#1
What is the primary role of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) in government contracts?
To oversee contract administration
To negotiate contract terms
To approve contract modifications
To provide legal advice to contractors
#2
Which of the following is NOT a typical responsibility of a COR?
Monitoring contractor performance
Approving contract funding
Interpreting contract clauses
Issuing contract modifications
#3
What is one of the COR's primary responsibilities in terms of contractor payments?
Approving all contractor invoices
Monitoring contractor spending
Requesting additional funding from the contracting officer
Withholding payment for unsatisfactory work
#4
What is the primary purpose of the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)?
To assess the performance of CORs
To track contractor performance on government contracts
To monitor government agency budgets
To evaluate the performance of contracting officers
#5
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) regarding contractor personnel?
Evaluating contractor employees
Approving hiring decisions
Ensuring compliance with labor laws
Resolving disputes among contractor personnel
#6
What is the COR's role in the contract modification process?
Initiating and approving modifications
Reviewing and rejecting modifications
Consulting with contractors on modifications
None of the above
#7
In case of disputes between the contractor and the government, what role does the COR typically play?
Mediator
Arbitrator
Advocate for the government
All of the above
#8
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) during the pre-award phase of a government contract?
Evaluating contractor performance
Participating in source selection
Negotiating contract terms
Approving contract modifications
#9
What is the primary purpose of the COR's performance evaluation of the contractor?
To penalize the contractor for poor performance
To identify areas for improvement
To terminate the contract
To negotiate contract terms
#10
In the context of government contracts, what does the term 'Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)' refer to?
A plan developed by the COR to ensure contractor compliance with quality standards
A plan developed by the contractor to monitor its own performance
A plan developed by the contracting officer to evaluate the effectiveness of the COR
A plan developed jointly by the government and the contractor to manage project risks
#11
What qualifications are typically required for an individual to serve as a COR?
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Completion of COR training
Prior experience in contract administration
All of the above
#12
Which of the following statements best describes the COR's role in ensuring compliance with contract specifications?
The COR is solely responsible for compliance
The COR provides guidance but contractors are ultimately responsible
The COR has no involvement in compliance matters
The COR ensures compliance by performing all tasks
#13
During contract performance, what action should the COR take if the contractor fails to meet contractual requirements?
Immediately terminate the contract
Issue a formal warning to the contractor
Assume the contractor's responsibilities
Take no action and wait for the contracting officer
#14
What action should the COR take if they suspect a conflict of interest between the contractor and the government?
Ignore the conflict and proceed with contract performance
Report the conflict to the contracting officer
Attempt to resolve the conflict independently
Terminate the contract immediately
#15
Which of the following is a common challenge faced by Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs) in managing government contracts?
Lack of authority to enforce contract terms
Minimal interaction with contractors
Unlimited access to contract funding
No involvement in contract performance evaluations