Basic (Level I) Contracting Officer's Representative

Overview

Learn the basic knowledge and skills needed as a Level I contracting officer’s representative (COR), such as proper communication, documentation, contract monitoring, payments, and ethics. You will also leave with a better understanding of the overall acquisition process and how to manage acquisitions effectively and efficiently as the eyes and ears of the contacting officer.

Who Attends

This course is designed for personnel seeking FAC-COR Level I certification training.

Course Level: Basic
CLP: 8 | CPE: 8
Duration: 1 Day

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September 15 - September 15, 2026

Class ID: 261073010

Washington, DC

8 AM - 4 PM EST

October 22 - October 22, 2026

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November 5 - November 5, 2026

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Learning Objectives

Describe the COR’s duties, responsibilities, and authority
Identify issues affecting the COR through the acquisition process
Maintain appropriate documentation and communications
Use appropriate techniques to monitor contract performance
Describe the process for processing contractor invoices for payment

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Credits

CLP Credits: 8
CEU Credits: 0.6
PDUs: 7
NASBA Field(s) of Study and Credits: Finance (8 CPEs)
NASBA Level: Basic
FM MyLearn Number: L5040

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

None

Elective Courses

None

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

None

Suggested

None

Course Activities

The final exam must be completed with a grade of 80% or higher.

Course Topics

COR Roles and Responsibilities

The Role of a Contracting Officer's Representative
Responsibilities
COR Responsibilities Throughout the Acquisition Process
Delegation of Authority
Summary

Acquisition Planning

Phases of the Acquisition Process
Determination of Need
Benefits of Market Research
Types of Market Research
Sources of Market Information
Considerations When Developing Requirements Documents
Managing Risk
Contract Types
Recurring Requirements
Exercise: Scenarios
Summary

Contract Formation

Pre-solicitation Exchanges with Industry
Solicitation Format
Incorporating the Source Selection Strategy and Evaluation Factors in the Solicitation
Preparing Proposal Instructions
Issuance and Amendment of the Solicitation
Evaluating Technical/Management Proposals
Evaluating Past Performance
Summary

Contract Administration

The COR Work Plan
Communicating with Contractors
Purpose of Contract Monitoring
Sources of Monitoring Requirements
Steps for Monitoring Performance
Monitoring Contract Costs
Identifying the Need to Modify the Contract
Types of Modifications
Evaluating Proposed Changes
Constructive Changes
Documenting Performance for Future Source Selections
Contract Closeout
Summary

Payment

Methods of Payment
Processing Invoices/Vouchers
Prompt Payment Act
Summary

Ethics in Government Contracting

Principles of Ethical Conduct
Gifts and Gratuities
Conflicting Financial Interests
Restrictions on Obtaining and Disclosing Certain Information
Organizational Conflicts of Interest
Identifying Fraud in Government Contracts
Summary

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Basic (Level I) Contracting Officer's Representative

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

Additional Features

Credits

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

Suggested

Course Activities

Course Topics

Ethics in Federal Contracting