COR Regulatory Compliance & Documentation 2

Question 1

Which Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) part specifically addresses the documentation requirements for contract files?

Accepted Answer

FAR Part 4

Answer

FAR Part 4 governs administrative matters including contract file contents and retention requirements.

Question 2

A COR discovers that a contractor missed a deliverable deadline but still provided the item two days late. What document should the COR prepare first?

Accepted Answer

Written record of the contractor's non-performance and notification to the CO

Answer

The COR should document the non-performance in writing and notify the Contracting Officer, who has authority to take corrective action.

Question 3

Under the Anti-Deficiency Act, what is prohibited regarding government obligations?

Accepted Answer

Spending more than the amount authorized by an appropriation

Answer

The Anti-Deficiency Act prohibits obligating or expending funds in excess of appropriated amounts or in advance of appropriations.

Question 4

When documenting contractor performance in CPARS, how frequently must ratings be entered for contracts exceeding the reporting threshold?

Accepted Answer

Annually or at contract completion

Answer

CPARS evaluations are required annually and at contract completion for contracts meeting the reporting threshold.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate action for a COR to take independently without Contracting Officer approval?

Accepted Answer

Directing a contractor to change the method of performance

Answer

Directing changes to contractor performance methods constitutes a constructive change and requires CO authorization.

(COR) Contracting Officer's Representative Certification Practice Test

(COR) Contracting Officer's Representative Certification Practice Test

COR Regulatory Compliance & Documentation 2