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FAR 1.603-3 explains how to pick contracting officers who have the right skills to make sure government buys are fair and follow the rules.
FAR 1.603-3 explains who can be a Contracting Officer. It says that only people who are officially chosen and trained can sign government contracts. This helps make sure contracts follow all the right rules. Think of it like giving someone the keys to the store—they must be trusted and know what they’re doing before they handle money or deals.
FAR 1.603-3 explains who can sign contracts for the government. It says only Contracting Officers (COs) have the legal power to do that. Others can help, but only COs can make it official. Think of the CO as the only person with the keys to start the bus—others can ride, but they can’t drive it. This rule helps protect the government and make sure contracts are done the right way.
When working with FAR 1.603-3, many people forget that Contracting Officers (COs) must be officially appointed with a warrant. One common mistake is letting someone act as a CO before they’re properly authorized. Another error is not keeping the appointment record in the files. These oversights can cause legal problems and contract delays. Always make sure the CO has a signed warrant and that it’s filed correctly. This helps protect both the agency and the mission.
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-602-1-authority">FAR 1.602-1 – Authority</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-602-2-responsibilities">FAR 1.602-2 – Responsibilities</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-602-3-ratification">FAR 1.602-3 – Ratification of Unauthorized Commitments</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-604-contracting-officers-representative">FAR 1.604 – Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)</a><br>
<a href="https://learn.cradle2contract.com/made-simple/far-1-601-general">FAR 1.601 – General</a><br>