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Cost-Plus

Contract reimbursing actual costs plus a fee.

Definition

Cost-Plus Contract reimbursing actual costs plus a fee.

FAR Subpart 16.3

Definition

Cost-Plus (cost reimbursement) contracts reimburse the contractor for allowable costs incurred plus a fee. Types include CPFF (Fixed Fee), CPIF (Incentive Fee), and CPAF (Award Fee). The government bears most cost risk. Used for uncertain requirements like R&D.

Also Known As

  • Cost Reimbursement
  • CPFF
  • CPIF
  • CPAF

Official Source

FAR Subpart 16.3

Related Terms

  • Allowable Cost

    Cost that can be charged to or reimbursed under a government contract.

  • FFP

    Firm Fixed Price - contract where price doesn't change regardless of costs.

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