Quality Control Plan(QCP)
A contractor-developed plan describing how quality will be assured during contract performance, often required in solicitations.
Overview
A Quality Control Plan (QCP) is a document that describes the contractor's approach to ensuring deliverables and services meet contract requirements. It defines quality standards, inspection procedures, roles and responsibilities, and corrective action processes. Many solicitations require a QCP as a deliverable or as part of the management approach.
Why It Matters in GovCon
The QCP is typically an evaluated proposal element and a contract requirement. A well-designed QCP aligns with the government's Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and demonstrates your commitment to consistent performance. During execution, the QCP guides your internal quality processes and supports positive past performance evaluations.
Key Details
- QASP Alignment: The QCP should address each surveillance area in the government's QASP.
- Roles: Defines who is responsible for quality oversight, inspections, and sign-off.
- Processes: Describes how defects are identified, documented, and corrected.
- Deliverables: May be a contract deliverable due within a set period after award.
- Continuous Improvement: Strong QCPs include feedback loops and process improvement.
Related Terms
- Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)
- Performance Work Statement (PWS)
- Key Personnel
- Past Performance
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