How to Assign Cost Categories to DSC, HC and PMCA Contracts
Quick guide to cost category assignment for defence contract standards
Cost categories determine where amounts appear on your defence payment statements (DSC, HC or PMCA). Assign the correct cost category to each cost item so that amounts automatically map to the right section when you export payment statements.
Before You Start
- Your contract uses a defence contract standard (DSC, HC or PMCA)
Assign Cost Categories
- Go to the Cost module in your project.
- Click Contracts in the navigation menu.
- Click the blue Add Contract button to create a new contract, or click an existing contract to edit it.
- Check the Contract Standard field to confirm the contract type (DSC, HC or PMCA).
- Go to each cost item and select the appropriate Cost Category from the dropdown.
The cost category options change depending on the contract standard. See the table below for the available options.
Cost Category Options by Contract Standard
| Contract Standard | Available Cost Categories |
| DSC | Fee, Other Amounts |
| HC | Contract Price, Other Amounts |
| PMCA | Fee, Other Amounts |
Set cost categories when you first create the contract. This ensures your payment statement exports are correct from the start and avoids manual adjustments later.
Need Help?
Contact Mastt Support for additional assistance with contract cost categories.