What is a federal contracting officer?

A contracting officer (CO) is a federal employee with the legal authority to enter into, administer, and terminate contracts on behalf of the U.S. government. Their authority is delegated through a Contracting Officer's Warrant.

How do contracting officers receive their authority?

COs receive a written warrant (SF-1402) from an agency Head of Contracting Activity (HCA), specifying the dollar threshold and contract types they are authorized to award. Warrants are issued only after FAC-C certification.

What's the difference between a PCO, ACO, and TCO?

A Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO) awards contracts. An Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) manages contracts after award. A Termination Contracting Officer (TCO) handles terminations for convenience or default.

How can I see which contracts a specific CO has issued?

Each officer profile lists active and historical awards, available here. You can filter by NAICS, fiscal year, contract type, and award size on any officer's detail page.

How often is this directory updated?

The directory is refreshed daily. New officers typically appear within 24 hours.

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