BCL

Baseline Control Level refers to the management authority level at which changes to program baselines must be approved. Different BCLs are established for cost, schedule, and technical baselines, with higher-value or higher-impact changes requiring approval at higher organizational levels.

In Earned Value Management systems, baseline changes must be processed through formal change control procedures. Minor changes may be approved at the contractor level, while significant changes require government approval. Establishing appropriate BCLs ensures proper oversight of baseline integrity while allowing flexibility for routine adjustments.