Contract Officer

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
CO
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑnˌtrækt ˈɔfɪsər/
Category
Governmental
Related Field
FDA

Examples in Context

  1. Changes clause : A clause in a contract giving a contracting officer the right to make unilateral changes to a contract, provided that the changes are within the general scope of the contract.
  2. This knowledge can be applied as a corporate contract specialist, a procurement officer for the armed forces, an apartment property manager, and many other positions.
  3. Amendments modifying or extending the Contract shall be binding upon both parties only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized officer or representative of each party.
  4. Also, when a proposed contract involves either R & D or supplies and materials, in addition to construction or architect-engineer work, the contracting officer shall use the basic clause.

Other meanings of CO