Federal Contracting Contract Administration Flashcards
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What is the primary goal of contract administration?
Answer: To ensure performance and compliance
Contract administration ensures that the contractor fulfills the contractual requirements on time and within scope and cost.
Which individual is primarily responsible for contract administration?
Answer: Contracting Officer’s Representative
The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) monitors the day-to-day performance of the contractor.
What tool is commonly used to track contractor performance?
Answer: CPARS
The Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) is used to document and evaluate contractor performance.
What should be done if a contractor is not meeting performance standards?
Answer: Document and notify the Contracting Officer
If a contractor is non-compliant, the COR should document the issue and notify the Contracting Officer for formal action.
Why is maintaining communication with contractors important during administration?
Answer: To ensure clarity and alignment
Regular communication helps clarify expectations, prevent disputes, and ensure the contract stays on schedule.
What is included in a contract modification?
Answer: Approved changes to contract terms
Contract modifications may involve changes in scope, funding, or delivery schedules and must be approved by the Contracting Officer.