Long Trail Advisors provides senior-level strategic support to organizations navigating critical stages of growth, helping them compete, comply, and scale effectively in complex federal and commercial environments.
Long Trail Advisors is a woman-owned boutique firm that provides senior-level advisory services supporting federal contractors and investors in areas including cost proposal strategy, FAR- and CAS- aligned financial structures, federal market entry, and strategic acquisitions.
Advisory support for contractors establishing FAR- aligned financial structures, including direct rates, forward pricing rates, and preparation for CAS coverage.
Provisional Billing Rate (PBR) Development
Forward Pricing Rate Proposals (FPRP)
FAR Part 31 Allowable Cost Structures
Indirect Rate Modeling
Federal Compliance Audit Preparation
Senior team with experience in transitioning commercial entities into federal entities with compliant systems.
Transition to CAS
CAS-aligned Cost Accounting Practices
Disclosure Statement (DS-1) Preparation Support
Alignment of Accounting, Estimating, and Billing Practices
Leadership and expertise in cost proposal development on complex federal procurements.
Cost Volume Leadership
Basis of Estimate (BOE) Development
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Pricing Frameworks
Labor and Indirect Rate Modeling
FAR 15 Pricing Compliance
Support for organizations entering federal contracting, including OCI- mitigated entities and commercial firms transitioning into Federal Markets.
Transition of Commercial Firms into Federal Contracting
OCI Mitigation Transition Support
Establishment of Proposal and Estimating Organizations
GovCon Financial Framework Development
Program Financial Structuring
Fixed Unit Rate (FUR) Pricing Models
Infrastructure and Treatment Program Financial Modeling
Capital Recovery and Cost Structure Modeling
Program Financial Risk Analysis
Advisory support for acquisitions, divestitures, and investment decisions in government services.
Christopher W. Barton is a senior advisor at Long Trail Advisors with 30+ years of experience in federal programs, infrastructure development, and strategic transactions in government services and the nuclear industry. He specializes in federal cost proposals, FAR/CAS-aligned financial structures, indirect rate strategy, and financial management of large federal projects. He previously held senior roles with EnergySolutions, Parsons, Atkins, and Veolia Nuclear Solutions Federal Services, supporting major programs including the Hanford Tank Operations Contract, Salt Waste Processing Facility, National Ignition Facility, and National Enrichment Facility. He has led cost proposals and REAs valued from $100M to $11B. Mr. Barton is a former U.S. Army Military Intelligence Corps member and holds a B.A. from Arkansas Tech University.
Emily Barton is a Business Analyst with a strong background in financial operations and strategic support. Experienced in cash flow analysis, rate development, and pro forma modeling, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights. Skilled in managing back-office accounting functions, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll processing, and quarterly filings through integrated accounting systems.Known for collaborating effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, bringing a detail-oriented and analytical approach to support informed decision-making. Committed to maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening operational efficiency, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards.
