FCR 201 COR II: Contracting Officer’s Representative Level II Course
FCR 201 COR II: Contracting Officer’s Representative Level II Course Description: Technical personnel play a vital role in acquiring equipment, systems, and support services by contract for the Government. They prepare the work statement; evaluate proposals; recommend source selection; and, as the appointed contracting officer’s representative (COR), review, guide and direct the contractor’s performance. Program success relies upon their informed and timely input. Effective contracting requires that technical personnel possess and correctly apply technical and administrative skills. Most technical personnel become involved in acquisitions because of their technical expertise. This course looks to improving agency acquisitions and contractor performance by enhancing their knowledge and practical application of contracting principles. Learning Objectives: Students who successfully complete this course will be able to: • Identify their responsibilities in the acquisition process and applicable requirements from the FAR and Agency policy.• Address key elements of acquisition planning including market research, competition, source selection, contract type, use of indefinite delivery contracts, cost estimating, funding, special considerations for service contracts, logistical considerations, Government-furnished property and information, and security.• Recognize authorized limitations on full and open competition; develop a justification for other than full and open competition, and support small business set-aside goals and programs.• Prepare a performance-based work statement, source selection criteria, and technical proposal instructions.• Observe solicitation constraints including communication with prospective offerors, disclosure of information, and confidentiality.• Understand their input to the source selection process including the technical evaluation plan, evaluating proposals and reaching an agreement, cost realism and best value analysis, and source selection.• Plan for quality and schedule assurance, select the appropriate remedy for nonconforming or delinquent performance, and prepare contractor performance evaluation reports.• Support timely execution of contract modifications and avoid unauthorized changes.• Provide timely technical direction within the scope of the contract requirements.• Review payment requests and provide timely feedback.• Know and appreciate standards of procurement ethics including areas of proscribed conduct under the Procurement Integrity Act and criminal conflict of interest statutes.
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Course DescriptionThis certified DAU-equivalent course is specifically designed for Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) who are responsible for assuring that contractors are performing the technical portion of their job. COR 222 will provide CORs the breadth of knowledge required to perform their role, including knowledge related to COR roles and responsibilities, as well as fundamentals of contracting regulations, types, phases, and other elements; awareness of ethical, legal, and cultural factors that impact COR responsibilities; and information necessary to effectively evaluate situations, apply knowledge gained, and make correct decisions to carry out COR responsibilities and scenarios found in the contract planning, contract formation and contract administration phases. Course Length: 5 Class Days CLPs: 40 hoursCost: CallCOURSE OBJECTIVESStudents who successfully complete this AMCI equivalent course will be able to:Recognize the duties, limitations and authority of the COR.Identify key laws and regulations that address fraud, waste and abuse and ethical considerations in federal contractingRecognize COR responsibilities in acquisition mission support planningRecognize the COR responsibilities in the contract award processRecognize the COR’s role in tracking contract expendituresRecognize the COR’s role in tracking the contract scheduleEvaluate proposed changes under the contract so that the best interests of the government are protectedRecognize the importance of the COR as a representative of the Contracting Officer during performance of the contractReview technical submittals to ensure compliance with statement of work and contract objectivesDescribe the COR’s responsibilities in inspecting and accepting goods and services.Given a contract action, identify the delegated technical functions for which the COR is responsible.Describe the administrative duties of the COR as outlined in the delegation letter.Identify the unique characteristics of a construction contract.Identify the unique characteristics of contracts in major systems and R&D acquisitions.Methodology:Limited lecture/facilitated discussion; Research FAR and web sources; Reading assignments; Interactive activities; Case studies; Exercises; Homework** assignments **The method of instruction used in FCN 190 is based on the Thayer method. The Thayer method is unique in that it requires students to teach themselves the material prior to class (as homework) and the instructor’s role is to explain the material in class if there are any questions. Further, students are held accountable for their learning by being assessed on a daily basis. Target AudienceThis course is designed for anyone currently serving as or training to become a Contracting Officer’s Representative. Questions? Contact our training coordinator via email or phone at (202) 843.5447.