Cda Certified Claim

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What you'll need

Executed Contract and Modifications
Cost and Damages Records
Chronology and Correspondence

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Overview

CaseMark's CDA Certified Claim skill automates the drafting of Contract Disputes Act claims for federal government contracts. It produces a complete, FAR Part 33-compliant claim package including entitlement analysis, quantum calculations, certification language, and a final-decision demand addressed to the contracting officer. The output is structured to preserve appeal rights and meet the procedural requirements of 41 U.S.C. §§ 7101–7109.

Drafting a CDA certified claim is one of the most document-intensive tasks in government contracts practice. Attorneys must synthesize contract terms, modifications, cost records, correspondence, and schedules into a precisely structured submission that meets strict statutory and regulatory requirements. A single procedural misstep—an imprecise sum, missing certification, or inadequate final-decision demand—can jeopardize appeal rights and delay resolution for months.

CaseMark automates the heavy lifting of CDA claim preparation by analyzing your contract documents, cost records, and chronology to produce a complete certified claim package. The AI structures entitlement and quantum sections with proper legal authority citations, generates the required certification language, and includes a final-decision demand—all formatted to comply with FAR Part 33 and preserve your client's appeal rights.

How it works

1. Upload your contract, modifications, cost records, and supporting chronology documents
2. AI analyzes your documents and maps facts to CDA claim theories and legal authority
3. Review and customize the generated claim package including entitlement, quantum, and certification sections
4. Export the finalized CDA certified claim in your preferred format (DOCX, PDF)

What you get

Claim Header and Executive Summary
Contract Background Summary
Statement of Claim with Definite Relief
Chronological Factual Narrative with Exhibit Table
Entitlement Analysis
Quantum Analysis
Certification Language
Final Decision Demand

What it handles

FAR Part 33-compliant claim structure with proper header and certification language
Entitlement analysis mapping claim theories to facts and legal authority
Quantum section with definite-sum calculations and supporting exhibit references
Chronological factual narrative with exhibit citation tables
Automatic certification language for claims exceeding $100,000
Final-decision demand letter addressed to the contracting officer

Required documents

Executed Contract and Modifications
The base contract, all modifications, and relevant clauses including disputes and changes provisions
.pdf, .docx
Cost and Damages Records
Cost reports, invoices, payroll records, schedules, and other financial documentation supporting the quantum
.pdf, .docx, .xlsx
Chronology and Correspondence
Timeline of events, letters, emails, meeting minutes, and other documents establishing the factual basis of the claim
.pdf, .docx

Supporting documents

Prior Requests for Equitable Adjustment
Any previously submitted REAs or informal claim submissions related to the dispute
.pdf, .docx
Expert Reports or Analyses
Schedule delay analyses, cost impact studies, or other expert assessments supporting entitlement or quantum
.pdf, .docx
Government Correspondence and Directives
Contracting officer letters, cure notices, show-cause notices, or directives relevant to the claim
.pdf, .docx

Why teams use it

Reduce CDA claim drafting time from days to minutes while maintaining legal rigor and compliance

Ensure proper claim structure with definite-sum requirements, certification language, and final-decision demands

Automatically map claim theories to factual elements and legal authority in organized entitlement tables

Generate exhibit-referenced chronological narratives that strengthen factual support for your claim

Questions

What types of CDA claims can this skill draft?

CaseMark supports all major CDA claim theories including constructive changes, differing site conditions, delays, breach of contract, and government-caused disruptions. The AI structures each claim type with the appropriate legal elements and authority.

Does the output include proper certification language for claims over $100,000?

Yes. CaseMark automatically generates the statutory certification language required under 41 U.S.C. § 7103(b) for claims exceeding $100,000, including the good-faith, accurate-and-complete, and supporting-data certifications required to preserve your appeal rights.

How does CaseMark ensure the claim states a definite sum?

CaseMark structures the quantum section to present an exact dollar amount rather than ranges or estimates, which is a critical CDA requirement. The AI organizes your cost data into a clear quantum breakdown tied to supporting records and exhibits.

Will this preserve my client's appeal rights to the ASBCA or CBCA?

CaseMark drafts claims that follow the procedural requirements of FAR Part 33 and 41 U.S.C. §§ 7101–7109, including the final-decision demand and proper certification. This structure is designed to preserve appeal rights before the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA), Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA), or the Court of Federal Claims.

Can I use this for both monetary claims and time extension requests?

Absolutely. CaseMark handles claims seeking definite monetary sums, time extensions in calendar or work days, or both. The AI structures each type of relief with the specificity required under the CDA.

How long does it take to generate a CDA certified claim?

CaseMark typically generates a complete CDA certified claim package in approximately 10–15 minutes, depending on the complexity of your uploaded documents. This replaces what traditionally takes days or weeks of manual drafting.