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CON 3900 (CON 3900 Practice Exam ) Questions With Complete Answers.Market research is conducted during which phase of acquisition? Answer- All phases of the acquisition
What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR? Answer- Deviation
Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) should Answer- Promote competition to the
maximum extent practicable
What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured profit/fee? Answer- DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method
What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring commercial items of supply? Answer- Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustment
When using invitations for bids (IFBs), what type(s) of contracts can be awarded? Answer- Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustment
Which of the following is correct regarding the DFARS Procedures Guidance and Information (PGI)? Answer- The DFARS PGI is a companion resource to the DFARS
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the Government's policy on contract modifications? Answer- Only contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority are authorized to execute contract modifications on behalf of the Government
Which of the following is accurate about unilateral modifications? Answer- Are only signed by a Government contracting officer, not the contractor
Except when authorized otherwise, a Government contract: Answer- Must be in writing
Which is NOT a type of contracting officer? Answer- Executive contracting officer
With respect to the requirements of law, executive orders, regulations, and all other applicable procedures, prior to signing a contract, a contracting officer must: Answer- Ensure that each has been met
Joan stated that she was working on selecting solicitation provisions. With this in mind, you know the contract: Answer- Has not been awarded A program manager asked John whether a contract clause is only used in the contract or if it applies to the solicitation as well. John correctly answered by replying with which of the following statements? Answer- A contract clause is a term or condition used in contracts, or in both solicitations and contracts, that applies after contract award or both before and after award
A contractor failed to deliver a commercial item within the time specified by the contract. As the Government contracting officer, you plan to terminate the contract. What type of termination would you proceed with? Answer- Termination for Cause
Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information about the Federal Acquisition Regulations System? Answer- FAR part 1
Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at FAR 1.108(b), delegation of authority? Answer- Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise
How many parts are there in the FAR? Answer- 53
What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)? Answer- A unique number identifying each solicitation, contract, agreement, or order and related procurement instrument
The DoD Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID) is 13 positions long. Position 9 identifies the type of instrument. If position 9 is a "D", which of the following types of instruments is representative? Answer- Indefinite-delivery contracts to include IDIQs
and requirements contracts
You are reviewing a contract that utilizes the uniform contract format. In Section J you see an exhibit. How will the exhibit be displayed? Answer- With one or two alpha characters (e.g., Exhibit AA)
Your customer comes to you anticipating a new requirement, one that has not been purchased recently. You'd like to refer them to the FAR part dealing specifically with market research. Which FAR part do you refer them to? Answer- FAR part 10
Of the following types of contracts, which shall not be used in Government contracting? Answer- Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost
When can a time-and-materials (T&M) contract be used? Answer- A T&M contract may be used only when it is not possible at the time of placing the contract to estimate accurately the extent or duration of the work or to anticipate costs
What underlying principle should the contracting officer follow to avoid organizational
conflicts of interest? Answer- Prevent unfair competitive advantage
Terms that address specific types of exchanges with offerors after receipt of proposals include: Answer- Communications, discussions, and clarifications
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