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The descriptions of Acquisition Roles appear below.

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Category Role Abbrev. Description
Acquisition Acquisition Manager AM Has primary responsibility for managing the acquisition of products from suppliers. Works with procurement personnel to determine the acquisition type and selection criteria, establish and maintain formal agreements with suppliers, monitor supplier perfo
Acquisition Assistant Technical Representative ATR Supports the COTR in performing the Acquisition processes, selection of a supplier, and other duties as assigned by the COTR.
Acquisition Contract Specialist CS Supports the CO in performing the Acquisition Planning process, selection of a supplier, writing the contract agreement, and other duties as assigned by the CO.
Acquisition Contracting Officer CO Responsible for addressing contract (legal) issues, determining acquisition type, managing selection of suppliers, establishing and maintaining formal agreements with suppliers, and directing a supplier to perform.
Acquisition Contracting Officer's Technical Representative COTR Accepts from the CO the delegation of contract-related responsibilities. Advises the CO on the selection of a supplier. Participates in writing of the contract, monitoring and evaluating the contractor performance. Reports to management on project progre

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