1514 Publicizing Contract Actions Flashcards
1
Q
What FAR Part covers Publicizing Contract Actions?
A
FAR Part 5
2
Q
What is a Synopsis?
A
Snapshot of requirement
3
Q
What data is included in a synopsis?
A
- Description of action
- Type of contract contemplated
- Quantity
- Place of performance
- Competition requirement
4
Q
What are the exceptions to publicizing a synopisis?
A
- Synopsis cannot be worded to preclude disclosure of an agency’s needs and disclosure would compromise national security
- Unusual and compelling urgency
- Foreign Military Sales (if source directed)
- Required by statute
5
Q
How long must a solicitation be posted for commercial items and R & D?
A
30,45 days
6
Q
Why do we publicize?
A
- Increase competition
- Broaden industry participation in meeting Government requirements; and
- Assist small business concerns, veteran owned small business concerns, HUBZone small business concerns, small disadvantaged business concerns and women-owned small business in obtaining contracts and subcontracts
7
Q
How long must a synopsis be posted before it can be solicited?
A
15 days
8
Q
What is a solicitation?
A
A document sent to prospective contractors by a Government agency, requesting the submission of offers or information.
