i. Modify lease as necessary based on refinement of project activity and provide
written notification to all appropriate parties.
j. Administer all escalations as provided for in the lease and coordinate
payments with the appropriate office.
k. Enforce the lease contract including direct notification to the lessor or his/her
designated representative of any instance of failure to deliver services,
maintenance or utilities in accordance with your obligations under the lease.
l. Exercise authority to take corrective action for the lessor's failure to deliver
services, maintenance, or utilities including authorizing rental deductions.
m. Issue the final decision on disputes arising between the lessor and the
Government.
3. This delegation does not authorize you to take any other actions, including but not
limited to the following:
a. Terminate the lease contract in whole or in part.
This shall remain the
responsibility of the Contracting Officer (CO).
b. Change the general terms and conditions of the lease, which are outside the
scope of the lease.
c. Re-delegate the authority granted herein, except in conjunction with COR and
COTR assignments.
4. This delegation shall remain in effect throughout the lease life unless sooner revoked
in writing by the CO or by your reassignment.
5. The CO must be notified immediately of any problem areas noted in the performance
of this lease.
The administration of this contract must be performed in accordance with all
applicable federal laws and regulations governing contract administration, including but
not limited to, 48 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 3, Improper Business Practices and
Personal Conflicts of Interest.
6. Questions concerning this delegation may be addressed to Project Manager,
_____________, at 202-565-XXX.
Sincerely,
SAMPLE LETTER DELEGATING AUTHORITY AS ACO -- 2 of 3