CDRL References

What is a CDRL?

According to AcqNotes:

“The Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) is a list of authorized data requirements for a specific procurement that forms part of a contract. It comprises either a single DD Form 1423, or a series of DD Forms 1423 containing data requirements and delivery information. The CDRL is the standard format for identifying potential data requirements in a solicitation and deliverable data requirements in a contract. DFAR Subpart 215.470 requires the use of the CDRL in solicitations when the contract will require delivery of data.”

According to Defense Acquisition University (DAU):

“The standard format for identifying potential data requirements in a solicitation and deliverable data requirements in a contract.”

According to Wikipedia:

“The CDRL identifies what data products are to be formally delivered to the government by a contractor, as well as when and possibly how (e.g. format and quantity) they are to be delivered. The list typically consists of a series of individual data items, each of which is recorded on a Data Item form (DD Form 1423) containing the tailored data requirements and delivery information. The CDRL is the standard format for identifying potential data requirements in a solicitation, and deliverable data requirements in a contract. The purpose of the CDRL is to provide a standardized method of clearly and unambiguously delineating the government's minimum essential data needs. The CDRL groups all of the data requirements in a single place rather than having them scattered throughout the solicitation or contract.”

More CDRL Data References:

From CMstat:

Contract Data Requirements List CDRL Best Practices

What is Contract Deliverables Data Management (CDDM)?

Why Care About Contract Deliverables Data Management?

Contract Deliverables CDRL Data Management for Aerospace and Defense Suppliers

Improving Profitability with Contract Deliverables Data Management Using CMstat’s EPOCH DM Solution

EPOCH DM Software Applications, Capabilities, Functionality, and Benefits

From Other Authorities:

CDRL DD 1423 Contract Data Requirements List Form

Data Management Organizations and Standards

DAU Contract Data Requirements List Best Practices

DAU Product Support Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)

DAU Product Support Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Data Item Descriptions (DID)

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Defense Standardization Program FAQ about Data Item Descriptions

DoD MIL-HDBK-245D Handbook for Preparation of Statement of Work

DoD MIL-STD-963 Data Item Descriptions

DoD 5010.12-M Procedures for Acquisition and Management of Technical Data

Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) DI-MGMT-81861A Data Item Description

US Army Example Guidance on Documentation of CDRL

US Navy CDRL Examples

Sample Navy DD 1423 Contract Data Requirements List

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