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2 of 172 terms matching "DCMA"
Defense Contract Management Agency
The agency that administers DoD contracts after award, including surveillance and rate agreements.
When you see it
As the administering office on your DoD contract.
Do you need it
Once you have administered contracts, DCMA is a key relationship.
Where it comes from
Department of Defense.
Defense Contract Management Agency
The agency that administers DoD contracts after award, including surveillance and rate agreements.
When you see it
As the administering office on your DoD contract.
Do you need it
Once you have administered contracts, DCMA is a key relationship.
Where it comes from
Department of Defense.
Administrative Contracting Officer
The CO responsible for administering the contract after award, often at DCMA.
When you see it
During performance, on modifications and rate matters.
Do you need it
Yes, once you have DoD contracts under administration.
Where it comes from
FAR Part 42.
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