Government Contracting Glossary
Master the language of government contracting. Browse 498 terms covering regulations, contract types, procurement processes, and more.
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CPIF (Cost-Plus Incentive Fee)
A contract type where the contractor receives a fee that varies based on their performance against pre-determined targets.
CPM (Cost Performance Management)
CPM in government contracting focuses on tracking and controlling project costs, ensuring work stays within budget and delivers expected value.
CPPB (Certified Professional Public Buyer)
A CPPB is a certification for procurement professionals in government, demonstrating expertise in public purchasing principles and practices.
CPPC (Certified Public Procurement Counselor)
A CPPC provides expert guidance to businesses navigating the complexities of government contracting, from registration to compliance.
CPPC (Cost-Plus Percentage of Cost)
CPPC (Cost-Plus Percentage of Cost) is a type of cost-reimbursement contract where the contractor's profit is a fixed percentage of the allowable costs.
CPPO (Certified Public Procurement Officer)
CPPO is a certification demonstrating mastery of public procurement principles, benefiting government contractors during the bidding process.
CRA (Contract Risk Assessment)
A CRA is a systematic process to identify, analyze, and evaluate potential risks associated with a government contract.
CRADA (Cooperative Research And Development Agreement)
A CRADA is a contract between a government agency and a private entity to collaborate on research and development projects.
CS (Contracted Support)
Contracted Support (CS) refers to personnel or services acquired through a contract to augment an organization's internal capabilities.
CSaCOST (Sharing Agreement)
A Cost Sharing Agreement (CSaCOST) outlines how project costs are divided between the government and a contractor, often used in research and development.
CSI (Construction Specifications Institute)
The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) sets standards for organizing and presenting construction information, critical for government construction projects.
CSP (Contractors Purchasing System Review)
A Contractors Purchasing System Review (CSP) is a government audit to ensure a contractor's purchasing system complies with regulations.