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what is a contract modification? |
any written change in terms of a contract |
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what is the government's policy pertaining to contract modifications? |
only c o acting in scope of their authority are empowered to execute |
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what are the different types of contract modification and for what can each type be used |
Bilateral..... 1.make negotiated equitable adjustments 2.definitives letter contract 3.reflect other agreements Unilateral.... 1.make adman changes 2.issue change orders 3. make changes authorized by clauses 4. Issue terminations notices |
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what is a change order? |
Written order, signed by the contracting officer directing contractor to make a change that changes clause authorizes |
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what is a claim? |
written demand or assar tation by 1 of the contracting parties seeking, as a matter of right, the adjustment or interpretation of contract terms or other relief. |
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what is the government's policy pertaining to the resolution of contractual issues in controversy? |
to resolve by mutual agreement at the contracting officer level. Reasonable effort should be made to resolve before claim |
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what must a contracting officer do when a claim by or against a contractor cannot be settled by mutual agreement and a decision on the claim is necessary? |
1.Review the facts 2. secure assistance from legal 3. cordinate with the CAO 4. prepare written decision that includes (i-v) |
