Contracting Officers have warrant authority — they are the only people who can legally commit the government to a contract. Other government employees (like program managers or technical evaluators) cannot authorize changes or make binding commitments. Always communicate through the contracting officer during the solicitation process. During contract performance, the CO may delegate day-to-day oversight to a Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
During a solicitation, a program manager tells you they want additional features added. This has no legal effect until the Contracting Officer issues a formal modification. Only the CO can change contract terms.
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