(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) 'Change order' means a written order that: (1) is signed by the procurement officer; and (2) directs the contractor to make changes that the procurement contract authorizes the procurement officer to order without the consent of the contractor. (c) 'Contract modification' means a written alteration that: (1) affects specifications, delivery point, date of delivery, period of performance, price, quantity, or other provisions of a procurement contract; and (2) is accomplished by mutual action of the parties to the procurement contract. (d) 'Cost-reimbursement contract' means a procurement contract under which the State reimburses a contractor for fees and other costs that are: (1) recognized as allowable and allocable under the regulations of the Board on price and cost principles; and (2) within a stated ceiling.
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