Dictionary of Procurement Terms

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  • Cost-Reimbursement Contract

    A contract that reimburses the contractor for all incurred costs that are allowable and allocable under the terms of the contract and applicable laws and regulations; may include profit or fee. May also be referred to as a Cost Plus Contract. See Also: Cost Contract.
  • Council of Logistics Management

    A professional and educational organization whose goal is to promote the understanding and development of the logistics concept.
  • Council of State Governments (CSG)

    A national organization in the U.S. founded to foster ideas, problem solve, and maximize resources among state officials who develop public policy.
  • Counteroffer

    An adjusted proposal made in response to another offer by the party who rejected the initial offer.
  • Countertrade

    A form of bartering in international trade whereby goods or services are exchanged without currency.
  • Country of Origin

    The country in which goods are grown, produced, or manufactured.
  • Covenant

    An agreement of two or more parties, in writing, stipulating that something is done, or shall be done, or a promise as to the truth of certain facts.
  • Cover

    A remedy (in accordance with Section 2- 711 of the Uniform Commercial Code) that permits the buyer to seek the reasonable purchase of substitute goods resulting from the seller’s breach of contract.
  • CPAF

  • CPCM

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