Concession Modification (Significant Expansion)
Recording a change order where the government requests an additional lane or facility mid-concession in exchange for an extended contract term.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intangible Asset - Concession Right (Expansion) | Asset (+) | 5,000,000.00 | - |
| Construction Revenue (Modification) | Revenue (+) | - | 5,000,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
If the government asks for a $5M expansion and 'pays' for it by extending the concession from 30 years to 35 years, this is a non-cash modification. The operator recognizes construction revenue today (based on the work done) and adds that value to the Intangible Asset, which is then amortized over the new, longer term.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
The 'Remaining Life' of the existing asset must be updated in the Fixed Asset module to match the new contract end date (Prospective adjustment).
⚠️ Audit Flags
Commercial substance. Auditors ensure the extension's value is 'fair' compared to the cost of construction to prevent artificial revenue inflation.
📄 Required Documentation
Contract Amendment, engineer's sign-off on expansion costs, and the revised traffic forecast for the extension period.
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