Contract Funds Status Report (CFSR)
Government Standards
Reviewed by forProject Technology - updated Sep 2026
Quick definition: The Contract Funds Status Report (CFSR) is a Department of Defense (DoD) report used to track and forecast the funding needed to complete a contract.
The CFSR gives the government what it needs to forecast funding requirements, plan funding changes, develop budget estimates, and estimate termination costs. Unlike Earned Value Management (EVM) reports, which focus on cost and schedule performance, the CFSR is about funding: the money that has to be made available.
What this means for you
Government programs are often funded in increments, so the CFSR helps make sure enough funding is in place before the contractor runs out. That avoids work stopping because of a funding gap. It works alongside EVM reporting, not in place of it.
Also known as
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Used in
DoD contract funding forecasts; budget planning cycles
See also
FAQ
Is the CFSR the same as a Contract Performance Report (CPR)?
No. The CPR reports cost and schedule performance using Earned Value, while the CFSR is about funding requirements and forecasts.
Who typically requires a CFSR?
It's most often required on larger DoD contracts that are funded in increments.
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