CFCM

The Acquisition Team consists of the head of the agency, the head of contracting authority (HCA), the contracting officer (CO), the contracting officer representative (COR), and those approved by statute or authorized to make micro-purchases. True or False?

False. The Acquisition Team consists of ALL participants in a government acquisition, including not only representatives of the technical, supply and procurement communities, but also the customers they serve and the contractors who provide the products and services.

When a termiation for default stems from the contractor's failure to perform or to make progress so as to endanger performance of the contract, the contracting officer need only send a notice of termination. True or False?

False. The CO must first issue a cure/show-cause notice and allow the contractor at least 10 days to fix the problem.

For a fixed-price contract, the TCO shall allow profit on preparations made and work done by the contractor for the terminated portion of the contract, as well as on the settlement expenses. True or False?

False. The TCO shall allow profit on preparations made and work done by the contractor for the terminated portion of the contract, BUT NOT on the settlement expenses

Simplified acquisition thresholds are not aggregated, and do not include the costs/pricing associated with options. True or False?

False. The aggregate value of the overall award, including options contribute to the simplified acquisition thresholds.

In a commercial acquisition, the contractor/subcontractor must develop detailed quality assurance systems to meet government inspection and testing requirements. True or False?

False. The contractor/subcontractor is to rely on existing quality assurance systems as a substitute for government inspection and testing requirements.

The extent of contract quality requirements, including contractor inspection, required under a contract shall usually be based upon the dollar amount of the contract, with procurements above CAS receiving the highest level of rigor. True or False?

False. The extent of contract quality requirements, including contractor inspection, required under a contract shall usually be based upon the classification of the contract item (supply or service) as determined by its technical description, its complexity, and criticality of its application.

The CO may negotiate a price or fee that exceeds statutory limitations for experimental, developmental, or research work performed under a cost-plus-fixed-fee contract. True or False?

False. The fee shall not exceed 15% of the contract's estimated cost, excluding fee.

In a commercial acquisition, the government maintains the right to use, modify, reproduce, release, perform, display or disclose computer software data rights and licenses that are not customarily provided to the public. True or False?

False. The government shall only have rights as specified in the license.

The monetary limitation placed on an unpriced purchase order, either for each line item or for the total order, does not need to be accurate or realistic since it is merely a placeholder for an obligation that is subject to adjustment when the firm price is established. True or False?

False. The monetary limitation must be realistic, although subject to adjustment.

For a Fixed-Price contract, the settlement should compensate the contractor fairly for the work done and the preparations made for the terminated portions of the contract, excluding any allowance for profit. True or False?

False. The settlement should compensate the contractor fairly for the work done and the preparations made for the terminated portions of the contract, INCLUDING A REASONABLE allowance for profit.

The CO's decisions for acquisitions at or below the simplified acquisition threshold are always subject to review if the CO does not award, or set aside an acquisition for a small business concern. True or False?

False. They are NOT subject to review.

Similar to the FAR, acquisition-related dollar thresholds established by the Construction Wage Rates Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act), the Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965), or the U.S. Trade Representative pursuant to the authority of the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 are subject to the U.S.C. statute regarding escalation. True or False?

False. They are NOT subject to the U.S.C. statute regarding escalation that governs the FAR.

Contracting officers below the level of a head of contracting activity shall be selected based on tenure. True or False?

False. They shall be appointed.

For classified bids, the bid opening officer personally and publically opens all bids received, reads the bids aloud to those present, and ensures that bids are recorded. True or False?

False. This describes UNCLASSIFIED bids. Only a bidder or its representative may attend a classified bid opening, and the individual must have the appropriate security clearance.

Determinations and findings may only be executed for an individual contract action, as class determinations and findings are prohibited. True or False?

False. Unless otherwise prohibited, determinations and findings may be executed for classes of contract actions.

Unsolicited proposals for changes to the FAR will not be considered. True or False?

False. Unsolicited proposals for changes may be submitted for consideration.

The use of warranty is mandatory in all government contracts for supplies and services. True or False?

False. Warranty is NOT mandatory.

Individuals delegated micro-purchase authority must be appointed on an SF 1402 Certificate of Appointment. True or False?

False. While individuals delegated micro-purchase authority need not be appointed on an SF 1402, they must be appointed in writing.

Acquisition officials are allowed to break down requirements that, in aggregate (including options), exceed the micro-purchase or simplified acquisition threshold into smaller purchases in order to permit the use of the simplified acquisition procedures, or to avoid the requirements of purchases greater than these thresholds. True or False?

False. You cannot break-down or split the aggregate requirement. Options must always be included.

FAR 19.101 gives an explanation of terms. In particular, it focuses on a wide variety of control issues that deal with whether to count "subsidiaries" for size determination purposes. True or False?

False. it focuses on a wide variety of control issues that deal with whether to count "AFFILIATES" for size determination purposes.

If the HCA (head of contracting activity) waives the requirement for submission of certified cost or pricing data, award to any lower-tier subcontract expected to exceed the certified cost or pricing threshold does not require certified cost or pricing data either. True or False?

False.

Oral RFP's relieve the contracting officer from complying with other FAR requirements. True or False?

False.

The head of contracting authority (HCA) can verbally waive certified cost or pricing data requirements. True or False?

False.

The sporadic, unauthorized supervision of only one of a large number of contractor employees might be considered a personal services contract. True or False?

False.

A change in size of a business may change the terms and conditions of the contract. True or False?

False. A change in size of a business DOES NOT change the terms and conditions of the contract.

Supplies or services under a contract conditioned upon the availability of funds can be accepted with the expectation that funds will eventually be available. True or False?

False. A contract conditioned upon the availability of funds CANNOT be accepted until after the CO has given notice that funds are available.

A protest may not be made orally. True or False?

False. A protest may be made orally if it is confirmed in writing either within the five day period or by letter postmarked no later than one business day after oral protest.

Contract financing is intended to be self-liquidating through contract performance; consequently, agencies may finance contractor working capital, including the expansion of contractor-owned facilities or acquisitions of fixed assets. True or False?

False. Agencies may finance contractor working capital, BUT NOT the expansion of contractor-owned facilities or acquisitions of fixed assets.

Agencies shall resolve any dispute between labor and contractor management, as well as facilitate conciliation, mediation, and/or arbitration of a labor dispute. True or False?

False. Agencies shall REMAIN IMPARTIAL concerning any labor dispute, and NOT undertake the conciliation, mediation, etc

Discounts for prompt payment may be taken only when payments are made within the discount period specified by the contract or solicitation. True or False?

False. Discounts for prompt payment may be taken only when payments are made within the discount period specified by the CONTRACTOR.

Before executing a contract, the contracting officer must obtain written assurance from the Banking and Finance Committee that adequate funds are available or expressly condition the contract upon the availability of funds. True or False?

False. Must obtain written assurance from the "responsible fiscal authority"

In a non-commercial items purchase, offerors may propose any method of contract financing as long as it is in accordance with FAR Part 32.1. True or False?

False. Offerors may propose only the customary contract financing specified in the solicitation.

The CO must check whether the apparently successful offeror filed all the required eligibility documents, and request discussions if any documents are missing. True or False?

False. The CO must check whether the apparently successful offeror filed all the required eligibility documents, and file a status protest if any documents are missing.

Fees that may be payable if an incentive is used in conjunction with at subcontracting plan are prohibited. True or False?

False. The CO shall determine any fee that may be payable if an incentive is used in conjunction with the subcontracting plan, and shall ensure that an acceptable plan is incorporated into and made a material part of the contract.

The Section 8(a) program is named after the FAR Clause that authorized it. True or False?

False. The Section 8(a) program is named after the section of the SMALL BUSINESS ACT that authorized it.

The contracting officer may treat the contractor's need for contract financing as a handicap in making the contract award, e.g., as a responsibility factor or evaluation criterion, when determining if the offeror meets the standards prescribed for responsible prospective contractors at FAR 9.104. True or False.

False. The contracting officer may NOT treat the contractor's need for contract financing as a handicap AS LONG AS the offeror meets the standards prescribed for responsible prospective contractors at FAR 9.104.

The contracting officer shall notify the SBA procurement center representative of the opportunity of the proposed contract (including the plan and supporting documentation) and shall suspend all contract actions until a response is received, whether timely or not. True or False?

False. The contracting officer shall notify the SBA procurement center representative of the opportunity of the proposed contract (including the plan and supporting documentation) and shall provide the representative a reasonable time to review the material and submit advisory recommendations. BUT failure of the SBA representative to respond in a reasonable period of time SHALL NOT DELAY contract award.

Unless exempted, any contract that exceeds the TINA threshold requires the prime contractor to agree that SB, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, SDB, and WOSB shall have maximum practicable opportunity to participate in contract performance consistent with its efficient performance. True or False?

False. Unless exempted, any contract that exceeds the SIMPLIFIED AQUISITION THRESHOLD (SAT) requires the prime contractor to agree that SB, VOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, SDB, and WOSB shall have maximum practicable opportunity to participate in contract performance consistent with it efficient performance.

A class of acquisitions, including construction, may be partially set aside. True or False?

False. A class of acquisitions, NOT including construction, may be partially set aside. (So, YES, a class of acquisitions may be partially set aside. Not to include construction).

The contracting officers verbal authorization for the contractor to purchase from government sources constitutes consent. True or False?

False. Must be WRITTEN authorization.

The SBA will request additional discussions if a protest does not contain the specific grounds of the protest. True or False?

False. The SBA will dismiss any protest that does not contain specific grounds for the protest.

The contracting officer shall consider SDVOSB set-asides before considering competitive bids between differing small business concerns. True or False?

False. The contracting officer shall consider SDVOSB set-asides before considering SDVOSB SOLE SOURCE AWARDS.

The purpose of the WOSB program is to ensure WOSB concerns are represented similarly to those who are disadvantaged, disabled, or in historically underutilized areas. True or False?

False. The purpose of the WOSB program is to ensure WOSB concerns have an equal opportunity to participate in federal contracting and to assist agencies in meeting their WOSB goals.

The signing of contracts, modifications, the exercise of options and other such actions may form the basis for a performance-based payment. True or False?

False. The signing of contracts, modifications, the exercise of options and other such actions may NOT form the basis for a performance-based payment.

The Federal Acquisition System was established for the codification and publication of uniform policies and procedures for acquisition by all legislative agencies. True or False?

False. " . . .for acquisition by all EXECUTIVE agencies."

A responsible approach for determining profit or fee pre-negotation objectives provide a discipline for ensuring that all relevant factors are considered. True or False?

False. A "Structured" approach.

Under the simplified acquisition procedures a CO may solicit quotations based on personal preference, or restrict solicitations to suppliers of well-known and widely distributed makes or brands. True or False?

False. A CO must NOT solicit quotations based on personal preference, or restrict solicitations to suppliers of well-known and widely distributed makes or brands.

A commercial item may have modifications of a type that are customarily available in the commercial marketplace, but may not have modifications of a type not customarily available in the commercial marketplace even if those modifications are made to meet federal government requirements. True or False?

False. A commercial item may also have modifications of a type not customarily available in the commercial marketplace specifically if those modifications are made to meet federal government requirements.

A voucher, invoice, or other routine request for payment that is not in dispute when submitted is still considered, for legal purposes, a claim. True or False?

False. A voucher, invoice, or other routine request for payment that is not in dispute is NOT a claim.

If a policy, procedure, strategy or practice is in the best interest of the government and is not specifically addressed in the FAR or prohibited by law, executive order or regulation, government members should assume it is prohibited until receipt of approval from the head of contracting authority (HCA). True or False?

False. Absence of direction should be interpreted as permitting the team to innovate and use sound business judgement that is consistent with law and within the limits of their authority.

The offeror of an unsolicited proposal must provide instruction on how agencies can duplicate, use or disclose information from the unsolicted proposal. True or False?

False. Agencies shall establish control procedures, not the offeror.

Agencies will generally require contractors to establish property management systems that are seperate from the contractor's established procedures, practices and systems used to account for and manage contractor-owned property. True or False?

False. Agencies will NOT generally require contractors . . .

A non-developmental item of supply being produced that does not meet the defined requirements of being a non-developmental item of supply solely because it is not in use yet cannot be considered a commercial item. True or False?

False. Although not in use, if the item meets the non-developmental items definitions it is a commercial/non-developmental item.

Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) may not be established with more than one supplier for supplies or services of the same type, as it increases administrative cost and decreases opportunities for small business. True or False?

False. BPAs may be established with one or more suppliers for supplies or services of the same type to provide maximum practicable competition.

Bid samples are used both to determine the responsiveness of the bid as well as to determine a bidder's ability to produce the required items. True or False?

False. Bid samples WILL BE USED ONLY to determine the responsiveness of the bid AND WILL NOT BE USED to determine a bidder's ability to produce the required items.

Bidders shall be required to furnish bid samples even if there are characteristics of the product that cannot be described adequately in the specification or purchase description. True or False?

False. Bidders shall not be required to furnish bid samples UNLESS there are characteristics of the product that cannot be described adequately in the specification or purchase description

When an invitation is cancelled, bids that have been received may still be recorded for future evaluation and consideration. True or False?

False. Bids that have been received shall be returned unopened and a notice of cancellation sent to all prospective bidders whom invitations we issued.

Bids will be rejected as "not technically viable" if the sample fails to conform to the characteristics listed in the invitation. True or False?

False. Bids will be rejected as "NONRESPONSIVE" if the sample fails to conform to the characteristics listed in the invitation.

CO's should defer the head of the agency or head of contracting authority to take the lead in encouraging business process innovation and ensuring sound business decisions are made. True or False?

False. CO's have the authority to take the lead.

COs are required to solicit new quotations for each purchase, rather than using standing price quotations to ensure that pricing is current and that the government obtains the maximum benefit of any discounts before award. True or False?

False. COs do NOT need to solicit new quotations for each purpose, but MAY use a standing quote as long as it is current.

COs should incorporate provisions and clauses by full text on the face of the solicitation and/or purchase order, provided the requirements of 52.102 are satisfied. True or False?

False. COs should incorporate provisions and clauses by REFERENCE.

Civilian agencies, including NASA, must furnish a copy of each approved class deviation to the FAR secretariat. True or False?

False. Civilian agencies, OTHER THAN NASA, must furnish a copy of each approved class deviation to the FAR secretariat.

Contracting officers may enter into contracts prior to finalizing requirements of law, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures, including clearances and approvals, provided the contract will be in place in time to satisfy delivery requirements. True or False?

False. Contracting officers SHALL NOT enter into contracts UNLESS ALL requirements of law, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures, including clearances and approvals HAVE BEEN MET.

Descriptive Literature includes both information required to determine acceptability of product as well as other information such as bidder qualifications in operating and maintaining equipment. True or False?

False. Descriptive Literature includes ONLY information required to determine acceptability of product. NOT other information such as bidder qualifications in operating and maintaining equipment.

As determined by the head of the agency, a contract that is awarded sole source to facilitate defense against or recovery from a nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack, that normally is not defined as a commercial item under FAR 2.101, may be treated as a commercial acquisition and is always exempt from cost accounting standards and/or certified cost and pricing data requirements. True or False?

False. Exempt up to $19 million. Anything over $19 million is not exempt.

FAR Part 37 for Service Contracting only applies to specific contract types and services specified within FAR Part 37. True or False?

False. FAR Part 37 for Service Contracting applies to all contracts and orders for services regardless of the contract type or kind of service being acquired.

FAR Part 49 Termination of contracts applies similarly to FAR Part 12 Commercial Item Contracts and FAR Part 15 Negotiated Contracts. True or False.

False. Far Part 49 does not apply to commercial item contracts awarded using FAR Part 12, however, Part 49 provides guidance which may be followed unless inconsistent with the commercial marketplace or with other parts of the FAR.

Unreasonable price determinations in sealed bids are specific to the total price of the bid, not individual line items or "materially unbalanced" line items. True or False.

False. Includes all: total price, individual line item pricing, and materially unbalanced line items.

Debriefings shall only be done in writing. True or False?

False. May be done orally, in writing, or any other method acceptable to the CO.

Modular contracting is intended to reduce risk of technical obsolescence and decrease dependencies between a new project and other project systems while meeting the governments need for timely access to rapidly changing technology.

False. Modular contracting is intended to reduce PROGRAM risk and INCENTIVIZE contract performance while meeting the governments need for timely access to rapidly changing technology.

Multi-year contracting may not be used in sealed bidding, rather, only when contracting by negotiation. True or False?

False. Multi-year contracting may be used in sealed bidding OR contracting by negotiation.

A contract can be subject to both The Service Contract Labor Standards statue (Service Contract Act) and the The Construction Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act). True or False?

False. Must be one or the other. The Service Contract Labor Standards statue (Service Contract Act)--SOLELY for dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements The Construction Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act)--For demolition, or removal of improvements that will result in further construction, alteration, or repair of a public building, even if by separate contract

The use of Standard Form (SF) 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items is mandatory for commercial acquisitions exceeding the SAT. True or False?

False. Not madatory but encouraged.

In a commercial acquisition, agencies shall require offerors to propose their single best product that will meet government needs. True or False?

False. Offerors can propose more than one product, but each product is evaluated as a seperate offer.

The governmentwide commercial card can be used by any government employee to pay for supplies, services or construction. True or False?

False. Only for use by COs and other "designated individuals" authorized by law or regulation.

Options may not be included in solicitations, even when the requirements of FAR 17.2 are met and the aggregate value of the acquisition and all options does not exceed the dollar threshold for use of the simplified acquisition procedures. True or False?

False. Options MAY be included, PROVIDED the requirements of FAR 17.2 are met AND the aggregate value of the acquisition and all options does not exceed the dollar threshold for use of the simplified acquisition procedures.

Oral presentations are not subject to the same restrictions as written information, regarding timing and content. True or False?

False. Oral presentations ARE subject to the same restrictions.

Past performance is not required in a commercial acquisition. True or False?

False. Past performance is an important element of every evaluation and award for commercial items.

If the same item is under contract with both a large and small business and it becomes necessary to terminate for convenience part of the units, prefence will be given to continue performance of the large business. True or False.

False. Preference will be given to the small business over the large unless it is not in the government's best interest.

Purchases at or below the micro-purchase threshold do not require the purchaser to be authorized and trained pursuant to agency procedures or otherwise. True or False?

False. Purchasers must always be authorized.

Commercial items do not include installation services, maintenance services, repair services and training services, even if such services are procured for support of an item determined to be commercial. True or False?

False. Services are included in the commercial items clause if in support of a commercial item.

Giving an order for a specific article or service, with the right to reject the finished product or result, is the type of supervision or control that converts an individual who is an independent contractor (such as a contractor employee) into a government employee. True or False?

False. Statement should be ". . . is NOT the type of supervision or control that converts an individual who is an independent contractor . . ."

A HUBZone small business concern must meet the criteria at the time of its initial offer and at the time of award. True or False.

True

A bid sample is a sample to be furnished by a bidder to show the characteristics of a product offered in a bid. True or False?

True

A commercial item can include advances in technology or performance that is not yet available in the commercial marketplace, but will be available in the commercial marketplace in time to satisfy the delivery requirements. True or False?

True

A contractor acting in good faith may rely on the written representation of its subcontractor regarding the subcontractor's status as a SB, SDB, VOSB, SDVOSB, or WOSB. True or False?

True

A sealed bid may be withdrawn or modified by written or telegraphic notice no later than the exact time set for bid opening. True or False?

True

After determining that a blanket purchase order (BPA) would be advantageous, COs should establish the parameters to limit purchases to individual items or commodity groups or classes, or permit the supplier to furnish unlimited supplies or services. True or False?

True

After discussions, an offeror originally in the competitive range that is no longer considered to be among the most highly rated offerors being considered for award can be eliminated from the competitive range? True or False?

True

Contractors and subcontractors at all tiers shall be required to incorporate commercial items or non-developmental items as components of items delivered to the government to the maximum extent practicable. True or False?

True

If a significant cost increase could result from a contract modification and time does not permit negotiation of a price, at least a ceiling price shall be negotiated unless impractical. True or False?

True

If there is more than one prospective subcontractor for any given work, the prime contractor need only submit the certified cost or pricing data of the subcontractor most likely to receive the award. True or False?

True

Imprest Fund and Third Party Drafts are normally placed orally and without soliciting competition if prices are considered reasonable. True or False?

True

In general, all provisions that apply to commercial items also apply to commercially available off-the-shelf items. True or False?

True

In the case of small business concerns, notification shall also indicate if a small business concern was awarded. True or False?

True

Interagency acquisitions are commonly conducted through indefinite-delivery contracts, such as task-and-delivery order contracts. True or False?

True

Novation Agreement and Change-of-Name Agreement are synonymous agreements. True or False?

True

Once incorporated in a contract, wage determinations remain effective for the ife of the contract unless the contracting officer exercises an option and extends the term of the contract. True or False?

True

Only clauses identified at FAR 52.244-6 are required to be in subcontracts for commercial items or commercial components. True or False?

True

Oral presentations by offerors as requested by the government may substitute for, or augment, written information. True or False?

True

SF 44 Purchase Order-Invoice-Voucher may also be used as a receiving report, invoice, or public voucher if needed. True or False?

True

The CO that entered into the BPA shall maintain an awareness of changes in market conditions, sources of supply, and other pertinent factors that may warrant making new arrangements with different suppliers or modifying existing arrangements. True or False?

True

The government is normally required to obtain its employees by direct hire under competitive appointment or other procedures required by the civil service laws. Obtaining personal services by contract, rather than by direct hire, circumvents those laws unless Congress has specifically authorized acquisition of the services by contract. True or False?

True

The government wil not relieve the contractor of liability for loss or damage to the contract end-item itself, except for high-value items. True or False?

True

The purpose of small business set-asides is to award certain acquisitions exclusively to small business concerns. True or False?

True

The requirement to exclusively reserve acquisitions for small business concerns that have an anticipated dollar value exceeding the micro-purchase threshold, but not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold does not preclude the contracting officer from awarding the contract to a small business under the 8(a) Program, HubZone Program, SDVOSB Program, or WOSB Program. True or False?

True

The term contracting officer includes certain authorized representatives of the CO acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the CO, such as the administrative contracting officer (ACO) or the termination contracting officer (TCO). True or False?

True

The value and size of a modification and the comparative value and size of the final product are factors to be considered in determining if a modification is considered minor. True or False?

True

There is no order of precedence among the 8(a) Program, HubZone Program, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Procurement Program, or the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program. True or False?

True

Using Fast Payment procedures, the title of supplies passes to the government upon delivery to a post-office, common carrier, or point of first receipt by the government. True or False?

True

When obtaining oral quotes that will result in a purchase order, the CO shall inform the quoter of the EFT clause that will be in the resulting purchase order. True or False?

True

Sealed bidding can only be used with firm-fixed-price and fixed-price with economic price adjustment contracts. True or False?

True, as a sealed bid considers only price and price related factors.

A HUBZone small business concern must appear on the List of Qualified HUBZone Small Business Concerns in order to represent itself as a HUBZone small business concern. True or False?

True.

A bid must comply with all material aspects of the invitation to be considered for award. True or False?

True.

A contract to be awarded to a WOSB shall not be awarded until all required documents are received. True or False?

True.

A quotation is not an offer, and consequently, cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. True or False?

True.

Agencies may use modular contracting to acquire both major and non-major systems of information technology. True or False?

True.

Agencies must pay interest for late payments or improperly taken discounts for prompt payment. True or False?

True.

Agency acquisition regulations shall be limited to those necessary to implement FAR policy and procedures within the agency and additional policies, procedures, solicitation provisions, or contract clauses that supplement the FAR to satisfy the specific needs of the agency. True or False?

True.

Agency and public comments will be sought for significant changes to the FAR, and where it is deemed beneficial, public meetings may be held. True or False?

True.

Because of program requirements and the unusal (sometimes unique) nature of the work performed under management and operating contracts, the government is often limited in its ability to effect competition or replace a contractor. True or False?

True.

COs should include related items (such as small hardware items or spare parts for vehicles) in one solicitation and make award on an "all-or-none" or "multiple award" basis, provided suppliers are so advised when offers are requested. True or False?

True.

COs should make maximum effort to obtain trade and prompt payment discounts, although prompt payment discounts shall not be considered in the evaluation of quotations. True or False?

True.

Contract modifications, including changes that could be issued unilaterally, shall be priced before their execution if this can be done without adversely affecting the interest of the government. True or False?

True.

Contracts may be awarded to the SBA for performance by eligible 8(a) firms on either a sole source or competitive basis. True or False?

True.

Contracts other than cost-reimbursement, time-and-materials, labor-hour, or fixed price contracts should include Alternate I to FAR 52.245-1, Government Property, which holds the contractor liable for loss of government property, except for reasonable wear and tear in perforning the contract. True or False?

True.

Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise. True or False?

True.

Except for the warranties in the clauses at FAR 52.246-3, Inspection of Supplies-Cost Reimbursement, and FAR 52.246-8, Inspection of Research and Development-Cost Reimbursement, the contracting officer shall not include warranties in cost-reimbursement contracts. True or False?

True.

Expiration dates are required for Class D&Fs, but optional for individual D&F. True or False?

True.

For a cost reimbursement contract, termination clauses provide for the settlement of costs and fee. True or False?

True.

For a fixed-price contract, anticipatory profits and consequential damages shall not be allowed. True or False?

True.

Generally, contractors are not held liable for loss of government property under cost-reimbursement, time-and-materials, labor-hour,or fixed price contracts awarded on the basis of certified cost or pricing data in accordance with 52.245-1, Government Property. True or False?

True.

If a contractor failed to indicate a need for contract financing before the contract was awarded, it does not disqualify them from seeking contract financing after award. True or False?

True.

If different products or services are required in the same solicitation, the solicitation shall identify the appropriate small business size for each product or service. The COs determination is final unless appealed. True or False?

True.

If different products or services are required in the same solicitation, the solicitation shall identify the appropriate small business size for each product or service. True or False?

True.

If it is standard market practice for some commercial items to include buyer contract financing, the CO may offer government financing in accordance with FAR Part 32. True or False?

True.

If the contractor has an approved purchasing system, consent is required for subcontracts specifically identified by the CO in the subcontracts clause of the contract. True or False?

True.

If the contractor is a small business concern, the contractors receipt of a Certificate of Competency from the Small Business Administration has no bearing on the contractor's need for or entitlement to contract financing. True or False?

True.

In a commercial acquisition, the CO shall assume the data was developed exclusively at private expense. True or False?

True.

In a commercial acquisition, the government acquires only the technical data and the rights in that data that are provided to the general public with the commercial item. True or False?

True.

In a simplified acquisition, the CO has broad discretion in fashioning suitable evaluations procedures, and at the COs discretion, one or more, but not necessarily all, of the evaluation procedures in FAR parts 14 and 15 may be used. True or False?

True.

In some agencies, a relatively small number of high-level officials are designated contracting officers solely by virtue of their positions. True or False?

True.

In the case of equal low bids, if two or more bidders remain equally eligible for award, award shall be made by a drawing by lot limited to those bidders. True or False?

True.

No-cost settlements may be effected in lieu of termination only when it is known that the contractor will accept one, government-furnished property ws not furnished, and there are no outstanding payments/debts due the government or other contractor obligations. True or False.

True.

Proposal evaluation may be conducted using any rating method or combination of methods. True or False?

True.

Solicitations under a set-aside shall contain the appropriate provisions prescribed in FAR Part 19, and require information substantially identical to those provisions to be given to potential quoters regardless of whether the solicitation is written or oral. True or False?

True.

The CO must reject as nonresponsive those bids conditioned on progress payments when the solicitation did not provide for progress payments. True or False?

True.

The COR has no authority to make any commitments or changes that affect price, quality, quantity, delivery, or other terms and conditions of the contract. True or False?

True.

The contracting officer has the authority to waive the requirement for descriptive literature. True or False?

True.

The contracting officer may make an award if only one acceptable offer is received from a qualified WOSB/EDWOSB concern. True or False?

True.

The government will generally act as a self-insurer by relieving contractors of liability for loss of or damage to proprty of the government that occurs after acceptance of supplies delivered or service performed under a contract and results from defects or deficiencies in the supplies or services. True or False?

True.

The governmentwide commercial purchase card is the preferred method to purchase and pay for micro-purchases. True or False?

True.

The relatively continuous government supervision of a substantial number of contractor employess could, depending on the circumstances, be a personal services contract. True of False?

True.

Under FAR 32.2 for Commercial Item Purchase Financing, contract financing can be a subject included in the market research conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10 to determine the extent to which other buyers provide contract financing, the level of financing normally provided, the basis for and frequency of payments, methods of liquidation of contract financing payments, and any special or unusual payment terms applicable to delivery payments. True or False?

True.

Under certain specified conditions, partial set-asides may be used in conjunction with multiyear contracting procedures. True or False?

True.

Unless precluded by law, executive order, or regulation, deviations from the FAR may be granted to meet specific needs and requirements of each agency. True or False?

True.

When a termination for default stems from failure to make delivery of supplies or perform services within the time specified in the contract, the contracting officer need only send a notice of termination. True or False?

True.

FAR 12.4 provides guidance on tailoring specific paragraphs in 52.212-4 "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items," when the paragraphs do not reflect the customary practice, as well as guidance on administration when terms differ substantially from those contained elsewhere in the FAR. True or False?

True. Guidance and statutory requirements are what we get from 52.212-4 "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items,"

Each numbered unit of segment (e.g., part, subpart, section, etc.) of an agency acquisition regulation that is codified in the CFR shall begin with the chapter number. However, the chapter number assigned in the FAR will NOT be included in the numbered units or segment of the FAR. True or False?

True. The FAR adheres to a specific numbering scheme in the arrangement of its regulations. Each clause is divided, as necessary, into a part, subpart, section, subsection, and is further subdivided as needed with alpha-numeric subdivisions. The specific details regarding the numbering system are described in FAR 1.150-2

For all practical purposes, written terms and/or clauses are not required for purchases using imprest funds or third part drafts because there is simultaneous placement of the order and delivery, similar to any "daily transaction," however, the Standard Form (SF) 1165 Receipt for Cash--Sub-voucher prescribed at 13.307(e) may be used if a written order is necessary. True or False?

True. The forms at 13.307(e) are an SF 1165 Receipt for Cash--Sub-voucher. Not likely to need to know this. Do know SF 44.

What is it called if two or more responsible offerors, competing independently, submit priced offers that satisfy the governments expressed requirements? a. adequate price competition b. prices set by law or regulation c. Commercial items per FAR 2.101 d. all of the above. e. a and c only

a. adequate price competition F

Requests by, or for the benefit of, foreign governments or international organizations to use government property shall be processed in accordance with a. agency procedures. b. the best judgment of the CO. c. the approval of the HCA. d. the contract/subcontract terms and conditions.

a. agency procedures.

Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) do not apply to contracts and subcontracts for the acquisition of commercial items unless the contract provides for a. an economic price adjustment based on actual costs incurred b. performance-based payments and electronic funds transfer payments c. cost-plus fixed-fee contracting terms d. minor modifications

a. an economic price adjustment based on actual costs incurred (FAR 12.214)

The System for Award Management (SAM) should be used by COs a. as the primary source for vendor information b. to search for previously proposed prices and past performance data c. as a way to publically document government procurements d. all of the above

a. as the primary source for vendor information

Prior to requesting that another agency conduct an acquisition on its behalf, the requesting agency shall make a determination that the use of this this acquisition method is the best approach. a. assisted acquisitions b. direct acquisitions c. leader company acquisition d. option

a. assisted acquisitions

This type of wage determination is based on prevailing wage rates within a specified geographical area with no expiration date. a. general. b. project c. direct d. indirect

a. general.

A contract end-item that has a high unit cost (normally exceeding $100,000 per unit) such as an aircraft, an engine, a communication system, etc., and is designated by the contracting officer as a(n) a. high-value item b. off-the-shelf item c. commercial item. d. nondevelopmental item.

a. high-value item

Contracts do not include the following: i. grants ii. purchase orders, under which the contract becomes effective by written acceptance or performance iii. bilateral instruments and/or bilateral contract modifications iv. cooperative agreements a. i and iv b. ii and iii c. i, ii, and iv d. i and iii

a. i and iv

When the FAR directs action (through verbs such as shall, must, or will) the CO is responsible for the action, unless another party is expressly cited. a. imperative sentences b. citations c. delegation of authority d. dollar thresholds

a. imperative sentences

Agencies making noncompetitive contract awards over $___________ totaling $____________ or more a year are required to use a structured approach for determining the profit or fee objective in those acquisitions that require cost analysis, and may prescribe specific exemptions for situations in which mandatory use of a structured approach would be clearly inappropriate. a. $100,000; $50 million b. $150,000; $13.5 million c. $750,000; $50 million d. $3,500; $750,000

a. $100,000; $50 million

The micro-purchase threshold is $3,500; except for acquisitions of construction subject to the Construction Wage Rates Requirement statute (Davis-Bacon Act), in which the micro-purchase threshold is a. $2,000 b. $2,500 c. $20,000 d. $30,000

a. $2,000

If no time is specified in the solicitation, at what time must the proposal be submitted? a. 4:30pm local time for the designated government office on the proposal due date. b. 4:30pm local time for the offeror on the proposal due date. c. 5pm local time for the designated government office on the proposal due date. d. Close of business for the designated government office on the proposal due date.

a. 4:30pm local time for the designated government office on the proposal due date.

For architect-engineer services for public works or utilities, the contract price or the estimated cost and fee for production and delivery of designs, plans drawings and specifications shall not exceed ________ percent of the estimated cost of construction of the public work or utility, excluding fees. a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 15

a. 6

For a cost reimbursement contract, when a contract is completely terminated, the contractor may continue to use a voucher for expenses for up to ___________ months. This voucher must be submitted within _________year(s) of termination unless extended. a. 6, 1 b. 6, 2 c. 12, 1 d. 12, 2

a. 6, 1

At the conclusion of discussions, each offeror still in the competitive range shall be given the opportunity to submit what? a. A final proposal revision (FPR). b. A final request for proposal (RFP). c. A final request for information (RFI). d. none of the above

a. A final proposal revision (FPR).

As it is the least preferred method of contract financing, this method should not be authorized if other types of financing are reasonably available to the contractor, and is limited to contracts described in FAR 32.403. a. Advance Payment b. Progress Payment c. Prompt Payment d. Guaranteed

a. Advance Payment

To make negotiated equitable adjustments resulting from a change order, definitize letter contracts, and reflect other agreements modifying the terms and conditions. a. Bilateral contract modification b. Change order c. Task order d. Unilateral contract modification

a. Bilateral contract modification

This type of payment for commercial items purchases is for accepted supplies or services, including payments for accepted partial deliveries. a. Delivery Payment b. Commercial Interim Payment c. Commercial Advance Payment d. Loan Guarantee

a. Delivery Payment

What is the purpose of Cost Analysis? a. Evaluation of the reasonableness of individual cost elements when cost or pricing data are required. b. To find out if the source is considered to be a responsible offeror or contractor. c. To determine whether certified cost or pricing data is required d. To determine if the costs are commercial per FAR 2.101

a. Evaluation of the reasonableness of individual cost elements when cost or pricing data are required.

An EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program that has been certified by an SBA approved third party certifier, (which includes SBA certification under the 8(a) Program), must provide the following eligibility requirement documents EXCEPT: a. For EDWOSB concerns, in addition to the above, the SBA Form 413, Personal Financial Statement b. The third-party certification; c. SBA's WOSB Program Certification form (SBA Form 2413 for WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB Program and SBA Form 2414 for EDWOSB concerns); and d. The joint venture agreement, if applicable

a. For EDWOSB concerns, in addition to the above, the SBA Form 413, Personal Financial Statement

Contracts solely for dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements are subject to a. The Service Contract Labor Standards statue (Service Contract Act) b. The Construction Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act) c. review by the General Services Administration d. approval by the Secretary of Labor

a. The Service Contract Labor Standards statue (Service Contract Act)

Applicable to contracts in excess of $2,000 for construction, alteration, or repair, including painting and decorating, of public buildings and public works. a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards statute (Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act).

a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act)

Provides that no laborer or mechanic employed on the site shall receive less that prevailing wage rates as determined by the Secretary of Labor. a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards statute (Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act).

a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act)

Communications lead to the establishment of what? a. The competitive range b. Elimination criteria c. Bundling d. Cost targets

a. The competitive range

When might the government include a warranty clause? a. When the benefits to be derived from a warranty are commensurate with the cost of the warranty to the government. b. When the complexity of the product is too difficult for the government to ascertain defined acceptability criteria. c. On all contracts and solicitations at or below the SAT. d. all of the above.

a. When the benefits to be derived from a warranty are commensurate with the cost of the warranty to the government.

The act of an authorized representative of the government by which the government, for itself or as an agent of another, assumes ownership of existing identified supplies tendered or approves specific services rendered as partial or complete per performance of the contract. a. acceptance b. off-the-shelf item c. latent defect. d. patent defect

a. acceptance

None of the following is, in itself, sufficient cause for not setting aside an acquisition, EXCEPT: a. supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 but not over $150,000. b. a large percentage of previous contracts for the required item(s) have been placed with small business concerns c. the item is on a qualified products list d. a period of less than 30 days is available for receipt of offers.

a. acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 but not over $150,000.

Upon receipt of a change order, the contractor may not cease work but must rather comply with the change (i.e., the contractor has an obligation to proceed) EXCEPT a. in cost-reimbursement or incrementally funded contracts, the contract is not obligated beyond the limits of the Limitation of Cost clause or Limitation of Funds clause. b. in firm-fixed price contracts, the contract is not obligated beyond the limits of the Limitation of Cost clause or Limitation of Funds clause. c. in cost-plus or time and materials contracts the contract is not obligated beyond the limits of the Limitation of Cost clause or Limitation of Funds clause. d. all of the above

a. in cost-reimbursement or incrementally funded contracts, the contract is not obligated beyond the limits of the Limitation of Cost clause or Limitation of Funds clause.

Any type of information required to determine price reasonableness or cost realism that does not require offeror certification as accurate, complete and current in accordance with FAR 15.406-2 is a. information other than cost or pricing data b. uncertified cost or pricing data c. cost or pricing data d. market research

a. information other than cost or pricing data

It may include pricing, sales, or cost information. It includes cost or pricing for which certification is determined inapplicable after submission. What is it? a. information other than cost or pricing data b. uncertified cost or pricing data c. cost or pricing data d. market research

a. information other than cost or pricing data

An SF 1402 Certificate of Appointment includes a. limitations on the scope of authority to be exercised, other than limitations contained in applicable law or regulation. b. full contracting authority up to that of the head of the agency c. limitations as prescribed by the DoD and NASA. d. all of the above.

a. limitations on the scope of authority to be exercised, other than limitations contained in applicable law or regulation.

Determinations to make a set-aside may be joint. What does this mean? a. made by the SBA procurement center representative and concurred with by the CO b. made by the agency head and concurred with the SBA c. made by the HCA and concurred with by the CO d. made by the agency head and concurred with the HCA

a. made by the SBA procurement center representative and concurred with by the CO

The use of one or more contracts to acquire information technology systems in successive, interoperable increments. a. modular contracting b. secular contracting c. incremental contracting d. interoperable contracting.

a. modular contracting

A CO should use bulk funding to the maximum extent practicable since it is particularly appropriate if a. numerous purchases of the same type of funds are to be made during a given period. b. an offeror would like to be paid up front c. the CO is unable to determine price reasonableness d. incremental funding is required.

a. numerous purchases of the same type of funds are to be made during a given period.

For a modification issued as a confirming notice of termination for the convenience of the government, the effective date a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice. b. shall be the date agreed upon by the contracting parties c. shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change. d. shall be the same as the effective date of the previous letter determination.

a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice.

At minimum, a debriefing shall include all of the following EXCEPT? a. point-by-point comparisons to the winning offeror's solicitation b. summary of rationale c. make and model of item to be delivered by the successful offeror (commercial only) d. reasonable responses to relevant questions

a. point-by-point comparisons to the winning offeror's solicitiation

Determinations to make a set-aside may be unilateral or joint. Which is preferred? a. unilateral b. joint. c. there is no preference d. it is determined on a case-by-case basis

a. unilateral

If no acceptable offers are received from an EDWOSB or WOSB concern, the set-aside shall be a. withdrawn and, if still valid, considered for set-aside under FAR 19.203 and subpart 19.5. b. documented and moved into the pool of available funds for all business sizes. c. withdrawn and awarded as LPTA. d. re-bid to all business sizes per FAR Part 12.

a. withdrawn and, if still valid, considered for set-aside under FAR 19.203 and subpart 19.5.

This type of payment for commercial items purchases is given to the contract after some work has been done, but not fully completed. a. Delivery Payment b. Commercial Interim Payment c. Commercial Advance Payment d. Loan Guarantee

b. Commercial Interim Payment

A special form of written approval by an authorized official that is required by statute or regulation as a prerequisite to taking certain contract actions. a. Ratification and consent b. Determination and findings c. Individual Deviation d. Class Deviation

b. Determination and findings

The transfer of funds, other than a transaction originated by cash, check, or similar paper instrument, that is initiated through electronic terminal, telephone, computer or magnetic tape for the purpose of ordering, instructing, or authorizing a financial institution to debit or credit an account. a. Prompt Payment b. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) c. Performance-Based Payment d. Advance Payment

b. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

This procedure allows payment under limited conditions to a contractor prior to the government's verification that supplies have been received and accepted. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Fast Payment c. Unpriced Purchase Order d. Imprest Fund or Third Party Draft e. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

b. Fast Payment

This procedure provides for payment based on the contractor's submission of an invoice, which constitutes the contractor's representation that supplies have been delivered to a post-office, common carrier, or point of first receipt by the government; and that the contractor agrees to replace, repair, or correct supplies not received at the destination, damaged in transit, or not conforming to the purchase agreement. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Fast Payment c. Unpriced Purchase Order d. Imprest Fund or Third Party Draft e. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

b. Fast Payment

What entity(ies) are authorized to act on behalf of guaranteeing agencies (e.g., DOD) as fiscal agents of the United States in the making of loan guarantees for defense production? a. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) b. Federal Reserve Banks c. International Monetary Fund (IMF) d. World Bank

b. Federal Reserve Banks

When the information available at the buying activity is inadequate to determine a fair and reasonable price, the CO may request supplementary information via a. Price Analysis b. Field Pricing Assistance c. Adequate Price Competition d. Cost Analysis

b. Field Pricing Assistance

All property owned by or leased to the government or acquired by the government under the terms of the contract. It includes both government-furnished property and contractor-acquired property. a. Off-the-Shelf Item. b. Government Property c. Seller-Acquired Property d. Buyer-Acquired Property

b. Government Property

This program is used to provide federal contracting assistance for qualified small business concerns in an effort to increase employment opportunities, investment, and economic development in specified areas. a. Section 8(a) Program b. HUBZone Program c. SDVOSB Program d. WOSB Program

b. HUBZone Program

What does HUBZone stand for? a. Homogenous Undiversified Business Zone b. Historically Underutilized Business Zone c. Highly Unemployed Business Zone d. Highly Unoccupied Business Zone

b. Historically Underutilized Business Zone

An extraordinary acquisition technique that is limited to special circumstances and used only when in accordance with agency procedures, where a sole producer of a product or system is designated to furnish assistance and know how under an approved contract to one or more designated companies so they can become a source of supply. a. Interagency acquisition b. Leader Company contracting c. Multi-year contracting d. Options

b. Leader Company contracting

This type of payment method is recouped by the government through the deduction of liquidations from payments that would otherwise be due to the contractor for completed contract items. a. Advance Payment b. Progress Payment c. Prompt Payment d. Guaranteed Loan

b. Progress Payment FAR 32.5

A fixed-price offer by the government to buy supplies or services, including construction and research and development, upon specified terms and conditions, using simplified acquisition procedures. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Purchase Order c. Unpriced Purchase Order d. Imprest Fund or Third Party Draft

b. Purchase Order

This ensures that both federal emloyees with disabilities and members of the public seeking service from the government have equal access to technology as nondisabled members of the public and employees. a. the Economy Act. b. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 c. the Construction Wage Rates Requirement statute (Davis-Bacon Act). d. the Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act).

b. Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

A contract that directly engages the time and effort of a contractor whose primary purpose is to perform an identifiable task rather than to furnish and end item of supply. a. Personal Services Contract b. Service Contract c. Non-Personal Services Contract d. Employee-Employer Relationship

b. Service Contract

A contract that is divisible into separate parts, where a default of one section does not invalidate the whole contract. a. Divisible Contract b. Severable Contract c. Hybrid Contract d. Split Contract

b. Severable Contract

The exercise of the government's contractual right to completely or partially terminate a contract becuase of the contractor's actual or anticipated failure to perform its contractual obligations. a. Termination for Convenience b. Termiation for Default. c. Warranty d. Indemnification

b. Termiation for Default.

The following accurately define cost realism EXCEPT? a. Must be realistic for the work to be performed b. The CO has closely estimated the subcontractor pricing prior to receiving the actual proposal submission c. Reflects a clear understanding of the requirements d. Is consistent with the various elements of the offeror's technical proposal

b. The CO has closely estimated the subcontractor pricing prior to receiving the actual proposal submission

Acceptance of supplies or services is generally the responsiblity of a. The HCA. b. The CO. c. The Army Corp of Engineers. d. The agency head.

b. The CO.

Contracts for demolition, or removal of improvements that will result in further construction, alteration, or repair of a public building, even if by separate contract, are subject to a. The Service Contract Labor Standards statue (Service Contract Act) b. The Construction Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act) c. review by the General Services Administration d. approval by the Secretary of Labor

b. The Construction Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act)

This statute makes it unlawful to induce any person to give up any part of the compensation to which that person is entitled under a contract of employment. a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards statute (Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act).

b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act)

If a negotiated procurement is expected to exceed $750,000, certified cost and pricing data is required to be submitted in accordance with what? a. The micropurchase threshold b. The Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) threshold c. The simplified acquisition threshold d. The Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) threshold

b. The Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) threshold

What if an offeror does not have any relevant past performance history as requested in the solicitation? a. The offeror is ineligible b. The source selection authority shall determine the relevance of "similar" past performance information. c. both a and b d. neither a or b

b. The source selection authority shall determine the relevance of "similar" past performance information.

The FAR is issued as what Title and Chapter of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)? a. Title 9, Chapter 1 b. Title 48, Chapter 1 c. Title 48, Chapter 2 d. Title 49, Chapter 3

b. Title 48, Chapter 1

With whom must the CO conduct discussions? a. To all offerors b. To all offeror's in the competitive range c. To offerors of unsolicited proposals d. To offerors that have requested discussions in writing

b. To all offeror's in the competitive range

Agreements that are not binding solely because the government representative who made it lacked the authority to enter into that agreement on behalf of the government. a. Ratified agreement b. Unauthorized commitment c. Individual Deviation d. Class deviation

b. Unauthorized commitment

When might clarifications occur? a. When award with discussions is contemplated b. When award without discussions is contemplated c. when an offeror has been eliminated from the competitive range d. when an offeror has withdrawn their proposal

b. When award without discussions is contemplated

When would the TCO settle a settlement proposal by determination? a. When it cannot be settled by the CO and the SBA. b. When it cannot be settled by agreement. c. When year end budgets and appropriation reporting is due. d. All of the above.

b. When it cannot be settled by agreement.

A capable party that has the financial resources, personnel, facilities, integrity and overall capability to fulfill specific contractual requirements satisfactorily is a. a reasonable source or contractor b. a responsible source or contractor c. within the competitive range d. able to satisfy the CO

b. a responsible source or contractor

A process that begins at the point when agency needs are established and includes all activities to include technical and management functions directly related to the process of fulfilling agency needs by contract. a. commercial contract b. acquisition c. non-developmental items d. bundling

b. acquisition

Advisory and assistance services are classified in all of the following subdivisions EXCEPT a. management and professional support services b. acquisition services c. studies, analyses and evaluations d. engineering or technical services

b. acquisition services

At what point during the acquisition process may an oral presentation occur? a. never b. any time in the acquisition process, as requested by the government c. any time in the acquisition process, as requested by the offeror d. after receipt of proposal

b. any time in the acquisition process, as requested by the government

Small business set-asides have priority over acquisitions using a. lowest price technically acceptable evaluation criteria. b. full and open competition. c. blanket purchase agreements. d. bulk funding.

b. full and open competition.

The percentage or dollar factor that expresses the ratio of indirect expense occurred in a given period to direct labor cost, manufacturing cost, or another appropriate base for the same period. a. final indirect cost rate b. indirect cost rate c. cost and pricing data d. monetary ratio

b. indirect cost rate

What is meant by a "Streamlined" procedure for evaluation and solicitation per FAR Subpart 12.6? a. intended to simplify government cash only transactions b. intended to simplify the process of preparing and issuing solicitations and evaluating offers for commercial items consistent with customary commercial items practices c. intended to simplify the acquisition of commercial items under the micropurchase threshold. d. intended to simplify acceptance, warranty and termination clause requirements

b. intended to simplify the process of preparing and issuing solicitations and evaluating offers for commercial items consistent with customary commercial items practices

If the SBA determines that a concern is a qualified HUBZone small business concern, it will a. notify the small business concern in writing and revise the small business concern's representations in SAM. b. issue a certification to that effect and add the concern to the List of Qualified HUBZone Small Business Concerns on its website. c. issue a certification to that effect and instruct the small business concern in writing and revise the small business concern's representations in SAM. d. add the concern to the List of Qualified HUBZone Small Business Concerns on its website.

b. issue a certification to that effect and add the concern to the List of Qualified HUBZone Small Business Concerns on its website.

If a non-conformance is minor the cognizant contract administration office may a. make the determination to accept or reject. b. make the determination to accept or reject, except where this authority is withheld by the contracting office of the contracting activity. c. not make the determination to accept or reject, as this authority is delegated to the DoD Secretariat of Design and Engineering d. not make the determination to accept or reject, as this authority is delegated to the Small Business Administration.

b. make the determination to accept or reject, except where this authority is withheld by the contracting office of the contracting activity. FAR 46.4

Under FAR 32.2 for Commercial Item Purchase Financing, if the provision of financing by the buyer is a common commercial practice, the CO a. shall consider other sources of supply that do not require special financing terms for commercial purposes. b. may include appropriate financing terms in the contracts for commercial purposes when doing so will be in the best interest of the government. c. shall only procure via purchase card or imprest funds. d. may only incorporate preferred government financing terms in the contracts for commercial purposes in order to maintain the best interest of the government.

b. may include appropriate financing terms in the contracts for commercial purposes when doing so will be in the best interest of the government.

The CO may set-aside acquisitions exceeding the _________ threshold for competition restricted to WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB program in those ___________ in which SBA has determined that WOSB concerns are underrepresented or substantially underrepresented in federal procurement. a. micro-purchase; Cage Codes b. micro-purchase; NAICS Codes c. simplified acquisition; Cage Codes d. simplified acquisition; NAICS Codes

b. micro-purchase; NAICS Codes

The CO may set-aside acquisitions exceeding the _________ threshold for competition restricted to SDVOSB concerns when the CO has a reasonable expectation that offers will be received from _________ or more SDVOSB concerns at a fair market price. a. micro-purchase; one b. micro-purchase; two c. simplified acquisition; one d. simplified acquisition; two

b. micro-purchase; two

After submitting a bid, if the bidder's assets are transferred during the period between bid opening and award, the transferee will take over the bid in all of the following scenarios EXCEPT a. merger. b. misrepresentation. c. operation of law. d. other means not barred by 41 U.S.C. 15 or 31 U.S.C. 3727

b. misrepresentation.

Any item produced and place in stock by a contractor or stocked by a distributor before receiving orders or contracts for its sale. The item may be commercial or produced to military or federal specifications or description. a. acceptance b. off-the-shelf item c. latent defect. d. patent defect

b. off-the-shelf item

Responses to requests for proposal (negotiation) are a. offers called bids or sealed bids b. offers called proposals c. quotations, not offers d. contracts

b. offers called proposals

An acquisition structured around the results to be achieved as opposed to the manner by which work is to be performed. a. best value b. performance-based c. bundling d. non-developmental item

b. performance-based

FAR Part 37 for Service Contracting requires the use of ____________ acquisitions for services to the maximum extent practicable, and prescribes policies and procedures for use of these acquisition methods. a. technically acceptable b. performance-based c. bundled d. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

b. performance-based

In a Two-Step sealed bidding process, Step One includes all of the following EXCEPT a. request for submission b. pricing. c. evaluation. d. discussion of technical proposals.

b. pricing.

This type of wage determination is specific to a scope of work, is used when no general wage determination applies, and is effective for 180 calendar days. a. generic b. project c. direct d. indirect

b. project

Government property shall normally be provided on what basis in performance of the contract under which it is accountable or otherwise authorized? a. risk-free b. rent-free c. hourly d. monthly

b. rent-free

What formal method does the government utilize to solicit proposals and communicate requirements to prospective contractors. a. request for information (RFI) b. request for proposal (RFP) c. request for quote (RFQ) d. request for cost or pricing data

b. request for proposal (RFP)

A less rigorous method for entering into relatively low-dollar-threshold contracts that does not require the elaborate and formal solicitation techniques required by sealed bidding and negotiation. a. micro-purchase b. simplified acquisition c. blanket purchase agreement d. commercial acquisition

b. simplified acquisition

Methods for entering into contracts without using elaborate and formal solicitation techniques such as sealed bidding and negotiation, restricted by purchases under the simplifed acquisition threshold. a. micro-purchase b. simplified procedures c. blanket purchase agreement d. commercial acquisition

b. simplified procedures

While the CO must clearly articulate the basis upon which award will be made (price alone or price and other factors, e.g., past performance and quality), it is not, however, necessary to a. promote competition to the maximum extent possible. b. state the relative importance assigned to each evaluation factor. c. consider all quotations or offers that are received on time. d. use innovative approaches to the maximum extent practicable.

b. state the relative importance assigned to each evaluation factor.

In a commercial acquisition where technical information is required to effectively evaluate offers, agencies should review existing product literature in lieu of what? a. market research b. technical proposals c. oral presentations d. minor modifications

b. technical proposals

For requirements in NAICS codes designated by SBA as underrepresented, a CO may restrict competition to EDWOSB concerns if the CO has a reasonable expectation that a. that offers will be obtained from at least one EDWOSB concern at fair market prices. b. that offers will be obtained from at least two EDWOSB concerns at fair market prices. c. that offers will be obtained from at least three EDWOSB concerns at fair market prices. d. that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible large woman-owned businesses at fair market prices.

b. that offers will be obtained from at least two EDWOSB concerns at fair market prices.

The CO shall set aside any acquisition over $150,000 for small business participation when there is reasonable expectation a. that offers will be obtained from at least one responsible small business concerns if award will be made at fair market prices. b. that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible small business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices. c. that offers will be obtained from at least three responsible small business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices. d. that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible large business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices.

b. that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible small business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices.

The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 requires federal agencies to obtain approval from whom before collecting information from 10 or more members of the public? a. the Secretary of Defense. b. the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) c. the Defense Acquisition Regulations (DAR) Council d. the Civilian Agency Acquisition (CAA) Council

b. the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Agencies shall ensure that contracts for information technology address protection of privacy in accordance with a. the Economy Act. b. the Privacty Act. c. the Construction Wage Rates Requirement statute (Davis-Bacon Act). d. the Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act).

b. the Privacty Act.

When an imperative sentence (containing verbs such as shall, must or will) directs action, who is responsible for the action, unless another party is expressly cited? a. the contracting officer's representative (COR) b. the contracting officer (CO) c. the administrative contracting officer (ACO) d. the terminating contracting officer (TCO)

b. the contracting officer (CO)

For a supplemental agreement, the effective date a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice. b. shall be the date agreed upon by the contracting parties c. shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change. d. shall be the same as the effective date of the previous letter determination.

b. the date agreed upon by the contracting parties

Purchases at or below the micro-purchase threshold are exempt from verification in the System for Award Management (SAM) database when purchased using a. a purchase order. b. the governmentwide commercial purchase card c. imprest funds d. all of the above.

b. the governmentwide commercial purchase card

The implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose provides that all of the following are true EXCEPT a. an item is fit for use for which the government will use the item b. the item is of at least fair, medium-grade quality c. the seller knows the particular purpose for which the government intends to use the item d. the government relied upon the contractor's skill and judgement that the item would be appropriate for that particular purpose

b. the item is of at least fair, medium-grade quality--this is from the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY, NOT the implied warranty of fitness.

Should a disagreement arise about a concern's ability to perform, the CO and the SBA area office are charged with reaching a resolution; however, if they fail. a. the matter is referred to the head of the agency, who is empowered to make the final determination. b. the matter is referred to the SBA associate administrator for government contracting, who is empowered to make the final determination. c. the matter is referred to the HCA, who is empowered to make the final determination. d. the matter is referred to the Secretariat of Small Business Programs, who is empowered to make the final determination.

b. the matter is referred to the SBA associate administrator for government contracting, who is empowered to make the final determination.

In the event that CO exercises an option and extends the term of the contract a. the wage determination at the effective date of the contract remains in place. b. the most current wage determination is incorproated. c. the wage determination is recalculated based on the CPI. d. the wage determination is dependent on the dollar value of the contract.

b. the most current wage determination is incorproated.

The government is committed to providing training and resources to maintain and improve the knowledge, skills, and ability of its team members and encourages contractors to provide the same resources to its members as a way to encourage a cooperative relationship between the government and contractors consistent with its responsibility to a. the executive agencies being supported. b. the taxpayers. c. the contracting community. d. all of the above. e. none of the above.

b. the taxpayers.

For requirements in NAICS codes designated by SBA as substantially underrepresented, a CO may restrict competition to WOSB (including EDWOSB) concerns if the CO has a reasonable expectation based on market research that that offers will be obtained from at least ________ WOSB (including EDWOSB) concerns at fair market prices, and the anticipated award price of the contract (including options) will not exceed $________ for contracts assigned a NAICS code for manufacturing, or $_________ for all other contracts. a. one, $6.5m, $4m b. two, $6.5m, $4m c. one, $13m, $7m d. two, $13m, $7m

b. two, $6.5m, $4m

How does a SDVOSB represent to the CO that it is, in fact, a SDVOSB? a. via the SAM system b. via its NAICS code c. via is Cage Code d. in writing

b. via its NAICS code

When might an unsolicited proposal be warranted? a. for any reason b. when new or innovative ideas fall outside topic areas publicized under typical government solicitation techniques or announcements. c. when an offeror feels they have a better price for an existing contract d. none of the above

b. when new or innovative ideas fall outside topic areas publicized under typical government solicitation

The following are requirements by which an offeror may withdraw a proposal EXCEPT? a. withdrawal must occur prior to award b. withdrawal can occur at any time, including after award. c. written proposals require written withdrawal. d. oral proposals require oral withdrawal, to be documented in writing by the CO

b. withdrawal can occur at any time, including after award.

Definitions in FAR Part 2 apply to the entire regulation unless specifically defined in a another part, subpart, section, provision or clause. Words or terms defined into a specific part, subpart section provision or clause have that meaning when used in that part, subpart, section provision or clause. Undefined words retain their common dictionary meaning. a. imperative sentences b. words and terms c. delegation of authority d. ratification

b. words and terms

The Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 requires federal agencies to obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) before collecting information from how many members of the public? a. 3 or more b. 5 or more c. 10 or more d. 20 or more

c. 10 or more

Payments are generally made ___________ days after the designated billing office receives a proper invoice from the contract OR ____________ days after the government acceptance of supplies delivered or services performed by the contractor, whichever is _____________. a. 15, 30, sooner b. 30, 30, sooner c. 30, 30, later d. 30, 45, later

c. 30, 30, later

What is a "normal workwee?" a. 35 hours b. 37.5 hours c. 40 hours d. 45 hours

c. 40 hours

Performance is substantially in labor surplus areas if the contracts incurred under the contract on account of manufacturing, production, or performance on appropriate services in labor surplus areas exceed what percent of the contract price? a. 10% b. 25% c. 50% d. 75%

c. 50%

FAR 33.206(a) requires that contractor claims shall be submitted, in writing, to the contracting officer for a decision within ____ year(s) after accrual of a claim, unless the contracting parties agreed to a shorter time period. This time period does not apply to contracts awarded prior to what date? a. 1, April 15, 1995 b. 5, October 1, 1995 c. 6, October 1, 1995 d. 10, January 1, 2000

c. 6, October 1, 1995

What is the customary progress payment rate for small business concerns? a. 75 b. 80 c. 85 d. 90

c. 85

Which of the following is not considered a commercial service under the commercial items definition? a. A service solicited competitively in substantial quantities in the commerical marketplace b. A service based on established catalog prices c. A service sold based on hourly rates without an established catalog or market price. d. A service for specific tasks performed or specific outcomes to be acheived

c. A service sold based on hourly rates without an established catalog or market price.

The SBA establishes small business size standards on an industry-by-industry basis. Small business standards are applied by all of the following EXCEPT: a. Classifying the product or service being acquired in the industry whose definition, as found in the NAICS Manual, best describes the principal nature of the product or service being acquired. b. Identifying the size standard the SBA established for that industry c. Agreeing to provide a drug-free workplace by publishing a statement notifying employees the action that will be taken for violations of such prohibition d. Specifying the size standard in the solicitation so that offerors can appropriately represent themselves as small or large

c. Agreeing to provide a drug-free workplace by publishing a statement notifying employees the action that will be taken for violations of such prohibition

The transfer or making over by the contractor to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution as security for a loan to the contractor, of its right to be paid by the government for contract performance. a. Guaranteed Loan b. Electronic Funds Transfer c. Assignment of Claim d. all of the above

c. Assignment of Claim

A joint venture may be considered a SDVOSB if it meets all of the following EXCEPT: a. At least one member of the joint venture is a SDVOSB and makes the representations via its NAICS code. b. Each other concern is small under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the procurement. c. At least one member of the joint venture of the joint venture is represented on the List of Qualified Service-Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business Concerns. d. The joint venture meets the requirements of paragraph 7 of the explanation of Affiliates in 19.101. e. The joint venture meets the requirements of 13CFR 125.15(b).r17

c. At least one member of the joint venture of the joint venture is represented on the List of Qualified Service-Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business Concerns.

This type of payment for commercial items purchases: i. is made before any performance of work under the contract; ii. requires that aggregate payments shall not exceed 15% of the contract price iii. requires that payments are not subject to FAR 32.4, Advance Payments for Non-commercial items. a. Delivery Payment b. Commercial Interim Payment c. Commercial Advance Payment d. Loan Guarantee

c. Commercial Advance Payment

As required in the U.S. Code (U.S.C.), the FAR council must adjust all statutory acquisition-related dollar thresholds in the FAR for inflation every 5 years, using what measure of inflation? a. Producer Price Indexes (PPI) b. the GSA inflation standard c. Consumer Price Index (CPI) d. a combination of a and c

c. Consumer Price Index (CPI)

What is included in the uniform contract format Part II? a. The Schedule, which includes sections A through H b. List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J c. Contract Clauses, section I d. Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

c. Contract Clauses, section I

Which of the following is true? a. Facsimile bids are authorized, as long as the successful offeror provides the complete, original signed bid within 5 business days of bid opening. b. Electronic bids are authorized, as long as the successful offeror provides the complete, original signed bid within 5 business days of bid opening. c. Contracting officers may authorize facsimile or electronic bid submissions, with submission instructions to be included in the solicitation. d. all of the above.

c. Contracting officers may authorize facsimile or electronic bid submissions, with submission instructions to be included in the solicitation.

This is a term for information furnished by bidders as part of their bids to describe products offered including cuts, illustrations, drawings and brochures that show the characteristics or construction of the product or explains its operation. a. Bid Sample b. Invitation for Bid c. Descriptive Literature d. Imperative Language

c. Descriptive Literature

All of the following may protest the small business representation of an offeror in a specific offer EXCEPT: a. The offeror b. The SBA c. Disinterested third parties d. Another interested party e. The contracting officer

c. Disinterested third parties

All government contract payments shall be made via this method, except the provision found at FAR 32.1103(a)(i). a. Cash b. Check c. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) d. Automated Clearing House (Wire)

c. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

The preferred method of payment for purchase orders by the government is a. cash. b. paper check. c. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) d. Automated Clearing House (ACH)

c. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

A contractor that represented itself as a small business concern before contract award must represent its size status for the NAICS code upon the occurrence of any of the following, EXCEPT: a. Within 30 days of execution of a novation agreement OR within 30 days after modification of the contract to include clause 52.219-28 "Post-Award Small Business Program Representation," if the novation agreement was executed prior to this clause in the contract. b. Within 30 days after a merger or acquisition that does not require a novation agreement OR within 30 days after modification of the contract to include clause 52.219-28 "Post-Award Small Business Program Representation," if the merger or acquisition was executed prior to this clause in the contract. c. For long term contracts, within 60 to 120 days prior to the end of the fifth year of the contract OR within 60 to 120 days prior to the date specified in the contract for exercising any option there-after. d. For long term contracts, within 60 to 120 days prior to the end of the fifth year of the contract AND within 60 to 120 days prior to the date specified in the contract for exercising any option there-after.

c. For long term contracts, within 60 to 120 days prior to the end of the fifth year of the contract OR within 60 to 120 days prior to the date specified in the contract for exercising any option there after.

Property in the possession of, or directly acquired by the government and subsequently furnished to the contractor for performance of a contract. a. Off-the-Shelf Item. b. Government Property c. Government-Furnished Property d. Contractor-Acquired Property

c. Government-Furnished Property

This type of deviation affects only one contract action, and unless FAR Part 1.405(e) is applicable, may be authorized by the agency head, with justification and agency approvals documented by the CO. a. Minor Deviation b. Major Deviation c. Individual Deviation d. Class deviation

c. Individual Deviation

The Progress Payments clause provides a Government right to reduce or suspend progress payments, or to increase the liquidation rate, under all of the following specified conditions EXCEPT: a. Contractor noncompliance b. Unsatisfactory financial condition c. Low inventory d. Delinquency in payment of costs of performance

c. Low inventory Should be "Excessive inventory."

A commercial item, that meets the requirements of sections 1 and 2 of FAR part 2.101, is no longer a commercial item if any of the following occur: a. Modifications of a type customarily available in the commercial marketplace b. Minor modifications of a type not customarily available in the commercial marketplace but made to meet federal government requirements c. Modifications of a type not customarily available in the commercial marketplace but approved by CO. d. all of the above.

c. Major modifications of a type not customarily available in the commercial marketplace but approved by CO.

A special contracting method to acquire known requirements in quantities and total cost not over planned requirements for up to five years or otherwise authorized by statute, even though the total funds ultimately to be obligated may not be available at the time of contract award. a. Interagency acquisition b. Leader Company contracting c. Multi-year contracting d. Options

c. Multi-year contracting

The head of an executive agency, except for this particular agency, may contract for severable services for a period that begins in one fiscal year and ends in the next fiscal year if the term does not exceed one calendar year. a. Secretary of State b. Department of Defense c. NASA d. The General Services Administration

c. NASA

This term means any telecommunications or information system operated by the US Government, the function, operation, or use of which involves intelligence activities, cryptologic activities related to national defense, command and control of military forces; equipment that is an integral part of a weapon system; or it is critical to the direct fulfillment of military or intelligence missions. a. Operational Defense System b. National Defense System c. National Security System d. National Security Services

c. National Security System

A contract under which the personnel rendering of the services are not subject, either by the contract's terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the government and its employees. a. Personal Services Contract b. Service Contract c. Non-Personal Services Contract d. Employee-Employer Relationship

c. Non-Personal Services Contract

Per FAR Clause 52.212-4, "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items," the following are statutory requirements that shall not be tailored, EXCEPT for: a. Assignments b. Disputes c. Options d. Invoice e. Payment

c. Options

The basis for this type of payment may be either specifically described events (e.g., milestones), or some measureable criterion of performance. a. Prompt Payment b. Progress Payment c. Performance-Based Payment d. Advance Payment

c. Performance-Based Payment

This type of payment is a contract financing payment that is not payment for accepted items, is fully recoverable in the event of default, and is the preferred method when the contracting officer finds them practical and the contractor agrees to their use. a. Prompt Payment b. Progress Payment c. Performance-Based Payment d. Advance Payment

c. Performance-Based Payment

All of the following are FAR Part 32.1 Contract Financing Methods utilized for non-commercial items EXCEPT: a. Advance payments--advances of money to a prime contractor b. Progress payments based on costs--made on the basis of costs incurred by the contract or as work progresses c. Purchase Card payments--more of a payment versus a financing method d. Loan guarantees--guarantees backed by the Federal Reserve designed to enable contractors to obtain financing from private sources

c. Purchase Card payments--more of a payment versus a financing method

Contracting officers are to be appointed in writing on an a. SF 44 b. SF 1449 c. SF 1402 d. SF 30

c. SF 1402, "Certificate of Appointment"

A multipurpose, pocket-sized order form designed primarily for on-the-spot, over-the-counter- purchases of supplies and non-personal services while away from the purchasing office or at isolated activities. a. SF 1165, Receipt for Cash--Sub-voucher b. SF 1449 Solicitation--Contract-Order for Commercial Items c. SF 44 Purchase Order-Invoice-Voucher d. Third Party Draft

c. SF 44 Purchase Order--Invoice-Voucher

Per FAR 2.2, the Definitions Clause shall be inserted in any contract that exceeds the a. Cost Accounting Standards threshold b. Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA) threshold c. Simplified Acquisition threshold d. Micro-purchase threshold

c. Simplified Acquisition threshold

With regards to quality assurance, agencies shall ensure all of the following EXCEPT a. Non-conforming supplies or services are rejected, except as otherwise stated in FAR 46.407 b. Contracts for commercial items shall rely on a contractor's existing quality assurance system or a manner consistent with commercial practice. c. That warranty clauses shall be flowed on all goverment contracts, as the government does not self insure. d. The quality assurance and acceptance services of other agencies are used when in the government's interest.

c. That warranty clauses shall be flowed on all goverment contracts, as the government does not self insure.

Should a disagreement arise about a concern's ability to perform, who is charged with reaching a resolution? a. The CO b. The SBA area office c. The CO and the SBA area office d. The CO and HCA

c. The CO and the SBA area office

When using fast payment procedures, who is responsible for determining the amounts of debts resulting from failure of contractors to properly replace, repair, or correct supplies that have been lost, damaged, or not conforming to purchase requirements? a. The Contractor b. The Financial Officer or Treasurer c. The Contracting Officer d. The post-office, common carrier, or point of first receipt by the government.

c. The Contracting Officer

Who shall establish a FAR Secretariat to print, publish, and distribute the FAR through the Code of Federal Regulations and shall provide centralized administrative services and support for both the DAR and the CAA? a. The Department of Defense b. The Secretary of State c. The General Services Administration d. NASA

c. The General Services Administration

This statute provides that contracts valued in excess of $2,500 must contain mandatory provisions regarding minimum wage and fringe benefits, safe and sanitary working conditions, notification to employees of the minimum allowable compensation, and equivilent federal employee classification and wage rates. a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act

c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965)

This act created the procurement program for small business concerns owned and controlled by service disabled veterans, with a purpose of providing federal contracting assistance to SDVOSB concerns. a. The Small Business Act b. The Davis-Beacon Act c. The Veterans Benefit Act d. The Service Contract Act

c. The Veterans Benefit Act

Which of the following is not true as to the best use of Leader contracting? a. The leader company has the necessary production know-how and is able to furnish required assistance to the follower(s) b. No other source can meet the government's requirements without the assistance of a leader company c. The assistance required of the leader company is unlimited, as to enable the followers to produce items d. Its use is authorized in accordance with agency procedures.

c. The assistance required of the leader company is unlimited, as to enable the followers to produce items The assistance required of the leader company is LIMITED TO THAT WHICH IS ESSENTIAL to enable the followers to produce items

Any proposal, modification, or revision received at the Government office designated in the solicitation after the exact time specified for receipt of offers is "late" and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made, the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late offer would not unduly delay the acquisition; and, all of the following EXCEPT: a. If it was transmitted through an electronic commerce method authorized by the solicitation, it was received at the initial point of entry to the Government infrastructure not later than 5:00 p.m. one working day prior to the date specified for receipt of proposals. b. There is acceptable evidence to establish that it was received at the Government installation designated for receipt of offers and was under the Government's control prior to the time set for receipt of offers. c. The government has declared the proposal to be essential to national security. d. It is the only proposal received.

c. The government has declared the proposal to be essential to national security

Cost or pricing data shall not be obtained for acquisitions at or below what threshold? a. The micropurchase threshold b. The Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) threshold c. The simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) d. The Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) threshold

c. The simplified acquisition threshold (SAT)

Past performance shall be evaluated in all source selections for negotiated competitive acquisitions expected to exceed what threshold? a. The micropurchase threshold b. The Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) threshold c. The simplified acquisition threshold d. The Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) threshold

c. The simplified aquisition threshold

An agency bank instrument, similar to a check, that is used to acquire and to pay for supplies and services. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Purchase Order c. Third Party Draft d. Imprest Fund e. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

c. Third Party Draft

What is the objective of source selection? a. To assess the definitions and terms provided in FAR 2.101 b. To review unsolicited proposals for new or innovative ideas submitted to an agency on the initiative of the offeror for the purpose of obtaining a contract with the government c. To select the proposal with the best value. d. To obtain trade secrets, proprietary information, and release the names of references obtained during past performance evaluation

c. To select the proposal with the best value.

A combination of competitive procedures designed to obtain the benefits of sealed bidding when adequate specifications are not available. a. Lowest price, technically acceptable. b. Sealed bid, other than sealed bid (negotiation) c. Two-Step Sealed Bidding d. Trade-off process

c. Two-Step Sealed Bidding

Orders for suppliers or services, the price of which is not established at the time of issuance of the order, such as repairs to equipment that require disassembly to determine the nature or extent of the repairs. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Purchase Order c. Unpriced Purchase Order d. Imprest Fund or Third Party Draft e. Blanket Purchase Agreement

c. Unpriced Purchase Order

When would the government issue an RFI? a. When the solicitation is expected to reach the simplified acquisition threshold b. Leading to the establishment of the competitive range c. When it does not intend to presently award a contract, but wants to obtain price, delivery and other market information or capabilities for planning purposes. d. When eliminating or otherwise removing an offerors proposal from the competitive range

c. When it does not intend to presently award a contract, but wants to obtain price, delivery and other market information or capabilities for planning purposes.

The CO shall not tailor any clause or otherwise include any additional terms or conditions in a solicitation or contract for commercial items in a manner that is inconsistent with customary commercial practice for the item unless a. it is a firm-fixed-price contract b. there will be major modifications c. a waiver is approved in accordance with agency procedures d. the acquisition is greater than the SAT

c. a waiver is approved in accordance with agency procedures

The CO shall determine the appropriate NAICS code and related small business size standard and include them in solicitations a. above the simplified acquisition threshold. b. above the TINA threshold c. above the micro-purchase threshold. d. below the micro-purchase threshold.

c. above the micro-purchase threshold.

To secure by contract with appopriated funds, supplies or services (including construction) by and for the use of the federal government through purchase or lease, whether they are already in existence or must be created, developed demonstrated and evaluated. a. commercial contract b. non-developmental items c. acquisition d. bundling

c. acquisition

Examples of appropriate use of advisory and assistance services contracts include the following, except: a. avoiding limited judgement on critical issues b. obtaining advice regarding developments in industry, university or foundation research c. advice on revising the technical scope of a services solicitation to conform to those of the COs preferred services provider. d. obtaining the opinions, special knowledge, or skills of noted experts. e. enhancing the understanding of and development of alternative solutions to complex issues.

c. advice on revising the technical scope of a services solicitation to conform to those of the COs preferred services provider.

Contracting officers have the authority to do all of the following EXCEPT: a. enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts b. make related determinations and findings c. bind the government only to the extent of the authority delegated to them d. bind the government per the full faith and credit clause of Article IV, Section 1 of the United States Constitution

c. bind the government only to the extent of the authority delegated to them

The CO is required to designate and authorize, in writing, a COR to assist in a. the technical monitoring and/or administration of contracts and orders other than those that are firm-fixed price. b. firm-fixed price contracts and orders as appropriate. c. both a and b d. neither a or b

c. both a and b

The CO shall accept an offeror's representation in a specific bid or proposal that it is a small business unless a. another offeror or interested party challenges the concern's small business representation. b. the CO has reason to question the representation. c. both a and b d. neither a and b

c. both a and b

When can the government amend its solicitations if there are changes to the requirements or terms and conditions? a. before receipt of the proposals b. after receipt of the proposals c. both a and b d. neither a or b

c. both a and b

Action to verify price reasonableness for purchases under the micro-puchase threshold should be taken a. only when the CO suspects or has information to indicate that the price may not be reasonable b. when purchasing a supply or service for which no comparable pricing information is readily available. c. both a and b. d. neither a or b

c. both a and b.

A commercial item is any item, other than real property, that is of a type customarily used by the general public or by non-governmental entities for purposes other than governmental purposes, and-- (i) Has been sold, leased, or licensed to the general public; or, (ii) Has been offered for sale, lease, or license to the general public a. i only b. ii only c. both i and ii d. neither i and ii

c. both i and ii

Consolidating two or more requirements for supplies or services, previously provided or performed under separate smaller contracts into a solicitation for a single contract that is likely to be unsuitable for award to a small business concern. a. best value b. performance-based acquisition c. bundling d. non-developmental item

c. bundling

This definition does not apply to a contract that will be awarded and performed entirely outside the United States. a. best value b. performance-based acquisition c. bundling d. non-developmental item

c. bundling

A contract comes into being through all of the following except: a. acceptance of the order through written confirmation b. by furnishing the requested supplies c. by signing the quotation d. proceeding with the work to the point where a substantial performance has occurred.

c. by signing the quotation

If award for IT cannot be made within 180 days, agencies should consider a. an indefinite extension of the solicitation. b. re-issuing the solicition to maintain its current status. c. cancellation of the solicitation d. a stop-work due to government delay of the solicitation.

c. cancellation of the solicitation

A legal instrument executed by the contractor and the government that recognizes the legal change of name of the contractor without disturbing the original contractual rights and obligations of the parties. a. services contract b. personal services contract c. change-of-name agreement d. teaming agreement

c. change-of-name agreement

At minimum, a determination and finding (D&F) must contain all of the following EXCEPT: a. identification of the agency and of the contracting activity and specific identification of the document as a D&F. b. nature and/or description of the action being approved. c. citation of contractor key personnel. d. the signature and date of the official authorized to sign the D&F.

c. citation of contractor key personnel.

Any item, other than real property, that is of a type customarily used for nongovernmental purposes and that has been sold, leased or licensed to the general public; or has been offered for sale, lease or license to the general public is a a. micro-purchase b. technically acceptable item c. commercial item d. subject to increased quality and inspection criteria

c. commercial item

FAR 12.1 is a policy that the government acquire __________ or ___________ items whenever they are available at all tiers of the contract/subcontract(s). a. cheap, discount b. fair, reasonable c. commercial, nondevelopmental d. original, nonoriginal

c. commercial, nondevelopmental

Prior to award the CO must determine that the proposed price is fair and reasonable. When using simplified acquisition procedures, as much as practicable, price reasonableness should be based on a. cost or pricing data b. other than cost or pricing data c. competitive quotes or offers d. technical evaluation

c. competitive quotes or offers

Who has the authority to execute contract modifications on behalf of the government? a. The head of the agency b. contracting officers c. contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority. d. any government personnel acting in the best interests of the government

c. contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority.

While it does not indicate the accuracy of a prospective contractors judgement about estimated future costs or projections, it is considered factual, not judgmental, and verifiable. a. Price analysis b. supplies or services c. cost or pricing data d. best value continuum

c. cost or pricing data

Cost realism shall be performed on what type of contract to determine the probable cost of performance for each offeror? a. lowest price technically acceptable b. firm-fixed-price c. cost-reimbursement d. firm-fixed incentive

c. cost-reimbursement

Any offeror excluded or eliminated from the competitive range may request what? a. cost or pricing data b. best and final offer (BAFO) c. debriefing d. re-instatement

c. debriefing

Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise. a. imperative sentences b. words and terms c. delegation of authority d. citations

c. delegation of authority

As required in the U.S. Code (U.S.C.), the FAR council must adjust all statutory acquisition-related dollar thresholds in the FAR for inflation. How often is this adjustment calculated? a. every 2 years b. every 3 years c. every 5 years d every 7 years

c. every 5 years

Adequate price competition is based on the premise that there is a sufficient amount of competition to ensure that an award price is a. lower than expected b. below the simplified acquisition threshold c. fair and reasonable d. fair and responsible

c. fair and reasonable

Adequate competition can still be met even though only one offer is received from a responsible offeror if i. the contracting officer can reasonably conclude that the offer was submitted with the expectation of competition and this determination has been approved at a level above the CO ii. Price analysis clearly demonstrates that the proposed price is reasonable in comparison with current or recent prices of the same or similar items, or adjusted to reflect changes in market conditions, economic conditions, or competitive terms and conditions a. i only b. ii only c. i and ii d. neither i and ii

c. i and ii

When cost or pricing data is not required, CO's are to rely on the following, in what order of preference? i. cost or pricing data ii. no additional information (particularly in cases of adequate competition) iii. information other than cost or pricing data a. i, ii, iii b. ii, i, iii c. ii, iii, i d. iii, i, ii

c. ii, iii, i

If the acquisition of services is delayed (i.e., bid protests and/or alleged mistakes in bid), the CO may avoid negotiation of short term extensions to existing contracts by a. including a clause that prohibits short term extensions due to un-forseen delay b. re-competing the bid to include the new period of performance c. including an options clause that will enable the government to require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. d. terminating the acquisition and revising the scope of the services to conform to those of the COs preferred services provider.

c. including an options clause that will enable the government to require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract.

If the contractor and the government are unable to agree on a definitization of the equitable adjustment amount, the contractor may a. stop work b. terminate the contract c. initiate a claim d. initiate a protest

c. initiate a claim

A geographic area identified by the Department of Labor in accordance with 20 C.F.R. 654, Subpart A, as an area of concentrated unemployment or underemployment, or an area of labor surplus. a. labor hour contract b. labor law c. labor surplus area d. labor surplus area concern

c. labor surplus area

A defect that exists at the time of acceptance but cannot be discovered by a reasonable inspection. a. acceptance b. off-the-shelf item c. latent defect. d. patent defect

c. latent defect.

The following are non-cost evaluation factors that address the quality or service of product solicited EXCEPT: a. compliance with solicitation requirements b. past performance c. location d. technical excellence

c. location

Changes that do not significantly alter the non-governmental function or essential physical characteristics of an item or component, or change the purpose of a process are called a. other than cost or pricing data. b. commercial items. c. minor modifications. d. major modifications.

c. minor modifications.

Sealed bidding is a method of contracting that employs all of the following EXCEPT a. competitive bids b. public opening of bids c. negotiations d. awards

c. negotiations

Any previously developed item of supply used exclusively for governmental purposes by a federal agency, state or local government, or a foreign government with which the US has a mutual defense cooperation agreement. a. technically acceptable item b. acquisitioned item c. non-developmental item d. bundled item

c. non-developmental item

A legal instrument executed by the contractor (transferor), the successor in interest (transferee), and the government (buyer) by which, among other things, the transferor guarantees performance of the contract, the transferee assumes all obligations under the contract, and the government (buyer) recognizes the transfer of the contract and related issues. a. services contract b. personal services contract c. novation agreement d. teaming agreement

c. novation agreement

FAR Part 13.5 authorized the use of simplified acquisition procedures for the acquisition of supplies and services in amounts greater than the simplified acquisition threshold, but not exceeding a $7 million/$13 million (per 13.500(c)), including options, if the CO reasonably expects, based on the nature of the supplies or services sought and on market research, that a. offers will include only large businesses b. offers will only include small businesses c. offers will include only commercial items d. offers will include only non-commercial items.

c. offers will include only commercial items

The contracting officer shall set aside a portion of an acquisition, except for construction, for exclusive small business participation, however, a partial set-aside shall not be made if there is reasonable expectation that a. only one large business with capability will respond with offers unless authorized by the HCA on a case-by-case basis. b. only one small business concern with capability will respond with offers unless authorized by the HCA on a case-by-case basis. c. only two concerns (one large and one small) with capability will respond with offers unless authorized by the HCA on a case-by-case basis. d. only two concerns (one large and one small) with capability will respond with offers unless authorized by the CO on a case-by-case basis.

c. only two concerns (one large and one small) with capability will respond with offers unless authorized by the HCA on a case-by-case basis.

The principal elements of the negotiated agreement are documented in a a. price analysis b. memorandum to file c. price negotiation memorandum d. verbal communication with the CO

c. price negotiation memorandum

Solicitations to perform contracts or contract modifications that are expected to exceed $700,000 ($1.5m for construction) for which subcontracting possibilities exist, require the apparent successful offeror to submit a subcontracting plan a. after award. b. after award, but prior to contract or contract modification funding. c. prior to award. d. directly to the SBA.

c. prior to award.

A pre-hire collective bargaining agreement with one or more labor organizations that established the terms and conditions of employment for a specific sonstruction project. a. labor organization contract b. program labor agreement c. project labor agreement d. pricing labor agreement

c. project labor agreement (PLA)

Responses to requests for quotations (simplified acquisition) are a. offers called bids or sealed bids b. offers called proposals c. not offers d. contracts

c. quotations, not offers

When a bid is accompanied by descriptive literature, and the bidder imposes a restriction that prevents public disclosure of such literature, the restriction may a. be waived by the contracting officer. b. be waived by the head of contracting activity. c. render the bid as nonresponsive. d. not be shared, as it is considered proprietary.

c. render the bid as nonresponsive.

In terms of bundling, a contract that has been performed by one or more small business concerns or that was suitable for award to one or more small business concerns is a a. micro-purchase b. commercial item c. separate, smaller contract d. performance-based acquisition

c. separate, smaller contract

Generally, each acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 and not exceeding the $150,000/$300,000/$1 million thresholds are reserved for a. large business concerns, and shall be set aside. b. international business concerns, and shall be set aside. c. small business concerns, and shall be set aside. d. the highest rated technical bidder, and shall be set aside.

c. small business concerns, and shall be set aside.

When a price negotiation is based on cost analysis, COs must utilize a _________ approach to analyze profit. a. reasonable b. responsible c. structured d. limited

c. structured

In a Two-Step sealed bidding process, Step Two includes a. negotiations b. determinations and findings c. submission of sealed bids by those who submitted acceptable technical proposals in Step One. d. submission of Final Proposal Review (FPR) by those who submitted acceptable technical proposals in Step One.

c. submission of sealed bids by those who submmitted acceptable technical proposals in Step One.

The CO shall verify that a WOSB offeror is all of the following EXCEPT: a. registered in SAM b. self-certified as an EDWOSB or WOSB in SAM c. submitting documents verifying its eligibility no later than 90 days after award or before definitization, whichever occurs first. d. submitting documents verifying its eligibility at the time of initial offer to the WOSB program repository.

c. submitting documents verifying its eligibility no later than 90 days after award or before definitization, whichever occurs first.

An EDWOSB concern or WOSB concern eligible under the WOSB Program that has not been certified by an SBA approved third party certifier or by SBA under the 8(a) Program, must provide the following documents EXCEPT: a. The U.S. birth certificate, naturalization documentation, or unexpired U.S. passport for each woman owner. b. The joint venture agreement, if applicable. c. For limited liability companies, Articles of organization (also referred to as certificate of organization or articles of formation) and any amendments, and the operating agreement and any amendments. d. prior year taxes verifying business size e. For corporations, articles of incorporation and any amendments, by-laws and any amendments, all issued stock certificates, including the front and back copies, signed in accord with the by-laws, stock ledger, and voting agreements, if any.

d. prior year taxes verifying business size

Considering the availability of private financing, government financing is to be provided only to the extent actually needed for a. exercised options. b. any business requiring a cash flow advance. c. small business concerns requiring a cash flow advance. d. prompt and efficient performance.

d. prompt and efficient performance.

The government retains title to all government-furnished property until a. contract/subcontract closeout. b. the end of the period of performance. c. the claim is certified. d. properly disposed of.

d. properly disposed of.

The following are non-cost evaluation factors that address the quality or service of product solicited EXCEPT a. management capability b. personnel qualifications c. prior experience. d. proximity to the contracting officer

d. proximity to the contracting officer

The FAR is issued as Chapter 1 of Title 48 in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Subsequent chapters, with the chapter numbers to be assigned by the CFR, are reserved for a. The Secretary of Defense. b. The Administrator of General Services. c. NASA, under their several statutory authorities. d. Agency acquisition regulations that implement or supplement the FAR.

d. Agency acquisition regulations that implement or supplement the FAR.

A non-develomental (NDI) item is a. Any previously developed item of supply used exclusively for governmental purposes by a federal agency, a state or local government, or a foreign government with which the US has a mutual defense cooperative agreement. b. Any item that requires only minor modifications or modifications of a type customarily available in the commercial marketplace in order to meet the requirements of the procuring department or agency c. Any item of supply being produced that does not meet the requirements of "a" or "b" solely because the item is not in use yet. d. All of the above.

d. All of the above.

When using simplified acquisition procedures, the following are expected: a. evaluation of offers in a minimally burdensome fashion b. comparative evaluation c. factors such as past performance, or knowledge of and previous experience with the supply or service being acquired. d. All of the above. e. a and c only

d. All of the above.

The Small Business Act requires each agency to establish a. an Office of Large and Small Business Utilization. b. a Secretariat of Small Business Programs. c. an Office of Small Business Programs. d. an Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization.

d. An Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization.

The CO must calculate the time value of proposal-specified contract financing arrangements using the nominal rate specified via ______________________ as the interest rate. a. the Consumer Price Index b. the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act c. the Federal Funds Rate d. Appendix C of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-94, "Guidelines and Discount Rates for Benefit-Cost Analysis of Federal Program."

d. Appendix C of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-94, "Guidelines and Discount Rates for Benefit-Cost Analysis of Federal Program."

The SBA and an agency cooperate to match the agency's requirements with the capabilities of the 8(a) concerns. The selection of acquisitions for the 8(a) program is initiated in the following ways, EXCEPT: a. As a result of a search letter issued by the SBA (advising an agency of an 8(a) firm's capabilities and asks the agency to identify acquisitions to support the firm's business plan). b. By SBA's identification of a specific agency requirement for a particular 8(a) firm. c. By the agency's review of proposed acquisitions for the purpose of identifying requirements that may be offered to the SBA. d. By a firm's petition to be included by the SBA in the 8(a) program.

d. By a firm's petition to be included by the SBA in the 8(a) program.

This type of deviation affects more than one contract action, and, if an agency knows that it will require this type of deviation on a permanent basis, it should propose a FAR revision if appropriate. a. Minor Deviation b. Major Deviation c. Individual Deviation d. Class deviation

d. Class deviation

Property acquired, fabricated, or otherwise provided by the contractor for performing a contract and to which the government has title. a. Off-the-Shelf Item. b. Government Property c. Government-Furnished Property d. Contractor-Acquired Property

d. Contractor-Acquired Property

This type of analysis is the review and evaluation of the separate cost elements and profit in an offeror's proposal and the application of judgement to determine how well the proposed costs represent what cost the contract should be. a. Price Analysis b. Field Pricing c. Adequate Price Competition d. Cost Analysis

d. Cost Analysis

All of the following are FAR Part 32.1 Contract Financing Methods utilized for non-commercial items EXCEPT: a. Partial payments--more of a payment versus a financing method b. Progress payments based on percentage or stage completion--more of a payment versus a financing method c. Performance-based payments--made on the basis of performance measured by objective, quantifiable methods, accomplishment of defined events, or other quantifiable measures. d. Date-based payments--made on the basis of a monthly payment plan rather than performance or progress

d. Date-based payments--made on the basis of a monthly payment plan rather than performance or progress

Payment will be based on a. goods receipt b. receipt of a proper invoice c. government acceptance criteria d. receipt of a proper invoice and satisfactory contract performance.

d. receipt of a proper invoice and satisfactory contract performance.

Supplies and services are to be purchased from ______ sources at ________ and _________ prices. a. reasonable, responsible, fair. b. fair, reasonable, responsible c. discount, fair, reasonable d. responsible, fair, reasonable

d. responsible, fair, reasonable

What acquisitions for supplies or services are automatically reserved exclusively for small business concerns and shall be set aside for small business concerns? a. Each acquisition of supplies or services below $3,500. b. Each acquisition of supplies or services, regardless of value. c. Each acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $150,000 but not over $750,000. d. Each acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 but not over $150,000.

d. Each acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 but not over $150,000.

COs should issue a modification to the contract capturing the re-representation and report it to ____________ within ____ days after notification of the re-representation. a. SAM, 30 b. SBA, 30 c. SBA, 45 d. FPDS, 30

d. FPDS, 30

This type of loan is essentially the same as a conventional loan made by a private institution, except that the agency is obligated, on demand of the lender, to purchase a stated percentage of the loan and to share any losses in the amount of the agreed upon percentage. a. Advance Payment b. Progress Payment c. Prompt Payment d. Guaranteed

d. Guaranteed

A cash fund of a fixed amount established by an advance of funds, without charge to an appropriation, from an agency finance or disbursing officer to a duly appointed cashier, for disbursement as needed from time to time in making payment in cash for relatively small purchases. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Purchase Order c. Third Party Draft d. Imprest Fund e. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

d. Imprest Fund

Agreements under which the government contracts for the operation, maintenence, or support on its behalf of a government-owned or controlled research, development, special production, or testing establishment wholly or principally devoted to one or more major programs of the contracting federal agency. a. Interagency acquisition b. Leader Company contracting c. Multi-year contracting d. Management and Operating Contract

d. Management and Operating Contract

An acquisition of supplies or services using simplified acquisition procedures, the aggregate amount of which does not exceed $3,500. a. Cost Accounting Standards threshold b. Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA) threshold c. Simplified Acquisition threshold d. Micro-purchase threshold

d. Micro-purchase threshold

A unilateral right in a contract by which, for a specified period of time, the government may elect to purchase additional supplies or services called for in the contract, or may elect to extend the term of the contract, generally not extending beyond 5 years for services. a. Interagency acquisition b. Leader Company contracting c. Multi-year contracting d. Options

d. Options

What part of the uniform contract format is not physically included in the resulting contract, but retained in the contract file? a. Part I, The Schedule, which includes sections A through H b. Part II, Contract Clauses, section I c. Part III, List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J d. Part IV, Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

d. Part IV, Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

The scope of FAR Part 32 includes all of the following except a. Assignment of claims to aid in private financing b. Selected payment clauses c. Financing of purchases of commercial items d. Procurement thresholds e. Performance-based payments and Electronic funds transfer payments

d. Procurement thresholds;

FAR Part 32, Contract Financing prescribes policies and procedures for all of the following contract financing and other payment matters EXCEPT: a. Payment methods, including electronic funds transfer payments, partial payments and progress payments based on percentage or stage completion b. Loan guarantees, advance payments, and progress payments based on cost c. Administration of debts to the government arising out of contracts. d. Purchase Card statement reconciliation and collection of late payments e. Contract funding, including the use of contract clauses limiting costs or funds

d. Purchase Card statement reconciliation and collection of late payments

What is included in the uniform contract format Part IV? a. The Schedule, which includes sections A through H b. Contract Clauses, section I c. List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J d. Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

d. Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

What section of the uniform contract format is not physically included, but is incorporated by reference in the contract? a. Section H b. Section I c. Section J d. Section K

d. Section K (certs and reps)

If the CO reasonably expects that offers will include only commercial items including options, FAR Subpart 13.5 authorizes the use of simplified procedures for the acquisition of supplies and services in amounts greater than the ___________ threshold but not exceeding $__________, and up to $__________ to facilitate defense against nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack. a. TINA, $1.5 million, $5 million b. Micropurchase, $30,000, $150,000 c. Simplified Acquisition (SAT), $13 million, $19 million d. Simplified Acquisition (SAT), $7 million, $13 million

d. Simplified Acquisition (SAT), $7 million, $13 million

This statute requires that laberors and mechanics must be paid time and a half for overtime work (>40 hours per week). a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards statute (Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act).

d. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards statute (Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act).

What is the primary document (and agency regulations that implement or supplement this document) of the Federal Acquisition Regulations System? a. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) b. The Defense Acquisition Regulations (DAR) c. The U.S. Code (U.S.C.) d. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

d. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Any contracting officer who receives a protest, whether timely or not, or who, as the contracting officer, wishes to protest the small business representation of an offeror, or representation of a contractor, shall promptly forward the protest to a. The Small Business Administration b. The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Programs for the geographical area where the principal office of the concern is located. c. The agency head. d. The SBA Government Contracting Area Office for the geographical area where the principal office of the concern is located.

d. The SBA Government Contracting Area Office for the geographical are where the principal office of the concern is located.

The FAR is prepared, issued, and maintained and the FAR System prescribed by all of the following EXCEPT: a. The Secretary of Defense b. The Administrator of General Services c. NASA, under their several statutory authorities d. The Secretary of State under their several statutory authorities

d. The Secretary of State under their several statutory authorities

This statute applies to supply contracts valued in excess of $15,000, addressing such matters as minimum wages, maximum hours, child labor, convict labor, and safe and sanitary working conditions. a. The Wage Rate Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) b. The Kickbacks statute (Copeland (Anit-Kickback)Act) c. The Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) d. The Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act

d. The Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act

Communications may be used for which of the following? a. To cure proposal deficiencies or material omissions b. To materially alter cost or technical aspects of the proposal c. To otherwise revise the proposal d. To rate proposals for the purpose of establishing the competitive range.

d. To rate proposals for the purpose of establishing the competitive range.

To make administratvie changes, issue change orders, make changes authorized by clauses other than the Changes clause, as well as issue terminations notices. a. Bilateral contract modification b. Change order c. Task order d. Unilateral contract modification

d. Unilateral contract modification

COs may obtain wage determinations using the a. System for Award Management (SAM) b. the GSA's e-Buy website c. GSA Advantage! d. WDOL website or the Department of Labor's e98 electronic process.

d. WDOL website or the Department of Labor's e98 electronic process.

Regarding personal services contracts, each contract arrangement must be judged in light of its own facts and circumstances, the key question always being: a. Is the contract T&M, CPFF, or FFP w/ FPI? b. Will Congress specifically authorize the acquisition of specified services by contract? c. Will the contracting officer specifically authorize the acquisition of specified services by contract? d. Will the government exercise relatively continuous supervision and control over the contractor personnel performing the contract?

d. Will the government exercise relatively continuous supervision and control over the contractor personnel performing the contract?

Contract modifications may be a. bilateral b. unilateral c. trilateral d. a & b e. a & c

d. a & b

The Progress Payments clause provides a Government right to reduce or suspend progress payments, or to increase the liquidation rate, under all of the following specified conditions: a. Fair value of undelivered work b. Loss contracts c. Large business concern d. a & b only e. a & c only

d. a & b only

An Oral RFP may be authorized when a. processing a written solicitation would delay the acquisition of supplies or services to the detriment of the government b. a notice is not required under 5.202 exceptions. c. processing a written solicitation would delay the acquisition of services ONLY to the detriment of the government d. a and b e. b and c

d. a and b

Award is made to the responsible bidder whose bid is a. responsive to the terms of the IFB b. most advantageous to the government, considering only price and price related factors c. most advantageous to the government, considering only fee and incentive related factors d. a and b e. a and c

d. a and b

BPAs are considered complete when a. the purchases under them equal their total dollar limitation, if any b. their stated time period expires c. supplies have been delivered to a post-office, common carrier, or point of first receipt by the government d. a and b e. b and c

d. a and b

Consent is required for fixed-price subcontracts that exceed a. for the DoD, Coast Guard and NSA, the greater of the SAT or 5% of the total estimated cost of the contract b. for civilian agencies (other than the Coast Guard and NASA) either the SAT or 5% of the total estimated cost of the contract. c. $13.5 million or Both more than the pertinent certified cost or pricing data threshold and more that 10% of the prime contractor's proposed price, unless the contracting officer believes such a submission unnecessary d. a and b

d. a and b

For a modification confirming termination, the contracting officer's previous letter determination of the amount due in settlement of a contract termination for convenience, the effective date a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice. b. shall be the date agreed upon by the contracting parties c. shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change. d. shall be the same as the effective date of the previous letter determination.

d. shall be the same as the effective date of the previous letter determination.

For a modification converting a termination for default to a termination for the convenience of the government, the effective date a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice. b. shall be the date agreed upon by the contracting parties c. shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change. d. shall be the same as the effective date of the termination for default

d. shall be the same as the effective date of the termination for default

Contracts are awarded in the following order of priority in the case of equal low bids: a. other business concerns, other small business concerns, small business concerns that are also labor surplus area concerns. b. small business concerns, small business concerns that are also labor surplus area concerns, other business concerns. c. small business concerns that are also labor surplus area concerns, other business concerns, small business concerns. d. small business concerns that are also labor surplus area concerns, small business concerns, other business concerns.

d. small business concerns that are also labor surplus area concerns, small business concerns, other business concerns.

For solicitations involving bundling that offer significant subcontracting, the CO must include what evaluation factor? a. management capability b. personnel qualifications c. prior experience d. small business participation

d. small business participation

BPAs under the SAT do not include the following: a. notice of individuals authorized to place orders b. delivery tickets c. invoices d. technical evaluations

d. technical evaluations

Acquisition-related dollar thresholds established by the following are subject to the U.S.C. statute regarding escalation via the Consumer Price Index (CPI): a. Construction Wage Rates Requirements statute (Davis-Beacon Act) b. Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Service Contract Act of 1965) c. U.S. Trade Representative pursuant to the authority of the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 d. the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

d. the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Challenges and questions concerning a specific representation shall be referred to a. the contracting officer. b. the FAR secretariat. c. the Secretary of Labor. d. the Small Business Administration

d. the Small Business Administration

Unless specifically prohibited by another provision of law, authority and responsibility to contract for authorized supplies and services are vested in a. the contracting officer b. the contracting officer's representative c. the head of contracting authority d. the head of the agency

d. the head of the agency

The contracting officer must promote competition to the maximum extent practicable to obtain supplies and services from the source whose offer is a. the lowest b. a small business c. the most advantageous to the contractor, considering the administrative cost of the purchase. d. the most advantageous to the government, considering the administrative cost of the purchase.

d. the most advantageous to the government, considering the administrative cost of the purchase.

If the apparently successful offeror fails to negotiate a subcontracting plan acceptable to the CO within the time limit prescribed by the CO, a. the offeror may appeal directly to the SBA. b. the offeror may be penalized during the evaluation process. c. the offeror may appeal directly to the HCA. d. the offeror will be ineligible for award.

d. the offeror will be ineligible for award.

Purchases using Imprest Funds or Third Party Drafts shall be based upon all of the following EXCEPT: a. an authorized purchase requisition b. contracting officer verification statement c. an agency approved method of ensuring adequate funds are available for purchase d. there is no procedural basis since the funding thresholds for both imprest funds and third party drafts fall below the micro-purchase threshold.

d. there is no procedural basis since the funding thresholds for both imprest funds and third party drafts fall below the micro-purchase threshold.

What is the required format for an RFI? a. the uniform contract format outlined in FAR Table 15-1 b. the uniform request for information format outlined in FAR 15-1. c. the format prescribed in FAR 2.101 d. there is no required RFI format

d. there is no required RFI format

For requirements in NAICS codes designated by SBA as substantially underrepresented, a CO may restrict competition to WOSB (including EDWOSB) concerns if the CO has a reasonable expectation based on market research that a. that offers will be obtained from at least two WOSB (including EDWOSB) concerns at fair market prices. b. The anticipated award price of the contract (including options) will not exceed $6.5m for contracts assigned a NAICS code for manufacturing, or $4m for all other contracts. c. The anticipated award price of the contract (including options) will not exceed $13m for contracts assigned a NAICS code for manufacturing, or $7m for all other contracts. d. a and b e. a and c

d. a and b

In a competitive source selection, the award will be made to the offeror whose proposal represents a. the best value where price is a substantial factor b. no finding that the price of the otherwise successful offeror is unreasonable c. the lowest priced technically acceptable offer d. a and b e. b and c

d. a and b

Simplified acquisition methods include the following: a. imprest funds b. third-party drafts c. cash payments less than $650 d. a and b e. a and c

d. a and b

The preferred techniques for price analysis are a. comparison of prices received in response to the solicitation b. comparison with previously proposed prices with current proposed prices for same or similar items c. engineering estimates d. a and b e. a and c

d. a and b

There are two types of wage determinations; a. general. b. project c. direct d. a and b e. b and c

d. a and b

When not using a structured approach, contracting officers shall comply with the common factors of FAR 15.404-4(d)(1) in developing profit or fee pre-negotiation objectives. Which are common factors of 15.404-4(d)(1)? a. Cost-control and other past accomplishments b. Independent development c. An approved purchasing system d. a and b e. b and c

d. a and b

Written acceptance of purchase order modifications is a. not required. b. required if determined by the CO to be necessary to ensure contractor compliance with the purchase order or otherwise by agency regulation. c. always required d. a and b

d. a and b

If a protest is received that challenges the small business status of an offeror not being considered for award, the contracting officer a. shall forward the protest to the SBA with a notation that the concern is not being considered for award and notify the protester of this action. b. is not required to suspend contract action. c. is required to suspend contract action. d. a and b only e. a and c only

d. a and b only

The micro-purchase threshold is $3,500; except for acquisitions of supplies or services that, as determined by the HCA, are to be used to support a contingency operation or to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical or radiological attack, except for construction subject to the Construction Wage Rates Requirements statute (Davis-Bacon Act) are a. $20,000 for any contract to be awarded and performed or purchased inside the United States b. $30,000 for any contract to be awarded and performed or purchased outside the United States c. $30,000 for any contract regardless of the location the contract is to be awarded and performed or purchased d. a and b only

d. a and b only

A pre-bid conference may be used a. generally in a complex acquisition. b. as a means of briefing complicated specifications and requirements. c. as a substitute for amending a defective or ambiguous invitation. d. a and b only. e. b and c only.

d. a and b only.

The contractor shall submit certified cost and pricing data to the government for subcontracts that are the lower of a. $13.5 million b. $7.5 million c. Both more than the pertinent certified cost or pricing threshold and more than 10% of the prime contractor's proposed price, unless the contracting officer believes that such submission is unnecessary d. a and c e. b and c

d. a and c

The following descriptive elements should be used as a guide in assessing whether a proposed contract is personal in nature, except: a. The need for the type of service provided can reasonably be expected to last beyond one year b. The need for the type of service provided can reasonably be expected to last beyond two years c. Comparable services meeting comparable needs are performed in the same or similar agencies using civil service personnel. d. a and c e. b and c

d. a and c

If the procuring agency determines that an item was developed exclusively at private expense and sold in substantial quantities on a competitive basis to multiple state and local governments it is a. a technically acceptable item b. subject to the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) c. subject to increased quality and inspection criteria d. a non-developmental item (NDI)

d. a nondevelopmental item (NDI)

At minimum, a determination and finding (D&F) must contain all of the following EXCEPT: a. citation of the appropriate statute/regulation upon which the D&F is based. b. findings that detail the particular circumstances, facts or reasoning essential to support the determination. c. a determination, based on the findings, that the proposed action is justified under the applicable statue or regulation. d. a remedy to the D&F, as proposed by the COR.

d. a remedy to the D&F, as proposed by the COR.

Above the simplified acquisition threshold, the CO shall first consider an acquisition for the small business socioeconomic programs (i.e., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB or WOSB programs) before considering a. bundling of separate, smaller contracts. b. cost or pricing data. c. other than cost or pricing data. d. a small business set aside.

d. a small business set aside.

Contents of an acceptable subcontracting plan are outlined in FAR 19.704 and must include a. a statement of the total dollars planned to be subcontracted to small businesses. b. a statement of which supplies or services to be will be attributed to small business. c. SBA approval and signature d. a statement of the total dollars to be subcontracted and a statement of the total dollars planned to be subcontracted to small businesses.

d. a statement of the total dollars to be subcontracted and a statement of the total dollars planned to be subcontracted to small businesses.

The Acceptance clause within FAR 52.212-4, "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items" relies on a. contractors assurances that the commercial item conforms to the contract requirements b. the government's right to reject or refuse acceptance of noncomforming products. c. generally non-complex acquisitions d. a, b and c e. a and c only

d. a, b and c

Those services provided under contract by nongovernmental sources to support or improve organizational policy development, decision making, management and administration, program and/or project management and administration, or R&D activities. a. contracting b. electronic commerce c. non-developmental items d. advisory and assistance services

d. advisory and assistance services

A COR must be a. a government employee, unless otherwise authorized in agency regulations b. be qualified by training and experience commensurate with the responsibilities to be delegated c. be certified and maintain certification d. all of the above

d. all of the above

A services contract may be personal in nature if the inherent nature of the service, or the manner in which it is provided, reasonably requires directly or indirectly, government direction or supervision of contract employees in order to a. adequately protect the government's interest b. retain control of the function involved c. retain full personal responsibility for the function supported in a duly authorized federal officer or employee d. all of the above e. b and c only.

d. all of the above

After determining that a blanket purchase order (BPA) would be advantageous, COs should consider suppliers a. whose past performance has shown them to be dependable. b. who offer quality supplies or services at consistently lower prices. c. who have provided numerous purchases at or below the simplified acquisition threshold. d. all of the above e. a and b only.

d. all of the above

Agency compliance with the FAR is the responsibility of a. the Secretary of Defense for military departments and defense agencies. b. the Administrator of General Services for civilian agencies. c. the Administrator of NASA for NASA activities d. all of the above e. a and b only

d. all of the above

Any item that requires only minor modifications or modifications of a type customarily available in the commercial marketplace in order to meet the requirements of the procuring department or agency. a. commercial item b. non-developmental item c. commercial-off-the-shelf item d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Contracts include but are not limited to the following: a. awards and notices of awards b. job orders or task letters under basic ordering agreements c. letter contracts d. all of the above e. b and c only

d. all of the above

If, after award, certified cost or pricing data are found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or noncurrent, the government is entitled to the following: a. price adjustment, including profit or fee b. recovery of overpayment plus interest on the overpayment c. penalty amounts on certain overpayments d. all of the above

d. all of the above

In what instance would the inclusion of an option not be in the government's best interest? a. when foreseeable requirements involve minimum economic quantities b. delivery requirements are far enough in the future to permit competitive acquisition, production and delivery c. when an indefinite quantity or requirements contract would be more appropriate d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Pre-award debriefings shall include a. the agency's evaluation of significant elements of the offeror's proposal b. summary of rationale for elimination c. reasonable responses to relevant questions d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Preferred techniques for price analysis may include a. parametric estimating methods b. comparison with competitive published price lists c. independent cost estimates. d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The CO shall use Standard Form (SF) 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items if a. the acquisition is expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. b. a paper solicitation or contract is being used. c. streamlined solicitation procedures are not being used. d. all of the above

d. all of the above

The Contractor Purchasing System Review provides the ACO a basis for which of the following actions in regards to a contractors purchasing system? a. granting approval b. withholding approval c. withdrawing approval d. all of the above e. b and c only

d. all of the above

The governmentwide commercial card may be used a. for micro-purchases b. to place task or delivery orders (if authorized in the agreement) c. to make payments when the contractor agrees to accept payment by the card d. all of the above

d. all of the above

What information is prohibited by disclosure by FAR 24.202 and/or exempt from the Freedom of Information act? a. trade secrets b. proprietary information c. past performance references d. all of the above e. none of the above

d. all of the above

When acquiring services that include uncompensated overtime, COs must conduct a risk assessment and evaluate, for award on that basis, a. any proposals received that reflect factors such as unrealistically low labor rates b. unbalanced distribution of uncompensated overtime among skill levels c. its use in key technical positions d. all of the above

d. all of the above

Who may challenge a subcontractor's size status representation? a. the contractor b. the CO c. any other interested party d. all of the above

d. all of the above

At minimum, a debriefing must include what? a. evaluation of significant weaknesses and/or deficiencies b. Cost or price and technical rating of the successful bid and the debriefed. c. Overall ranking d. all of the above e. a and c only

d. all of the above 4. summary of rationale 5. make and model of item to be delivered by the successful offeror (commercial only) 6. reasonable responses to relevant questions

Bundling separate small contracts into a solicitation for a single contract may likely to be unsuitable for award to a small business concern due to a. the diversity, size or specialized nature of the elements of the performance specified b. the aggregate dollar value of the anticipated award c. the geographical dispersion of the contract performance sites d. all of the above e. only b and c

d. all of the above (any combination of a, b & c)

If a policy, procedure, strategy or practice is in the best interest of the government and is not specifically addressed in the FAR or prohibited by law, executive order or regulation, government members should assume that absence of direction should be interpreted as a. permitting. b. a chance to innovate. c. a chance to use sound business judgement that is consistent with law. d. all of the above, within the limits of their authority. e. all of the above, with approval of the HCA and/or CO.

d. all of the above, within the limits of their authority.

"Minor modifications" of a commercial item do not significantly alter a. the non-governmental function of in item or component b. essential physical characteristics of in item or component c. change the purpose of a process d. all of the above. e. b and c only.

d. all of the above.

Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) may be established with a. a single firm from which numerous individual purchases at or below the SAT will likely be made in a given period. b. Federal Supply Schedule Contractors, if not inconsistent with the terms of the applicable Schedule contract. c. with one or more suppliers for supplies or services of the same type to provide maximum practicable competition d. all of the above. e. a and b only

d. all of the above.

Contracts may express options for increased quantities of supplies or services in terms of a. a percentage of specific line items b. an increase of specific line items c. additional numbered line items identified as the option d. all of the above. e. a and b only

d. all of the above.

Cost analysis may also be used to evaluate a. information other than certified cost or pricing data b. to determine cost reasonableness c. to determine cost realism. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

For IFB's below the SAT, to avoid unduly restricting competition or paying higher-than-necessary prices, reasonable bidding times are to be established based upon a. degree of urgency. b. complexity c. anticipated extent of subcontracting d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

For IFB's below the SAT, to avoid unduly restricting competition or paying higher-than-necessary prices, reasonable bidding times are to be established based upon a. whether use was made of pre-solicitation notices b. geographic distribution of bidders c. normal transmittal time for both invitations and bids. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

Solicitations and contracts must specify a. payment procedures b. payment due dates. c. interest penalties for late invoice payment d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

Terminations are generally settled by one of the following methods: a. negotiated agreement. b. TCO determination c. costing out under SF 1034 d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

d. all of the above.

The CO may authorize rent-free use of government property a. in the possession of nonprofit organizations when used for research, development, or educational work. b. if it will not be used for the direct benefit of the profit making organization. c. if the government receives some benefit or it is in the national interest. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

The following descriptive elements should be used as a guide in assessing whether a proposed contract is personal in nature: a. Performance on the government's site b. Principal tools and equipment furnished by the government c. Services are applied directly to the integral effort of agencies or an organizational subpart in furtherance of an assigned function or mission d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

The simplified acquisition procedures should be used for all purchases of supplies or services not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, including micro-purchases, unless requirements can be met using a. sources of supply under FAR Part 8 (such as Federal Prison Industries) b. existing ID/IQ contracts c. other established contracts. d. all of the above. e. b and c only.

d. all of the above.

To be eligible for award as a small business, representation by the offeror of size status a. must represent in good faith that it is a small business at the time of its written presentation. b. may represent that it is a small business concern in connection with a specific solicitation if it meets the definition of a small business concern applicable to the solicitation. c. has not been determined by the SBA to be other than a small business. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

Unless otherwise specified, the application of FAR changes to solicitations and contracts a. apply to solicitations issued on or after the effective date of the change. b. COs may, at their discretion, include FAR changes in solicitations issued before the effective date, provided award of the resulting contract(s)s occurs on or after the effective date. c. COs may, at their discretion, include the changes in any existing contract with appropriate consideration. d. all of the above. e. b and c only.

d. all of the above.

Unusual progress payments may be applied when only when a. the contract necessitates pre-delivery expenditures that are large in relation to the contract price and in relation to the contractor's working capital and credit. b. the contractor fully documents an actual need to supplement any private financing available. c. the contractor's request is approved by the head of the contracting activity. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

What are exceptions to certified cost or pricing data required by The Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) threshold? a. adequate price competition b. prices set by law or regulation c. Commercial items per FAR 2.101 d. all of the above. e. a and c only

d. all of the above.

When competitive quotes or offers are not available as a basis for price reasonableness, the determination may be made via a. market research. b. comparison of the proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases. c. current price lists, catalogs, or advertisements. d. all of the above.

d. all of the above.

Which of the following fall under the definition of price? a. A monetary unit given, received, or asked for in exchange for supplies or services b. The amount of money or equivalent paid or charged for supplies or services c. Cost plus any fee or profit or fee. d. all of the above. e. a and b only

d. all of the above.

The following are considered acceptable evidence to establish the time of receipt of a proposal at the government installation EXCEPT: a. time/date stamp of the government installation on the proposal "wrapper." b. other documentary evidence of receipt maintained by the government installation c. oral testimony or statements of government personnel d. time/date stamp of the offeror installation on the proposal "wrapper."

d. time/date stamp of the offeror location on the proposal "wrapper."

The Statement of Guiding Principles, or vision for the Federal Acquisition System, includes all of the following EXCEPT: a. to deliver on a timely basis the best value product or service to the customer b. to maintain the public's trust and fulfill public policy objectives c. to ensure that participants in the acquisition process should work together as a team and be empowered to make decision in their area of responsibility d. to ensure that the government maintains strict control and punitive rights against contractors who do not perform to the requirements of the FAR

d. to ensure that the government maintains strict control and punitive rights against contractors who do not perform to the requirements of the FAR.

A written proposal for the purpose of obtaining a contract with the government that is not in response to a request for proposals, broad agency announcement, small business innovation research topic, program R&D announcement, or any other gov't initiated solicitation. a. request for information (RFI) b. request for proposal (RFP) c. request for quote (RFQ) d. unsolicited proposal

d. unsolicited proposal

A contractor may assign monies due or to become due under a government order or contract the following instances EXCEPT: a. when its value exceeds $1000 b. when the assignment is made to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution. c. when the contractual document does not prohibit the assignment d. when it is directed by law via bankruptcy, reorganization or other legal mechanism. e. when the assignee sends a written notice of the assignment to the contract officer or the agency head.

d. when it is directed by law via bankruptcy, reorganization or other legal mechanism. This answer isn't real.

The System for Award Management database includes information regarding a. small business key personnel salary information b. previously proposed prices and past performance data c. publically documented government procurement procedures d. whether a contractor has delinquent debt subject to collection under the Treasury Offset Program (TOP)

d. whether a contractor has delinquent debt subject to collection under the Treasury Offset Program (TOP)

In some markets, it may be customary commercial practice for contractors to exclude or limit implied warranties contained in FAR 52.212-4, "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items." What options are available to the CO if this is the case? a. The CO shall ensure that the express warranty provides for the repair or replacement of defective items discovered within a reasonable period of time after acceptance. b. Acceptable express warranties shall be included in the contract by addendum. c. The CO shall not accept any warranty exclusions or limitations that deviate from FAR 52.212-4. d. all of the above e. a and b only.

e. a and b only.

Letter contracts and similar undefinitized instruments, which would otherwise require a subcontracting plan shall a. contain at least a preliminary basic plan addressing the requirements of 19.704 b. require the negotitation of the final plan within 90 days after award or before definitization, whichever occurs first. c. require SBA approval prior to execution of any letter contract or similar undefinitized instrument. d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

e. a and b only.

Generally a warranty should provide for a. a contractual right for the correction of defects b. a stated period of time or use or specified event after acceptance allowing the government to assert contractual rights for the correction of defects. c. a contractual right to terminate the contract. d. a and c. e. a and b.

e. a and b.

The simplified acquisition threshold is $150,000. However, for acquisitions of supplies or services that, as determined by the head of the agency, are to be used to support a contingency operation or to facilitate defense against or recovery from a nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack, the threshold is a. $300,000 for any contract awarded and performed or purchased inside the United States b. $1 million for any contract awarded and performed or purchased inside the United States c. $1 million for any contract awarded and performed or purchased outside the United States d. b and c e. a and c

e. a and c

What are general requirements of the source selection authority (SSA) when making an award? a. must be made independently b. can be altered after receipt of all offeror proposal submissions c. based on a comparative assessment of proposals against all source selection criteria in the solicitation d. a and b e. a and c

e. a and c

The following paragraphs of the clause at 52.212-4 "Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items" are statutory requirements and shall not be tailored per FAR Clause 12.302: a. compliance with laws unique to government contracts and "other compliances" b. comliance with Standard Form (SF) 1449 c. unauthorized obligations d. a and b only e. a and c only

e. a and c only

When might a bid sample be appropriate? a. For products that must be suitable from the standpoint of balance, facility of use, general "feel," color or pattern b. For other characteristics that can be described adequately in the specification. c. For other characteristics that cannot be described adequately in the specification. d. a and b. e. a and c.

e. a and c.

At minimum, the CO must include what in the discussions with the offerors? a. award deficiencies b. significant weaknesses c. adverse past performance d. a and b only e. a, b and c

e. a, b and c

Where is the FAR published? a. The daily issue of the Federal Register b. In cumulated form in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) c. A seperate, loose-leaf edition. d. Online e. a, b and c only

e. a, b and c only

A CO may commence in negotiations on a sole source basis on an unsolicited proposal only when a. the proposal has received a favorable comprehensive evaluation b. justification and approval has been obtained for research proposals c. funds are furnished d. the CO has complied with synopsis requirements e. all of the above

e. all of the above

Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available due to a. urgency b. exclusive licensing agreements c. brand-name d. industrial mobilization e. all of the above

e. all of the above

FAR Part 32, Contract Financing prescribes policies and procedures for contract financing and other payment matters including: a. Assignment of claims to aid private financing b. Selected payment clauses c. Financing of purchases of commercial items d. Performance based payments e. all of the above

e. all of the above

If the subcontractor does not have an approved purchasing system, consent to subcontract is required for a. cost-reimbursement b. time and materials c. labor hour d. letter contracts e. all of the above

e. all of the above

Options may be exercised within the time period specified in the contract only afterit has been determined that a. funds are available b. the contractor is not found in the SAM exclusions c. the option was synopsized in accordance with FAR Part 5 d. the requirement fulfills an existing government need and is in the best interest of the government e. all of the above

e. all of the above

SF 44 Purchase Order-Invoice-Voucher may be used when a. the amount of the purchase is at or below the micro-purchase threshold. b. the supplies or services are immediately available. c. one delivery and one payment will be made. d. its use is determined to be more economical and efficient than use of other simplified acquisition procedures. e. all of the above

e. all of the above

Standard Form 30 (SF30), Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract, shall be used a. for any amendment to a solicitation, change orders issued under the Changes clause, or any other unilateral contract modification b. for modifications that change the price of contracts for the acquisition of petroleum as a result of price adjustment, termination notices and purchase order modifications. c. supplemental agreements d. removal, reinstatement or addition of funds to a contract. e. all of the above

e. all of the above

The ACO shall determine the need for a CPSR based on, but not limited to, a contractors a. past performance b. volume c. complexity d. dollar values e. all of the above

e. all of the above

The agency shall return an unsolicited proposal to the offeror, citing reasons, when it's substance a. Is already available from another source b. closely resembles a pending competitive acquisition c. does not relate to the activity's mission d. is not deemed a meritous proposal e. all of the above

e. all of the above

The protest, or confirmation if the protest was initiated orally, shall be a. in writing b. contain the basis for the protest c. specific d. detailed as to the evidence supporting the allegation that the offeror is not small. e. all of the above

e. all of the above

Two-Step sealed bidding may be used in preference to negotiation when a. Specifications and descriptions are undefined, incomplete or too restrictive without technical evaluation and mutual understanding. b. Definite criteria exist for evaluating technical proposals, and more than one technically qualified source is expected to be available. c. Sufficient time will be available for the two-step method. d. a firm-fixed-price contract or a fixed price contract with economic price adjustment will be used. e. all of the above

e. all of the above

What techniques does the government use to promote early exchanges of information? a. industry or small business conferences b. market research c. one-on-one meetings with potential offerors d. presolicitation notices and/or presolicitation or preproposal conferences e. all of the above

e. all of the above

A low bidder may be requested to delete objectionable conditions from a bid provided the conditions do not go to the "substance" of the bid, meaning it affects a. price b. quantity c. quality d. delivery e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

A protest may be made in writing if a. it is delivered to the contracting officer by hand. b. it is delivered to the contracting officer by telegram. c. it is delivered to the contracting officer by post-marked letter. d. within the 5 day period. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Acceptance a. constitutes acknowledgement that the supplies or services conform with applicable contract quality and quantity requirements. b. may take place before delivery, at the time of delivery, or after delivery, depending on the provisions of the terms and conditions of the contract. c. shall ordinarily be evidenced by execution of an acceptance certificate on an inspection or receiving report or commercial shipping document (packing list). d. shall ordinarily not occur prior to completion of government contract quality assurance actions. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Unauthorized commitments may be ratified in all of the following situations EXCEPT: a. Supplies or services have been provided to and accepted by the government, or the government otherwise has obtained or will obtain a benefit resulting from performance of the unauthorized commitment b. The resulting contract would otherwise have been proper if made by an appropriate contracting officer c. the contracting officer determines the price to be fair and reasonable d. although the contracting officer does not recommend payment, legal counsel overrides the recommendation.

d. although the contracting officer does not recommend payment, legal counsel overrides the recommendation. Can only be ratified if the CO recommends payment and legal counsel concurs. One should not override the other.

The CO placing orders under a BPA, or a designated representative, shall review a sufficient random sample of the BPA files at least _______ to ensure that authorized procedures are being followed. a. monthly b. quarterly c. twice annually d. annually

d. annually

The CO that entered into the BPA shall ensure that each BPA is reviewed at least _______ , and updated if necessary. a. monthly b. quarterly c. twice annually d. annually

d. annually

The Termination clause within FAR 52.212-4, "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items" relies on all remedies EXCEPT: a. all the remedies available to any buyer in the marketplace b. the ability to acquire similar items from another contractor c. the ability to charge the defaulted contractor with any excess reprocurement costs and incidental or consequential damages incurred. d. audit of the contractors procurement system

d. audit of the contrators procurement system

A CO may reject the SBA's set-aside recommendations, however, a. the SBA may appeal. b. pending resolution, all action on the acquisition is suspended. c. the acquisition may proceed during the appeal process. d. both a and b e. both a and c

d. both a and b

A CO may reject the SBA's set-aside recommendations, however, the SBA may appeal, and, pending resolution, all action on the acquisition is suspended. This requirement does not apply to a. purchases below the micro-purchase threshold. b. purchases from required sources of supply under FAR Part 8 (such as Federal Prison Industries). c. purchases of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding the micro-purchase threshold but not over the SAT. d. both a and b. e. both b and c.

d. both a and b

A HUBZone joint venture of two or more HUBZone small business concerns may submit an offer for a HUBZone contract as long as a. each concern is small under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the contract. b. the aggregate total of the joint venture is small under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the contract. c. at least one concern is small under the size standard corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the contract. d. both a and b e. both b and c

d. both a and b

A funding system whereby the CO receives authorization from a fiscal and accounting officer to obligate funds on purchase documents against a specified lump sum of funds reserved for the purpose for a specified period of time rather than obtaining individual obligational authority on each purchase document. a. bundling b. ID/IQ c. blanket purchase agreement d. bulk funding

d. bulk funding

Simplified acquisition methods do not include the following: a. purchase orders b. blanket purchase agreements c. governmentwide commercial purchase card d. cash payments less than $650

d. cash payments less than $650

In general terms, a written demand or written assertion by one of the contracting parties seeking, as a matter of right, the payment of money in a sum cerain, the adjustment or interpretation of contract terms, or other relief arising under or relating to the contract. a. assertion b. declaration c. petition d. claim

d. claim

What may be conducted to enhance government understanding of the proposal, allow reasonable interpretation of the proposal, or facilitate the evaluation process. a. discussion b. clarification c. negotiation d. communication

d. communication

With regards to quality assurance, agencies shall ensure all of the following EXCEPT a. contracts include inspection and other quality requirements, including warranty clauses when necessary to protect the government's interest. b. Supplies or services tendered meet contract requirements. c. Government contract quality assurance is conducted before acceptance under the direction of government personnel. d. Compliance with government mandated quality control systems. e. No contract precludes the government from performing inspection.

d. compliance with government mandated quality control systems.

A person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings is a a. head of contracting authority (HCA) b. administrative contracting officer (ACO) c. termination contracting officer (TCO) d. contracting officer (CO)

d. contracting officer (CO)

All facts that, as of the date of the agreement or, if applicable, an earlier date agreed upon by the parties that is as close as practicable to the date of agreement of price, prudent buyers and sellers would reasonably expect to affect price negotiations significantly. a. tradeoff b. lowest price technically acceptable c. cost realism d. cost or pricing data

d. cost or pricing data

In a commercial acquisition, the following contract types shall be used except: a. firm-fixed-price b. firm-fixed-price with economic adjustment c. time-and-materials or labor-hour d. cost-plus-fixed-fee

d. cost-plus-fixed-fee

To implement subcontracting plans, the contractor shall perform all of the following functions EXCEPT: a. confirm that a subcontractor representing itself as a HUBZone small business concern is identified as a certified HUBZone small business concern via the SAM database or by contacting the SBA b. Provide notice to subcontractors concerning penalties and remedies for misrepresentations of business status c. For all competitive subcontracts over the SAT in which a small business concern received a small business preference, upon determination of the successful subcontract offeror, the contractor must inform each unsuccessful small business subcontract offeror in writing of the name and location of the apparent successful offeror prior to award of the contract. d. counsel small business concerns that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible small business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices.

d. counsel small business concerns that offers will be obtained from at least two responsible small business concerns, and award will be made at fair market prices.

A conclusion or decision supported by the findings: a. ratification b. citation c. consent d. determination

d. determination

When negotiations are conducted in a competitive acquisition, they take place after the establishment of the competitive range and are called what? a. clarifications b. negotiations c. communications d. discussions

d. discussions

After receiving notice of termination, the prime contractor shall do all of the following EXCEPT a. stop work immediately, stop placing subcontracts, and termiate all subcontracts pursuant to the termination. b. immediately advise the TCO of any special circumstances or legal proceedings precluding the stop-work. c. submit any supported request for equitable adjustment. d. dispose of any government furnished property. e. Settle outstanding liabilities, submit the settlement proposal, and dispose of terminated inventory.

d. dispose of any government furnished property. The correct answer is to protect and preserve government-furnished property and deliver it to the government.

If the action establishes a maximum quantity of supplies or services to be acquired or establishes a ceiling price or establishes the final price to be based on current events, the final anticipated dollar value must be the highest final priced alternative to the government, including the dollar value of all options. a. imperative sentences b. words and terms c. delegation of authority d. dollar thresholds

d. dollar thresholds

Unless otherwise specified, a specific dollar value for the purpose of applicability is the final anticipated dollar value of the action, including dollar value of all options. a. imperative sentences b. words and terms c. delegation of authority d. dollar thresholds

d. dollar thresholds

FAR Subpart 12.5 provides a list of laws not applicable to ___________ agency contracts. a. legislative b. judicial c. defense d. executive

d. executive

Contracting does not include a. description (but not determination) of supplies and services required b. solicitation of sources c. preparation and award of contracts d. grants or cooperative agreements

d. grants or cooperative agreements

When might a Letter RFP be utilized? a. when the solicitation exceeds the Cost Accounting Standards threshold (CAS) b. when the solicitation exceeds the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) c. when the acquisition requires certified cost and pricing data in accordance with the Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (the Truth in Negotiations Act, TINA) unless an exception exists. d. in sole source acquisitions and "other appropriate circumstances"

d. in sole source acquisitions and "other appropriate circumstances"

A concern that, together with its first-tier subcontractors, will perform substantially in labor surplus areas is a a. labor hour contract b. labor law c. labor surplus area d. labor surplus area concern

d. labor surplus area concern

What source selection process is appropriate when best value is expected to result from selection of the technically acceptable proposal with the lowest evaluated price? a. past performance b. certified cost and pricing data c. discussions d. lowest price technically acceptable

d. lowest price technically acceptable

Determinations to make a set-aside may be unilateral. What does this mean? a. made by the SBA b. made by the agency c. made by the HCA d. made by the CO

d. made by the CO

Collecting and analyzing information about capabilities within the market to satisfy agency needs. a. other than cost or pricing data b. simplified acquisition research c. best value d. market research

d. market research

When supplies or services are accepted with critical or major nonconformances as authorized by the FAR, the CO must a. document the nonconformance per agency procedures and file a claim for certification. b. modify the contract to include additional funding for contractor quality support services. c. do nothing, as the government self-insures. d. modify the contract to provide for an equitable price reduction or other consideration.

d. modify the contract to provide for an equitable price reduction or other consideration.

Which is not true of multi-year contracting: a. lowers cost, enhances standardization, and reduces administrative burden. b. continuity of production or performance, potentially avoiding annual startup, testing, make-ready, and phse-out expenses. c. removes need to establish quality control best practices year over year. d. narrows the competitive base due to large quantities and high startup costs e. provides incentive to improve productivity through investment in capital equipment, facilities, and technology.

d. narrows the competitive base due to large quantities and high startup costs BROADENS the competitive base with opportunity for firms not otherwise willing or able to compete for lesser quantities, particularly in cases involving high startup costs.

Who may create or authorize an obligation in excess of the funds available, or in advance of appropriations unless otherwise authorized by law (Anti-Deficiency Act). a. The head of the agency b. the head of contracting activity c. the contracting officer d. no officer or employee

d. no officer or employee

A response to a solicitation that, if accepted, would bind the offeror to perform the resultant contract. a. solicitation b. acquisition c. contract d. offer

d. offer

Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) are appropriate for all of the following EXCEPT: a. requirements exist for a wide variety of items within a broad class of goods, but the exact items, quantities, and delivery requirements are not known in advance b. there is a need to provide commercial sources of supply for one or more offices in a given area that do not have or need authority to purchase otherwise. c. the writing of numerous purchase orders can be avoided through the use of this procedure d. orders for suppliers or services, the price of which is not established at the time of issuance of the order, such as repairs to equipment that require disassembly to determine the nature or extent of the repairs. e. when there is no existing requirements contract for the same supply or service that the contracting activity is required to use.

d. orders for suppliers or services, the price of which is not established at the time of issuance of the order, such as repairs to equipment that require disassembly to determine the nature or extent of the repairs. This is an unpriced purchase order not a BPA.

The following are subcontract pricing considerations EXCEPT? a. an approved purchasing system b. cost or price analysis of contractors/subcontractors c. negotiations of the contractors/subcontractors to lower-tier subcontractors. d. past performance

d. past performance

Any defect that exists at the time of acceptance and is not a latent defect. a. acceptance b. off-the-shelf item c. visible defect. d. patent defect

d. patent defect

All of the following are required to be provided to the offerors by the CO when requesting final proposal revisions (FPRs) EXCEPT: a. common cut-off date b. must be in writing c. whether or not the gov't intends to make award without obtaining further revisions d. price negotiation memorandum (PNM)

d. price negotiation memorandum (PNM)

Authorization of class deviations by agency officials is subject to the following limitations: a. For DOD, class deviations shall be controlled, processed, and approved in accordance with the Defense FAR Supplement. b. An agency official who may authorize a class deviation, before doing so, shall consult with the chairperson of the Civilian Agency Acquisition (CAA) Council, unless that agency official determines that urgency precludes such consultation. c. Recommended revision to the FAR shall be transmitted to the FAR Secretariat by agency heads or their designees, for authorizing class deviations d. For NASA, class deviations shall be controlled and approved by the Assistant Administrator for Procurement, processed in accordance with agency regulations. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Bids shall be rejected in which the bidder a. protects against future changes in conditions b. states a price, or fails to state a price, indicating "price in effect at time of delivery." c. conditions or qualifies a bid with stipulations and/or considerations. d. requires the government to determine that the bidder's product meets applicable government specifications or limits the rights of the government. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Either Imprest Funds or Third Part Drafts may be used for purchases when the a. imprest fund transaction does not exceed $500. b. third party draft does not exceed $2,500. c. use of either procedure is considered advantageous to the government d. use of either procedure complies with any additional conditions established by agencies and with the policies and regulations. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Even while using simplified acquisition procedures, the COs are to: a. Promote competition to the maximum extent possible b. Establish reasonable deadlines for submission of responses to solicitations c. Consider all quotations or offers that are received on time. d. Use innovative approaches to the maximum extent practicable. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

PLAs (project labor agreements) a. allow all contractors and subcontractors tocompete on the project without regard to whether they are otherwise parties to collective bargaining agreements. b. contain guarantees against strikes, lockouts, and similar job disruptions. c. establish procedures for resolving labor disputes d. provide other mechanism for labor-management cooperation e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Per the Limitation of Cost clause (52.232-20), the CO, upon learning the contractor is approaching the estimated cost or limit of funds allotted, must promptly notify the contractor in writing that a. additional funds have been allotted or the estimated cost has increased. b. the contract will not be further funded. c. the contract is to be terminated. d. the government is considering whether to alot additional funds or increase the estimated amount. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Performance-Based Payments may only be used when the following conditions are met: a. The contracting officer and offeror are able to agree on the performance based payment terms. b. The contract is a fixed-type contract. c. For IDIQ's, the individual order does not provide for progress payments. d. for other than IDIQ's, the contract does not provide for progress payments. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

The benefit for the government in using simplified acquisition procedures includes the following: a. reduced administrative costs b. increased opportunities for small business and small disadvantaged business concerns to obtain a fair proportion of government contracts c. promotes efficiency and economy in contracting d. avoids unnecessary burdens for agencies and contractors e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

The contracting officer must, to the maximum extent practicable, provide maximum participation opportunity to small business, small disadvantaged business, and woman-owned small business concerns in acquisitions by taking the following actions: a. Preparing solicitations that allow the maximum time practicable for response, and furnishing necessary information or explaining where to obtain or examine it, and other related information. b. Divide proposed acquisitions of supplies and services (except construction) into reasonably small lots to permit offers on quantities less that the total requirement. c. Ensure that delivery schedules are established on a realistic basis that will encourage small business participation. d. Plan acquisitions such that, if practicable, more than one small business concern may perform the work. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

The contracting officer shall set aside a portion of an acquisition, except for construction, for exclusive small business participation when a. A total set-aside is not appropriate. b. The requirement is severable into two or more economic production runs or reasonable lots. c. One or more small business concerns are expected to have the technical competence and productive capacity to satisfy the set-aside portion of the requirement at a fair market price. d. The acquisition is not subject to simplified acquisition procedures. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Types of risk in the acquisition of information technology may include a. schedule risk b. risk of technical obsolescence c. cost risk d. contract (type) risk e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

Under FAR 32.2 for Commercial Item Purchase Financing, commercial interim payments and commercial advance payments may be made under the following circumstances: a. if, prior to any performance of work under thecontract, the aggregate of commercial advance payments shall not exceed 15% of the contract price in a competitive environment. b. the contract price exceeds the simplified acquisition threshold. c. if sole source, adequate consideration it obtained. d. if sole source, concurrance from the payment office regarding liquidation provisions if required. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

When competitive quotes or offers are not available as a basis for price reasonableness, the determination may be made via a. value analysis b. personal knowledge of the item being purchased c. comparison to an independent estimate d. any other reasonable basis. e. all of the above.

e. all of the above.

The Limitation of Cost clause (52.232-20) is used a. in cost-reimbursement contracts that are fully funded. b. in cost-reimbursement contracts that are partially funded. c. in incrementally funded cost-reimbursement contracts. d. a & c only e. b and c only

e. b and c only

Under the "Streamlined" procedure for evaluation and solicitation of commercial items per FAR Subpart 12.6, when a written solicitation will be issued the CO may combine the following into a single document a. the technical evaluation criteria b. the GPE Synopsis c. the solicitation d. a and c only e. b and c only

e. b and c only

Under what type of contract(s) does the government acquire title to all property to which the contractor is entitled to reimbursement? a. fixed-price b. time and materials. c. cost-type d. a and b. e. b and c.

e. b and c.

When more than a minor portion of the characteristics of the bid sample product cannot be adequately described in the specification, a. the bid is withdrawn and further market research is required b. products should be acquired by two-step sealed bidding c. products should be acquired by negotiation d. a and b. e. b and c.

e. b and c.

If a purchase order needs to be terminated, the action taken is dependent on the circumstance. If a contractor has accepted a purchase order in writing and attempts to recover costs from starting performance, it shall be handled as either a. the FAR Part 15 and 52.212-4(l) or (m) termination for commercial items procedures b. the FAR Part 12.403 and 52.212-4(l) or (m) termination for commercial items procedures commercial items c. the FAR Part 49 or 52.213-4 termination for non-commercial items procedures d. both a and c e. both b and c

e. both b and c

If a purchase order needs to be terminated, the action taken is dependent on the circumstance. If a purchase order has not been accepted in writing, the CO shall a. notify the contractor verbally that the order has been cancelled b. notify the contractor in writing that the order has been cancelled c. request written acceptance from the contractor of the purchase order cancellation with no further action d. both a and c e. both b and c

e. both b and c

If a purchase order needs to be terminated, the action taken is dependent on the circumstance. If the contractor has accepted the purchase order, the contracting officer shall proceed with the termination procedure appropriate for the item covered by the order, which is either a. the FAR Part 15 and 52.212-4(l) or (m) termination for commercial items procedures b. the FAR Part 12.403 and 52.212-4(l) or (m) termination for commercial items procedures c. the FAR Part 49 or 52.213-4 termination for non-commercial items procedures d. both a and c e. both b and c

e. both b and c

BPAs under the SAT do not include the following: a. description of the agreement b. the extent of the obligation c. pricing d. purchase limitations e. discussions

e. discussions

The specific steps of sealed bidding include all of the following EXCEPT a. preparing an invitation for bid (IFB) b. publicizing the invitation c. submission of bids d. evaluation of bids. e. discussions

e. discussions

Standard Form 30 (SF30), Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract, shall be used for all of the following EXCEPT a. for any amendment to a solicitation, change orders issued under the Changes clause, or any other unilateral contract modification b. administrative changes c. supplemental agreements d. removal, reinstatement or addition of funds to a contract. e. initiation of a claim

e. initiation of a claim

After a contractor represents that it is other than small, the agency may still include which the following on that contract in its small business prime contracting goal achievements: a. the value of options exercised b. modifications issued c. orders issued d. purchases made under BPA's e. none of the above

e. none of the above

Even when using simplified acquisition procedures, the following are still required: a. formal evaluation plans b. establishing a competitive range c. conducting discussions d. scoring quotations e. none of the above

e. none of the above

Pre-award debriefings shall include a. the number of offerors and their identities b. the content of and/or ranking of the other offerors proposals c. point-by-point comparisons against other offeror's proposals d. the names of references for past performance e. none of the above.

e. none of the above.

Dollar values and percentages can provide conclusive evidence that a modification is minor. True or False?

False, they are guideposts, but not conclusive

A Letter RFP relieves the contracting officer from complying with other FAR requirements typical of a "standard" RFP. True or False?

False.

The CO cannot mandate technical data and rights to that data in a commercial acquisition. True or False?

False, may be mandated by agency or statute via specific contract clauses

The government can use any data, concept, idea, or other part of an unsolicited proposal as the basis for solicitation or negotiations with any other firm. True or False?

False, requires permission of the offeror of the unsolicited proposal.

An offeror eliminated or removed from the competitive range can further revise their proposal to re-enter the competitive range. True or False?

False

The benefit of an unsolicited contract is that it can be awarded without providing for full and open competition or fair and reasonable pricing. True or False?

False

If it is anticipated that a change will result in a price change, the estimated amount of the price change shall be shown on copies of the SF30 furnished to the contractor. True or False?

False If it is anticipated that a change will result in a price change, the estimated amount of the price change shall NOT be shown on copies of the SF30 furnished to the contractor.

In a commercial acquisition, IDIQ contracts shall not be used. True or False?

False, but are required to use firm-fixed-price, firm-fixed-price with economic adjustment, time-and-materials or labor-hour.

If an item or service is considered commercial, but is then transferred between or amongst separate divisions, subsidiaries, or affiliates of a contractor, its commercial status does not follow. True or False?

False, doesn't matter what entity sells it as long as it meets the commercial items definitions.

If there have been advances in technology or performance of an item that is not yet available in the commercial marketplace, but will be available in time to satisfy the delivery requirements under a government solicitation, it is still not considered a commercial item. True or False?

False, it IS a commercial item as long as it also meets the criteria that the item (i) Has been sold, leased, or licensed to the general public; or, (ii) Has been offered for sale, lease, or license to the general public

Contract quality requirements fall into four general categories, depending on the extent of quality assurance needed by the government for the acquisition involved. All of the following are examples of the four general categories EXCEPT a. For acquisitions subject to CAS, the government shall not rely on contractor quality systems, inspection and testing. b. When acquiring commercial items, the government shall rely on contractors' existing quality systems. c. For most acquisitions below the SAT, the government shall rely on the contractor to accomplish all inspection and testing. d. Standard inspection requirements. e. Higher level contract quality requirements for complex or critical items, such as ISO 9001, ASQ/ANSI E4, ASME NQA-1, SAE AS9100, SAE AS9003,etc.

a. For acquisitions subject to CAS, the government shall not rely on contractor quality systems, inspection and testing.

The indefinite-delivery contracts used most frequently to support interagency acquisitions include all of the following EXCEPT a. GSA Advantage! b. Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) c. Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWAC) d. Multi-agency Contract (MAC)

a. GSA Advantage!

Commonly known as "FedBizOpps," it is the single point where government business opportunities greater than $25,000, including a synopsis of proposed contract action, solicitations and associated information can be accessed electronically by the government. a. Governmentwide point of entry (GPE) b. System for Award Management (SAM) c. GovWorks d. Government Information Locator Service (GILS)

a. Governmentwide Point of Entry (GPE)

What is included in the uniform contract format Part III? a. List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J b. The Schedule, which includes sections A through H c. Representations and Instructions, sections K through M d. Contract Clauses, section I

a. List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J

Unauthorized commitments may be ratified in all of the following situations EXCEPT: a. No funds were available, but funds were re-allocated to accommodate the unauthorized commitment b. the ratification is in accordance with any other limitations prescribed under agency procedures. c. the ratifying official has the authority to enter into a contractual agreement. d. The resulting contract would otherwise have been proper if made by an appropriate contracting officer

a. No funds were available, but funds were re-allocated to accommodate the unauthorized commitment SHOULD BE: Funds are available and were available at the time the unauthorized commitment was made.

A contract characterized by the employee-employer relationship it creates between the government and the contractor's personnel. a. Personal Services Contract b. Service Contract c. Non-Personal Services Contract d. Employee-Employer Relationship

a. Personal Services Contract

At a minimum, the CO must use what type of analysis to determine whether the price is fair and reasonable when procuring commercial items? a. Price Analysis b. Field Pricing Assistance c. Adequate Price Competition Analysis d. Cost Analysis

a. Price Analysis

This type of analysis is used when certified cost or pricing data is not required. a. Price Analysis b. Field Pricing c. Adequate Price Competition d. Cost Analysis

a. Price Analysis

This type of analysis is used when evaluating a proposed price without evaluating its separate costs elements and proposed profit. a. Price Analysis b. Field Pricing c. Adequate Price Competition d. Cost Analysis

a. Price Analysis

What must be evaluated in every source selection? a. Price and/or Cost to the government b. Technical Excellence c. Past performance d. Opportunity for bundling

a. Price and/or Cost to the government

Per FAR 32.1 for non-commercial items purchases, this type of contract financing is not intended that the contractor be required to obtain private financing at unreasonable terms or from other agencies. a. Private financing without government guarantee. b. Customary Contract Financing c. Advance Payments d. Loan Guarantees e. Unusual Contract Financing

a. Private financing without government guarantee.

The act of approving an unauthorized commitment. a. Ratification b. Citation c. Individual Deviation d. Class deviation

a. Ratification

A program that authorizes the SBA to enter into all types of contracts with other agencies and let subcontracts for performing those contracts to firms eligible for program participation. a. Section 8(a) Program b. HUBZone Program c. SDVOSB Program d. WOSB Program

a. Section 8(a) Program

A subcontract between the SBA and a socially and economically disadvantaged business concern is a a. Section 8(a) subcontract b. HUBZone subcontract c. SDVOSB subcontract d. WOSB subcontract

a. Section 8(a) subcontract

The contracting officer must, to the maximum extent practicable, provide maximum participation opportunity to small business, small disadvantaged business, and woman-owned small business concerns in acquisitions by taking the following actions, EXCEPT: a. Target acquisitions at a specific small business concern in order to develop and cultivate small business sources of supply b. Before issuing solicitations make every reasonable effort to find additional small business concerns, unless lists are already excessively long and only some of the concerns on the list will be solicited. This effort should include contracting the agency SBA procurement center representative or office serving the activity. c. Publicize solicitations and contract awards through the government-wide point of entry d. In the event of equal low bids, awarding first to small business concerns which are also labor surplus area concerns, and second to small business concerns that are not also labor surplus area concerns.

a. Target acquisitions at a specific small business concern in order to develop and cultivate small business sources of supply SHOULD BE: Plan acquisitions such that, if practicable, more than one small business concern may perform the work.

What is included in the uniform contract format Part I? a. The Schedule, which includes sections A through H b. Contract Clauses, section I c. List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Attachments, section J d. Representations and Instructions, sections K through M

a. The Schedule, which includes sections A through H

A minor informality or irregularity is one that is merely a matter of a. form and not substance. b. substance and not form. c. minor pricing discrepancies. d. personal preference.

a. form and not substance.

Preservation of the competitive bid system dictates that after bids have been opened a. award must be made to that responsible bidder who submitted the lowest responsive bid, unless there is a compelling reason to reject all bids and cancel the invitation. b. award must be made to that reasonable bidder who submitted the lowest responsive bid, unless there is a compelling reason to reject all bids and cancel the invitation. c. award must be made to that responsible bidder who submitted the best value bid, unless there is a compelling reason to reject all bids and cancel the invitation. d. award must be made to that reasonable bidder who submitted the best value bid, unless there is a compelling reason to reject all bids and cancel the invitation.

a. award must be made to that responsible bidder who submitted the lowest responsive bid, unless there is a compelling reason to reject all bids and cancel the invitation.

Responses to invitations for bids (sealed bidding) are a. offers called bids or sealed bids b. offers called proposals c. quotations, not offers d. contracts

a. bids or sealed bids

This type of RFP must describe the government's requirement, anticipated terms and conditions, information required to be in the offerors proposal, and significant factors/subfactors used to evaluate the proposal and their relative importance. a. competitive b. sole source c. discussions d. modifications

a. competitive

In making an award that requires a subcontracting plan, the CO shall a. consider the contractor's compliance with subcontracting plans submitted on previous contracts as a factor in determining contractor responsibility and ensure that a subcontracting plan was submitted when required. b. not consider the contractor's compliance with subcontracting plans submitted on previous contracts as a factor in determining contractor responsibility and ensure that a subcontracting plan was submitted when required. c. make a joint determination in determining contractor responsibility and ensure that a subcontracting plan was submitted when required. d. make a unilateral determination in determining contractor responsibility and ensure that a subcontracting plan was submitted when required.

a. consider the contractor's compliance with subcontracting plans submitted on previous contracts as a factor in determining contractor responsibility and ensure that a subcontracting plan was submitted when required.

Contracting officers must ensure that the uncompensated overtime in contracts to acquire services on the basis of number of hours provided will not a. degrade the level of technical expertise required to fulfill the governments requirements. b. increase the contract ceiling amount due to the likely addition of higher level labor category expertise to complete the services provided. c. increase the contract ceiling amount due to the likely addition of lower level labor category expertise to complete the services provided. d. all of the above

a. degrade the level of technical expertise required to fulfill the governments requirements.

Fast Payment procedures are generally used when an individual order does not exceed $35,000 and a. delivery must occur at a geographically separated location that would make it impractical to make timely payment based on evidence of government acceptance. b. immediate acceptance will occur at a government agency or facility. c. ordered supplies or services are delivered by contractor representative or authorized courier directly to the authorized agency representative. d. is ordered electronically.

a. delivery must occur at a geographically separated location that would make it impractical to make timely payment based on evidence of government acceptance.

An exchange between the gov't and the offeror that involves information essential for determining the acceptability of a proposal, or provides the offeror the opportunity to revise their proposal. a. discussion b. clarification c. negotiation d. communication

a. discussion

Techniques for accomplishing business transactions including electronic mail or messaging, World Wide Web technology, electronic bulletin boards, purchase cards, electronic funds transfer, and electronic data interchange. a. electronic commerce b. contracting c. commercial agreement d. acquisition

a. electronic commerce

The HUBZone procedures apply to all federal agencies that a. employ one or more contracting officers b. assist small business concerns as to facilitate participation by such concerns. c. agree to the SBA's terms and conditions. d. all of the above

a. employ one or more contracting officers

The SDVOSB procedures apply to all federal agencies that a. employ one or more contracting officers b. assist small business concerns as to facilitate participation by such concerns. c. agree to the SBA's terms and conditions. d. all of the above

a. employ one or more contracting officers

The cost rate established and agreed upon by the government and the contractor as not subject to change. a. final indirect cost rate b. indirect cost rate c. cost and pricing data d. monetary ratio

a. final indirect cost rate

Written terms and/or clauses are not required for purchases using imprest funds or third part drafts because a. for all practical purposes, there is simultaneous placement of the order and delivery, similar to any "daily transaction." b. there is no requirement for written terms and/or clauses below the micro-purchase threshold. c. they are always competitive solicitations d. all of the above.

a. for all practical purposes, there is simultaneous placement of the order and delivery, similar to any "daily transaction."

In order to affect a specific solicitation, a protest must be timely. To be timely, a protest by any concern or other interested party must be a. received by the contracting officer by the close of business of the fifth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions). b. received by the SBA by the close of business of the fifth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions). c. received by the contracting officer by the close of business of the tenth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions). d. received by the SBA by the close of business of the tenth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions).

a. received by the contracting officer by the close of business of the fifth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions).

Responses to these notices are not offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. a. request for information (RFI) b. request for proposal (RFP) c. request for quote (RFQ) d. request for cost or pricing data

a. request for information (RFI)

The Federal Acquisition system will do all of the following EXCEPT: a. satisfy the contractors in terms of profit, relationships and repeat orders for products or services b. minimize administrative operating costs c. conduct business with integrity, fairness and openness. d. fulfill public policy objectives.

a. satisfy the contractors in terms of profit, relationships and repeat orders for products or services SHOULD BE "Satisfy the customer in terms of cost, quality and timliness of the delivered product or service."

In connection with a subcontract, or a requirement for which the apparently successful offeror received evaluation credit for proposed one or more SDB subcontractors, a protest of the SDB status of the proposed subcontractor is considered timely if a. submitted to the SBA prior to the completion of performance by the intended subcontractor. b. submitted to the SBA prior to award. c. received by the contracting officer by the close of business of the fifth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions). d. received by the SBA by the close of business of the fifth business day after bid opening (for sealed bids) or receipt of the special notification from the contracting officer that identifies the apparently successful offeror (in negotiated acquisitions).

a. submitted to the SBA prior to the completion of performance by the intended subcontractor.

What evaluation factor shall not be unfavorably evaluated unless the CO executes a written determination per FAR 7.108(b)? a. telecommuting b. past performance c. compliance with solicitation requirements d. technical excellence

a. telecommuting

For civilian agencies other than NASA, class deviations may be authorized by agency heads or their designees, unless FAR Part 1.405(e), "Deviations Pertaining to Treaties and Executive Agreements," is applicable. Who is able to authorize a class deviation per Far Part 1.405(e)? a. the FAR Secretariat to the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council b. the chairperson of the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council c. the Administrator of General Services for civilian agencies. d. the FAR Secretariat to the Defense Acquisitions Regulations Council

a. the FAR Secretariat to the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council

Contracts may be entered into and signed on behalf of the government only by a. the contracting officer b. the contracting officer's representative c. the head of contracting authority d. the head of the agency

a. the contracting officer

Under FAR 32.2 for Commercial Item Purchase Financing, financing of the contract is normally a. the contractor's responsibility. b. the government's responsibility. c. available only for small business concerns. d. not available.

a. the contractor's responsibility.

The implied warranty of merchantability provides that an item will meet all of the following requirements EXCEPT: a. the seller knows the particular purpose for which the government intends to use the item b. reasonably fit for the ordinary purposes for which it would be used c. is of at least fair, medium-grade quality d. comparable in quality to those that will pass without objection in the trade or market for items of the same description

a. the seller knows the particular purpose for which the government intends to use the item--this is from the implied warranty of FITNESS, NOT the implied warranty of merchantability.

Unless specifically excluded elsewhere in the FAR, solicitations and resulting contracts are to be formatted in accordance with what format? a. the uniform contract format outlined in FAR Table 15-1 b. the uniform request for information format outlined in FAR 15-1. c. the format prescribed in FAR 2.101 d. there is no required contract format

a. the uniform contract format outlined in FAR Table 15-1

What is "overtime?" a. time worked by a contractor's employee in excess of the employee's normal workweek. b. time worked by a contractor's employee in excess of 45 hours. c. time worked by a contractor's employee on a government holiday. d. all of the above.

a. time worked by a contractor's employee in excess of the employee's normal workweek.

What is the objective of a Contractor Purchasing System Review? a. to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness with which the contractor spends government funds and complies with government policy when subcontracting. b. to evaluate the speed at which the contractor spends government funds for commercial product. c. to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the contractors quality management systems. d. all of the above.

a. to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness with which the contractor spends government funds and complies with government policy when subcontracting.

COs, as determined by the head of the agency, may treat an acquisition as commercial if it is used a. to facilitate defense against nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack b. as a means to shorten the overall procurement process c. as a means of avoiding SAT and TINA thresholds d. to facilitate small business utilization

a. to facilitate defense against nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack

Generally, government contracts contain this clause, which permits the CO to make unilateral changes in designated areas within the scope of the contract. a. Limitation of Cost b. Changes c. Indemnity d. Limit of Liability

b. Changes

The simplified acquisition threshold is $__________. a. $30,000 b. $150,000 c. $650,000 d. $750,000

b. $150,000

The micro-purchase threshold is $3,500; except for acquisitions of services subject to the Service Contract Labor Standards statute (Services Contract Act), in which case the micro-purchase threshold is a. $2,000 b. $2,500 c. $20,000 d. $30,000

b. $2,500

Micro-purchase procedures may also be used for certain contingency operations or defense against or recovery from attacks. The acquisition may not exceed $_______ for contracts awarded and performed in the US, or $_________ if awarded and performed outside of the US. a. $10,000, $20,000 b. $20,000, $30,000 c. $30,000, $150,000 d. $150,000, $300,000

b. $20,000, $30,000

If a contractors sales to the government (excluding competitively awarded firm-fixed-price, competitively awarded fixed-price with economic price adjustment contracts, and commercial items pursuant to FAR Part 12) are expected to exceed $__________ during the next ___________ months, a CPSR is needed. a. $10m, 12 months b. $25m, 12 months c. $25m, 24 months d. $50m, 24 months

b. $25m, 12 months

Imprest Funds may be used for transactions that do not exceed a. $250 b. $500 c. $2,500 d. $3,500

b. $500

An offeror may request a pre-award debriefing by submitting a written request to the CO within ______ days after notice of exclusion. a. 1 b. 3 c. 5 d. 10

b. 3

Post-award notice must be provided to unsuccessful offerors within how many days of contract award? a. 1 b. 3 c. 5 d. 10

b. 3

An offeror may request a post-award debriefing by submitting a written request to the CO within ______ days after notice of exclusion, and shall receive a debriefing within ______ after receipt of the request. a. 1, 3 b. 3, 5 c. 5, 7 d. 10, 30

b. 3, 5

IFB's over the SAT require at least ________ days bidding time to be provided when synopsis is required. a. 15 b. 30 c. 45 d. 60

b. 30

The TCO shall estimate the funds required to settle the termination, and within ___________ days after the receipt of the termination notice, recommend the release of excess funds to the CO. a. 15 b. 30 c. 45 d. 60

b. 30

The options clause at FAR 52.217-8 may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance thereunder shall not exceed a. 3 months b. 6 months c. 9 months d. one year

b. 6 months

What is the customary progress payment rate for large business concerns? a. 75 b. 80 c. 85 d. 90

b. 80

Once this type of subcontracting plan has been approved, the government shall not require another subcontracting plan from the same contractor while the plan remains in effect, as long as the product or service being provided by the contract continues to meet the required definition of a commercial item. a. A small business commercial items addendum to the subcontracting plan b. A commercial plan c. An SBA certified commercial plan d. A small business commerciality agreement

b. A commercial plan

What is the preferred type of subcontracting plan for contractors furnishing commercial items? a. A small business commercial items addendum to the subcontracting plan b. A commercial plan c. An SBA certifed commercial plan d. A small business commerciality agreement

b. A commercial plan

These types of services are a legitimate way to improve government services and operations, and may be used at all organizational levels to help managers achieve maximum effectiveness or economy in their operations. a. Personal Services b. Advisory and Assistance Services c. Non-Personal Services d. Employee-Employer Services

b. Advisory and Assistance Services

An employer-employee relationship under a service contract occurs when a. the personnel rendering the services are not subject, either by the contract's terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the government and its employees. b. as a result of either the contract's terms or the manner of its administration during performance, contractor personnel are subject to the relatively continuous supervision and control of a government officer or employee. c. as a result of either the contract's terms or the manner of its administration during performance, contractor personnel are required to clean the personal residences of a government officer or employee. d. all of the above.

b. as a result of either the contract's terms or the manner of its administration during performance, contractor personnel are subject to the relatively continuous supervision and control of a government officer or employee.

The expected outcome of an acquisition that, in the governments estimation, provides the greatest overall benefit in response to the requirement. a. lowest price technically acceptable b. best value c. commercial item d. micro-purchase

b. best value

This technique ensures the best deal for the government is obtained through the use of any one or combination of source selection approaches. a. tradeoff process b. best value continuum c. one-on-one meetings d. early exchanges of information

b. best value continuum

The purpose of the simplified acquisition procedures is to vest contracting officers with additional procedural discretion and flexibility, so that commercial item acquisitions within the $7m/$13m (per 13.500(c)) threshold may be solicited, offered, evaluated and awarded in a simplified manner that maximizes efficiency and economy and minimizes burden and administrative costs for a. the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (DAR) b. both government and industry c. the General Services Administration d. the Financial Officer or Treasurer

b. both government and industry

SBA procurement center representatives and breakout procurement center representatives review proposed acquisitions for the purpose of recommending all of the following EXCEPT: a. recommending set-asides b. bundling of separate, smaller contracts c. component breakout d. new sources

b. bundling of separate, smaller contracts

When the FAR references a statute, executive order, Office of Management and Budget circular, Office of Federal Procurement Policy Letter, or relevant portion of the Code of Federal Regulations, the reference includes all applicable amendments, unless otherwise stated. a. imperative sentences b. citations c. delegation of authority d. dollar thresholds

b. citations

A communication in negotiations for the sole purpose of eliminating minor irregularities, informalities, or apparent clerical mistakes in a proposal. a. discussion b. clarification c. negotiation d. elimination

b. clarification

Under the Small Business Act, the SBA and agencies a. determine which small business/small disadvantaged business concerns are approved for use. b. consult and cooperate to form policies favorable to small business/small disadvantaged business concerns c. both a and b d. neither a or b

b. consult and cooperate to form policies favorable to small business/small disadvantaged business concerns

A mutually binding legal relationship obligating the seller to furnish supplies or services (including construction) and the buyer to pay for them. a. electronic commerce agreement b. contract c. commercial agreement d. acquisition

b. contract

It includes all types of commitments that obligate the government to an expenditure of appropriated funds that, except as otherwise authorized, are in writing. a. electronic commerce agreement b. contract c. commercial agreement d. acquisition

b. contract

Under FAR 32.2 for Commercial Item Purchase Financing, commercial interim payments and commercial advance payments may be made under the following circumstances, EXCEPT: a. contract item financed is a commercial supply or service. b. contract price does not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. c. contracting officer determines it is appropriate/customary in the commercial marketplace to make financing payments for the item and determines it is in the best interest of the government. d. if adequate security is obtained.

b. contract price does not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold. Correct answer would be if contract price EXCEEDS the simplified acquisition threshold, then commercial advance payments may be made .

Purchasing, renting, leasing, or otherwise obtaining supplies or services from non-federal sources. a. electronic commerce agreement b. contracting c. commercial agreement d. acquisition

b. contracting

If, before reaching agreement on price, the contracting officer learns that the certified cost and pricing data is inaccurate, incomplete or noncurrent the contactor may a. be entitled to a price adjustment, including profit or fee b. correct the deficiency for consideration c. be eliminated from the competitive range d. all of the above

b. correct the deficiency for consideration

What term refers to all verifiable facts that could reasonably have an effect on price negotiations and are available at the time of agreement on price? a. defective pricing b. cost or pricing data c. cost realism d. information other than cost or pricing data

b. cost or pricing data

To implement subcontracting plans, the contractor shall perform all of the following functions EXCEPT: a. assist small business concerns as to facilitate the participation by such concerns b. counsel small business concerns as to when they would not want to represent as a small business concerns c. counsel and discuss subcontracting opportunities with representatives of small business concerns d. consider use of small business concerns in all make/buy decisions

b. counsel small business concerns as to when they would not want to represent as a small business concerns

Prior to placing an order against another agency's indefinite-delivery vehicle, the requesting agency shall make a determination that use of another agency's contract vehicle is the best procurement approach. a. assisted acquisitions b. direct acquisitions c. leader company acquisition d. option

b. direct acquisitions

Statements of fact or rationale essential to support the determination, which must cover each requirement of the statute or regulation. a. ratification b. finding c. consent d. citation

b. finding

The TCO shall not recommend the release of amounts under $____________ unless requested by the CO. a. $250 b. $500 c. $1,000 d. $5,000

c. $1,000

The simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) is $_________ except for acquisition of non-commercial supplies or services, that, as determined by the head of the agency, are to be used to support a contingency operation or to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical or radiological attack, where the term means $__________ for any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made inside the US; and $_________ for any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made, outside the US. a. $3,500, $150,000, $300,000 b. $150,000, $300,000, $750,000 c. $150,000, $300,000, $1,000,000 d. $150,000, $7,000,000, $13,000,000

c. $150,000, $300,000, $1,000,000

CO's may treat any non-commercial item acquisition of supplies or services that, as determined by the head of the agency, are to be used to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical, or radiological attack, as an acquisition of commercial items. In this situation, if a contract is awarded sole source in an amount less than __________, that normally is NOT defined as a commercial item at FAR 2.101, the contract is exempt from cost accounting standards (CAS) or certified cost and pricing data requirements. a. $1 million b. $10 million c. $19 million d. $25 million

c. $19 million. GREATER than $19 million and cost accounting standards and/or certified cost and pricing data requirements are required.

Third Party Drafts may be used for transactions that do not exceed a. $250 b. $500 c. $2,500 d. $3,500

c. $2,500

When the price of the undelivered balance of the contract is less than ____________, the contract should not normally be terminated for convenience, but rather permitted to reach completion. a. $1,000 b. $3,500 c. $5,000 d. $10,000

c. $5,000

The CO may make a sole source award to a qualified EDWOSB or WOSB concern when the anticipated award price (including options) does not exceed a. $6.5 million for all contracts b. $4 million for all contracts c. $6.5 million in the case of a contract assigned an NAICS code for manufacturing; or $4 million for all other contracts. d. $4 million in the case of a contract assigned an NAICS code for manufacturing; or $6.5 million for all other contracts.

c. $6.5 million in the case of a contract assigned an NAICS code for manufacturing; or $4 million for all other contracts.

Solicitations to perform contracts or contract modifications for which subcontracting possibilities exist, require the apparent successful offeror to submit a subcontracting plan prior to award when the values are expected to exceed a. $300,000 ($1.5m for construction) b. $650,000 ($1.5m for construction) c. $700,000 ($1.5m for construction) c. $750,000 ($1.5m for construction)

c. $700,000 ($1.5m for construction)

For other than experimental, developmental or research work and other than architect-engineer services for public works or utilities, the cost-plus-fixed-fee contract fee shall not exceed _______ percent of the contract's estimated cost, excluding fee. a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 15

c. 10

Each acquisition of supplies or services that has an anticipated dollar value exceeding $3,500 but not over $150,000 is automatically reserved exclusively for small business concerns and shall be set aside for small business unless a. the CO determines that small business concerns pose too large a risk to the government. b. the CO determines that there is not reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from three or more responsible small business concerns that are competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery. c. the CO determines that there is not reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more responsible small business concerns that are competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery. d. the CO determines that multiple large businesses are competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery.

c. the CO determines that there is not reasonable expectation of obtaining offers from two or more responsible small business concerns that are competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery.

For the Department of Defense, the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization has been redesignated as a. the Office of Large and Small Business Utilization. b. the Secretariat of Small Business Programs. c. the Office of Small Business Programs. d. the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Programs.

c. the Office of Small Business Programs.

The creation of new forms that offerors and contractors are asked to complete are governed by a. the Secretary of Defense. b. the Administrator of General Services. c. the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980 d. the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

c. the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980

Although the options clause at FAR 52.217-8 enables the government to require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract, these rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by a. the Secretary of the Treasury b. the Secretary of State c. the Secretary of Labor d. the Secretary of Defense

c. the Secretary of Labor

Title vests in the government for all property acquired or fabricated by the contractor in accordance with a. contract/subcontract closeout. b. the end of the period of performance. c. the contract requirements for passage of title. d. the disposal of the property.

c. the contract requirements for passage of title.

For civilian agencies other than NASA, class deviations may be authorized by agency heads or their designees. Delegation of this authority shall not be made below whom? a. the contracting officer b. the contracting officer's representative c. the head of contracting authority d. the FAR Secretariat to the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council

c. the head of contracting authority

For a solicitation amendment, change order, or administrative change, the effective date a. of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date of the initial notice. b. shall be the date agreed upon by the contracting parties c. shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change. d. shall be the same as the effective date of the previous letter determination.

c. the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change.

In order to ensure that members of the Acquisition team are empowered to make decisions and act within their areas of responsibility consistent with the Guiding Principles, authority and accountability will be delegated to a. the CO, to be further delegated in writing. b. the head of the agency, to be further delegated in writing. c. the lowest level allowed by law. d. the CO only.

c. the lowest level allowed by law.

The following criteria can generally be applied in identifying management and operating contracts EXCEPT a. government-owned or controlled facilities must be utilized. b. special, close relationships with the contractor's and contractor personnel (e.g., safety, security, cost control, site condition). c. the work is wholly or substantially connected to the contractor's other business, if any. d. The work is closely related to the agency's mission.

c. the work is wholly or substantially connected to the contractor's other business, if any. the work is wholly or substantially SEPERATE FROM the contractor's other business, if any.

What is the primary purpose of discussions? a. To share cost targets amongst the offerors in the competitive range b. To minimize the governments risk of purchasing commercial product c. to maximize the government's ability to obtain best value d. to maximize the government's ability to obtain goods within one year

c. to maximize the governments ability to obtain best value

What source selection process is appropriate when it may be in the best interest of the government to consider award to other than the lowest priced offeror or other than the highest technically rated offeror? a. lowest price technically acceptable b. oral presentation c. tradeoff process d. market research

c. tradeoff process

The customary progress payment rate for large business concerns is 80% and 85% for small business concerns. Any percentage greater than these is considered a. during discusions. b. a negotiated rate. c. unusual. d. all of the above

c. unusual.

Please put the following Contract Financing methods in order of preference per FAR 32.1 for non-commercial items purchases. i. Unusual Contract Financing ii. Loan Guarantees iii. Advance Payments iv. Customary Contract Financing v. Private financing without government guarantee. a. v, ii, iii, iv, i b. iv, ii, v, iii, i c. v, iv, ii, i, iii d. iv, v, ii, i, iii

c. v, iv, ii, i, iii

The principal purposes of a ____________ clause in a government contract are to delineate the rights and obligations of the contractor and the government for defective items and services, and to foster quality performance. a. termination b. changes c. warranty d. indemnification

c. warranty

A written demand or assertion by the contractor seeking the payment of money exceeding $__________ is not a claim under the Contract Disputes statute (Contracts Disputes Act of 1978) until _________ as required by the act. a. $5,000, acknowledged b. $50,000, endorsed c. $100,000, authorized d. $100,000, certified

d. $100,000, certified

The simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) is $_________ except for a commercial acquisition of supplies or services, that, as determined by the head of the agency, are to be used to support a contingency operation or to facilitate defense against or recovery from nuclear, biological, chemical or radiological attack, where the threshold is $__________ for any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made inside the US; and $_________ for any contract to be awarded and performed, or purchase to be made, outside the US. a. $3,500, $150,000, $300,000 b. $150,000, $300,000, $750,000 c. $150,000, $300,000, $1,000,000 d. $150,000, $7,000,000, $13,000,000

d. $150,000, $7,000,000, $13,000,000

Fast Payment procedures are generally used when an individual order does not exceed a. $2,500 b. $3,500 c. $30,000 d. $35,000

d. $35,000

Status as an economically disadvantaged woman-owned small business (EDWOSB) or WOSB is determined in accordance with a. The Small Business Act b. FAR Part 19.15 c. the corresponding to the NAICS code assigned to the procurement. d. 13 CFR Part 127

d. 13 CFR Part 127

For experimental, developmental, or research work performed under a cost-plus-fixed-fee contract, the fee shall not exceed ______ percent of th contract's estimated cost, excluding fee. a. 6 b. 8 c. 10 d. 15

d. 15

To avoid obsolescence, a modular contract for IT should be awarded within ___________ days after the day the solicitation was issued. a. 30 b. 90 c. 120 d. 180

d. 180

To the maximum extent practicable, deliveries under the contract should be schduled to occur within ___________ months after issuance of the solicitation. a. 6 b. 12 c. 18 d. 24

d. 24

If the government is using simplified acquisition procedures and not providing access to the notice of proposed contract action and solicitation information through the government point of entry (GPE), maximum practicable competition ordinarily can be obtained through the solicitation of at least _____ sources, and, whenever practicable, requests for quotations or offers from ______ sources not included in the previous solicitation. a. 2, 1 b. 3, 1 c. 2, 2 d. 3, 2

d. 3, 2

Firms approved for the 8(a) program cannot exceed how many years in the program? a. 3 b. 5 c. 7 d. 9

d. 9

A certificate issued by the SBA stating that the holder is responsible (with respect to all elements of responsibility) for the purpose of receiving and performing a specific government contract. a. A Responsible Offeror's Certificate b. A Certificate of Responsibility c. A Certified Small Business Offeror d. A Certificate of Competency

d. A Certificate of Competency

This simplified method of filling anticipated, repetitive needs for supplies or services is not a contract, but a type of "charge account" that serves as a baseline for future transactions with qualified sources of supply. a. Governmentwide Commercial Card Payment b. Purchase Order c. Unpriced Purchase Order d. Imprest Fund or Third Party Draft e. Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

e. Blanket Purchase Agreement

When not using a structured approach, contracting officers shall comply with the common factors of FAR 15.404-4(d)(1) in developing profit or fee pre-negotiation objectives. All of the following are common factors of 15.404-4(d)(1) EXCEPT? a. Contractor effort b. Contract cost risk c. Federal socioeconomic programs d. Capital investments e. Contractor religion, sex, and/or national origin

e. Contractor religion, sex, and/or national origin

All government contract payments shall be made via EFT, except in the provisions found at FAR 32.1103(a)(i). The following provisions are found at FAR 32.1103(a)(i) EXCEPT: a. The payment is to be received by or on behalf of the contractor outside the United States and Puerto Rico b. A contract is paid in other than United States currency c. EFT payments would be impractical due to security considerations d. The agency does not expect to make more than one payment to the same recipient within a one-year period e. A contractor prefers to be paid via Bitcoin or some other electronic form of currency.

e. A contractor prefers to be paid via Bitcoin or some other electronic form of currency.

WOSB Program that has not been certified by an SBA approved third party certifier or by SBA under the 8(a) Program, must provide the following documents: a. For partnerships, the partnership agreement and any amendments. b. For sole proprietorships, corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships if applicable, the assumed/fictitious name certificate(s). c. SBA's WOSB Program Certification form (SBA Form 2413 for WOSB concerns eligible under the WOSB Program and SBA Form 2414 for EDWOSB concerns). d. For EDWOSB concerns, the SBA Form 413, Personal Financial Statement e. A divorce decree, if the WOSB acquired the business through a divorce.

e. A divorce decree, if the WOSB acquired the business through a divorce.

The following are insufficient causes for not setting aside an acquisition: a. The acquisition is classified. b. Small business concerns are already receiving a fair proportion of the agency's contracts for supplies and services. c. A class small business set-aside of the item or service has been made by another contracting activity. d. A "brand name or equal" product description will be used in the solicitation. e. All of the above.

e. All of the above.

Individual bids may be rejected for any of the following reasons EXCEPT a. Any bid that fails to conform to the essential requirements of the invitation. b. Any bid that does not conform to the applicable specifications, including alternate requirements. c. Any bid that fails to conform to the delivery schedule or permissible alternates. d. Any bid that imposes conditions that would modify requirements of the invitation, or limit the bidder's liability to the government. e. Any bid delayed in the mail for causes beyond the control of potential bidders or if emergency or unanticipated events interrupt normal governmental processes rendering bid opening impractical.

e. Any bid delayed in the mail for causes beyond the control of potential bidders or if emergency or unanticipated events interrupt normal governmental processes rendering bid opening impractical.

Which of the follwoing regarding Increments in Modular Contracting are NOT true a. They may vary depending on the type of information technology being acquired and the nature of the system being developed. b. They should comply with common or commercially acceptable IT standards c. They shall conform to the agency's master IT architecture and be consistent with the requirements of an overall, completed system. d. CO's shall choose an appropriate contracting technique that facilitate acquisition of subsequent increments, structured as not to require additional increments. e. Increments are most commonly used for production environments, which must be fully funded, rather than for research and development.

e. Increments are most commonly used for production environments, which must be fully funded, rather than for research and development. Increments are most commonly used for RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT rather than production environments, which must be fully funded.

The scope of FAR Part 32 includes all of the following except a. Payment methods, including partial payments and progress payments based on percentage or stage of completion b. Loan guarantees, advance payments, and progress payments based on costs c. Administration of debts to the Government arising out of contracts d. Contract funding, including the use of contract clauses limiting costs or funds e. Preferred credit agencies to be used by the contractor

e. Preferred credit agencies to be used by the contractor;

The following factors might be included in cost or pricing data EXCEPT? a. Changes in production methods and in production or purchasing volume. b. Data supporting projections of business prospects and objectives, and related operations costs. c. Unit cost trends like labor efficiency. d. Estimated resources to attain business goals. e. Prices agreed upon based on adequate price competition.

e. Prices agreed upon based on adequate price competition.

The government encourages exchanges of information among all interested parties from the earliest identification of a requirement through the receipt of proposals. Which of the following is not encouraged? a. Improved understanding of government requirements and industry capabilities. b. Enhanced ability of the government to obtain quality supplies and services c. Ability to obtaining reasonable pricing d. Increased efficiency in proposal preparation, evaluation, negotiation and contract award. e. Sharing of proprietary data between offerors

e. Sharing of proprietary data between offerors

The post-award notice shall include the following EXCEPT: a. the number of offeror's solicited b. the number of proposal's received c. The name and address of each offeror receiving an award. d. The items, quantities, unit prices, or if impractical, the total contract price. e. The offeror's cost breakdown, profit and overhead rates.

e. The offeror's cost breakdown, profit and overhead rates.

This type of contract financing is any contract financing arrangement that deviates from customary contract financing procedures delineated in FAR Part 32.114. a. Private financing without government guarantee. b. Customary Contract Financing c. Advance Payments d. Loan Guarantees e. Unusual Contract Financing

e. Unusual Contract Financing.

The CO may make an award to a small business under the following programs EXCEPT: a. 8(a) b. HUBZone c. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) d. Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) e. Woman-Owned Large Business (WOLB)

e. Woman-Owned Large Business (WOLB)

Although a contract funded by annual appropriations may not generally cross fiscal years, these particular types of contracts may extend beyond the fiscal year in which they began, provided that any specified minimum quantities are ordered in the initial fiscal year and the contract includes the prescribed Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year clause 52.232-19. a. IDIQ b. BOA c. Requirements Contract d. a & b only e. a & c only

e. a & c only

A class deviation or determination and finding may consist of contract actions a. for the same or related supplies or services. b. that require essentially identical justification. c. for unauthorized commitments that require ratification d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

Interagency acquisition may be accomplished through either a. assisted acquisitions b. direct acquisitions c. indirect acquisitions d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

Per FAR 1.107, in accordance with 41 U.S.C. 1304, a new requirement for a certification by a contractor or offeror may not be required under this section unless a. the certification requirement is specifically imposed by statute. b. written justification for such certification is provided to the Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy by the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council, and the Administrator approves in writing the inclusion of such certification requirement. c. the certification requirement is specifically waived by the head of the agency d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

Proposals and modifications that are received in the designated government office after the specified time are "late" and shall be considered ONLY if: a. They are received before award is made b. They meet the requirements of FAR 52.215-1(c)(3)(ii) c. They are never considered d. none of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

Revisions to the FAR are coordinated through: a. The Defense Acquisition Regulations (DAR) Council b. The Civilian Agency Acquisition (CAA) Council c. The General Services Administration (GSA) d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

The government's post-award rights contained in the Warranty clause of FAR 52.212-4, "Contract Terms and Conditions--Commercial Items" are a. the implied warrantys of merchantability and warranty of fitness for particular purpose b. the remedies contained in the acceptance paragraph c. the ability to charge the defaulted contractor with any excess reprocurement costs and incidental or consequential damages incurred. d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

The submission of a voucher, invoice, or other routine request for payment my be converted to a claim by written notice to the CO as provided in 33.206(a) if a. it is disputed either as to liability or amount b. is not acted upon in a reasonable time c. the CO withholds payment awaiting further fiscal year funds appropriation d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

What factors might be included in cost or pricing data? a. vendor quotes b. NRE c. commercial items d. all of the above e. a and b only

e. a and b only

FAR Part 12 for the Acquisition of Commercial Items does not apply to the following: a. micropurchases b. those acquired using Standard Form 44 c. imprest funds d. government commercial card e. directly from another agency f. all of the above

f. all of the above

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 does not apply if a. the electronic and information technology (EIT) is a micro-purchase. b. is for a national security system. c. is acquired by the contract incidental to a contract. d. is located in spaces frequented by service personnel for mainenance, repair or monitoring. e. would impose an undue burden on an agency. f. all of the above.

f. all of the above.

Types of risk in the acquisition of information technology may include a. technical feasibility b. dependencies between a new project and other project systems c. the number of simultaneous high risk projects to be monitored, d. funding availability e. program management risk f. all of the above.

f. all of the above.