Cost-Plus

Contract reimbursing actual costs plus a fee.

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