Tanner Elliotte has spent most of his career in the Government Contracting industry, where he leads clients through the financial, regulatory, and compliance requirements of complex federal programs across DoD and HHS. He has extensive knowledge of federal cost principles under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), 2 CFR 200, and solicitation-specific agency guidance to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance throughout the program lifecycle.
Tanner develops cost proposals, financial models, and indirect rate structures that align with solicitation requirements and withstand rigorous agency review. He has guided clients through compliance transitions between major agencies, including from the Department of Defense Grants and Agreements Regulations (DoDGARs) to 45 CFR 75 (HHS), and supported numerous program audits with zero findings. His expertise includes cost allocation methodologies, internal control design, and audit documentation to maintain adherence to federal procurement standards.
Tanner’s background in federal procurement and cost accounting enables him to anticipate agency expectations, interpret complex regulatory language, and design compliant systems that position clients for long-term success under high-impact R&D programs.