Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the COR?

The responsibility of managing the overall contract budget is generally not within the scope of a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The COR's primary role is to oversee the contractor's performance to ensure compliance with the contract terms and specifications, which includes monitoring contract performance, reviewing contractor pricing, and assessing the reasonableness of proposals.

The management of the overall contract budget typically falls under the jurisdiction of the contracting officer, who has the authority to make financial determinations and is responsible for the overall financial management of the contract. The COR supports and facilitates the contract's execution and compliance but does not have the authority to manage or allocate budget funds. This distinction is crucial, as it delineates the COR’s responsibilities from the financial governance of the contract, which is retained by the contracting officer.