CLC 222 EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS, WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION.
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
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.
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 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)
Perform final inspection and acceptance of all work required under the contract,
including the review and approval of reports, and assist the KO with the contract
closeout activities as requested
COR KO
Keep the KO fully informed of any technical or contractual difficulties encountered
during performance
Apprise the KO on contractor performance, specifically in relationship to the contract
technical requirements in accordance with the contract terms, conditions, and
specifications
Provide the KO with a copy of any correspondence sent to the contractor
Inform the KO of any failures by the contractor to comply with the technical
requirements of the contract, particularly if the contractor does not make corrections
Report results to the KO (monthly report)
COR Finance
ANSWERS, WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION.
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
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.
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 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)
Perform final inspection and acceptance of all work required under the contract,
including the review and approval of reports, and assist the KO with the contract
closeout activities as requested
COR KO
Keep the KO fully informed of any technical or contractual difficulties encountered
during performance
Apprise the KO on contractor performance, specifically in relationship to the contract
technical requirements in accordance with the contract terms, conditions, and
specifications
Provide the KO with a copy of any correspondence sent to the contractor
Inform the KO of any failures by the contractor to comply with the technical
requirements of the contract, particularly if the contractor does not make corrections
Report results to the KO (monthly report)
COR Finance
