When does past performance expire in CPARS?

CPARS retention and relevance: **CPARS Retention:** - Evaluations kept for 6 years - Clock starts from completion date - Both positive and negative ratings retained **Past Performance Relevance Windows:** - Most RFPs: 3-5 years - Some allow older relevant experience - Recency is weighted in evaluation **What Gets Evaluated:** - Quality of service/product - Schedule adherence - Cost control (for cost-type contracts) - Business relations - Management of key personnel - Small business subcontracting (if applicable) **Maintaining Good Ratings:** - Address issues proactively - Communicate with CORs regularly - Request contractor response if unfair rating