Federal Contracting Acronym
CCPD
Certified Cost or Pricing Data
Plain-English definition
Certified cost or pricing data are certified factual cost or pricing data submitted when required under FAR Part 15 and related guidance. In federal practice, Certified Cost or Pricing Data connects to how contracting officers, program offices, and industry teams interpret requirements, document decisions, and execute awards. Authoritative context is typically found in FAR materials and agency supplements where applicable. Contractors should trace how CCPD appears in the specific solicitation or contract rather than assuming uniform usage across agencies.
Why it matters
Understanding Certified Cost or Pricing Data (CCPD) reduces misalignment during proposal preparation, contract performance, and compliance reviews tied to pricing & finance obligations.
Where you will see it
SAM.gov notices, contract clauses and attachments, DoD forms and supply systems when applicable, and internal capture or program management documentation.
Example in context
During a bid review, the capture lead notes CCPD in the solicitation, assigns a subject-matter owner to confirm requirements, and records the decision in the compliance matrix.