What is one COR responsibility when processing an invoice?

Verifying receipt in quantity and quality is a critical responsibility of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) when processing an invoice. This task ensures that the goods or services billed were indeed delivered as per the agreement. The COR is tasked with confirming that the specs outlined in the contract have been met, which includes checking that the correct amount of items has been received and determining whether those items meet the required standards of quality.

This verification is fundamental to the invoicing process because it directly impacts the justification for payment. If the receipt of goods or services is not verified, a contract could be paid improperly for substandard or insufficient items, leading to non-compliance and potential legal issues.

Other responsibilities related to processing invoices do not fall within the scope of the COR's role, such as negotiating pricing changes, which usually falls under contract management, or tracking shipments, which is typically the responsibility of logistics personnel. Authorizing payments without checks is also not permissible, as proper checks and balances must always be maintained to ensure financial integrity.