Contracting Officer
/ˈkɒntræktɪŋ əˈfɪʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual authorized to enter into, administer, and terminate contracts on behalf of a governmental or organizational entity.
The contracting officer signed the agreement to procure the necessary supplies.
Forms
- contracting officer
- contracting officers
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to an official role with delegated authority to manage contracts, often within government procurement; clarity on the limits of their authority is essential in contract drafting.
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