Answers
What is COR? correct answer -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? correct answer -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 correct answer -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 correct answer -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 correct answer -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.)
correct answer -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. correct answer -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.
correct answer -False
, What are COR core duties? correct answer -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 correct answer -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 correct answer -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 correct answer -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,