QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED
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MODULE 1
What is COR?
is designated in writing by the Contracting Officer (KO) to provide technical
direction, clarification, and guidance with respect to the contract specifications and
statement of work. , review and/ or approving contractor invoices, other contract
surveillance and monitoring duties
Implied Authority
Inferred, as a matter of reason, based on the facts and circumstances of the
situation. All aspects of this type of authority are not spelled out in writing or
documented.
In order to qualify as a COR, an individual must:(Select all that apply.)
Be a US government employee, unless otherwise authorized in agency regulations,
possess the necessary technical skills, be appointed by a KO
,COR's key role is to observe, document, and communicate contractor performance
to both the KO and contractor.
True
The KO does not need to review the delegated duties in the letter of appointment
and the terms and conditions of the contract with the COR.
False
What is COR?
The COR is the technical liaison between the contractor and the KO and is
responsible for monitoring contractor performance and delivery as set forth in the
contract.
Apparent Authority
Obvious or evident authority that a reasonable person would assume someone to
possess, based on his or her actions or position. The government does not
recognize this authority for contract work
Expressed Authority
Written, documented authority such as that given to the KO in a warrant. The COR
only has expressed authority as delegated in the COR appointment letter.
,What are COR core duties?
Know the contract,
Work with your contractors; monitor and evaluate performance,
Provide technical direction and guidance if delegated in the COR's Letter of
Designation,
Support the mission and recommend changes,
Monitor satisfactory performance and timely delivery within the financial
constraints of the contract
COR Pre-Award
Document requirements
Assist in preparing the procurement package to include the Performance Work
Statement (PWS)/Statement of Work (SOW) and Independent Government
Estimate (IGE) to include market research
Prepare and submit Purchase Requests (PR)
Draft a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)/Checklist
Verify availability of funding; submit packet to request funds
Evaluate quotes/proposals from vendors/contractors
COR Contract
Understand the requirements of the contract, Ensure that all required items,
documentation, data, and/or reports are submitted as required in the contract,
Follow the PWS/SOW for delivery/task orders placed under the contract
, Provide technical advice/recommendations/clarification on the PWS/SOW
Request contract changes through the KO when needed, Provide a PWS/SOW and
Independent Government Estimate (IGE) for any changes at the request of the KO,
Evaluate proposals for and participate in negotiations of changes, modifications,
and claims at the request of the KO, Provide written notification to the KO when
the contractual requirements have been fulfilled and technically accepted
COR Contractor
Monitor and document contractor performance in accordance with the
requirements, terms, and conditions of the contract and agreed schedule
Maintain an arms-length relationship with the contractor in the interest of
procurement integrity as well as sound contract management, Inform the contractor
of failures to comply with the technical requirements of the contract., Prepare any
required reports on contractor performance, Validate that contractor personnel
have required licenses, certifications, and security clearances as required by the
contract, Verify timeliness and accuracy of contractor reports and data required to
be delivered to the government, Maintain direct communications and act as a
liaison between activity and contractor (in concert with KO), Try to resolve issues
that may arise and ensure any dispute between the COR and contractor is referred
to the KO
COR Acceptance
To ensure that contract requirements are met, the COR has the responsibility to:
Inspect supplies and services performed to determine acceptability and reject those
that do not meet the contract requirements and standards for quality assurance,
Assure contractor/vendor is paid for acceptable performance and not paid for
unacceptable performance (supplies or services)