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CPARS
Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System
CPARS is the federal system of record for contractor past-performance evaluations. Agencies document how a contractor performed on a contract, and those ratings inform source-selection decisions on future awards.
What it is
In CPARS, the government records performance ratings — quality, schedule, cost control, management — for contracts above set thresholds. Contractors can review and comment on their evaluations.
Why it exists
Past performance is a key evaluation factor, and CPARS gives agencies a consistent, documented history to consider when choosing among offerors.
Who it applies to
Contractors performing above the reporting thresholds — a strong CPARS record is a competitive asset on future bids.
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What is CPARS?
CPARS is the federal system of record for contractor past-performance evaluations. Agencies rate how a contractor performed on a contract — quality, schedule, cost control, and management — and those ratings inform source-selection decisions on future awards.
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