac vice admissions.