1519 Solicitation of Offers Flashcards
1
Q
What is a solicitation?
A
A document sent to prospective contractors by a Government agency, requesting the submission of offers or information.
2
Q
What are the three types of solicitations?
A
- Invitation for Bids (IFBs) – FAR 14
- Requests for Proposals (RFPs) – FAR 15
- Requests for Quotations (RFQs) – FAR 13
3
Q
How long must a synopsis be posted before solicitation?
A
15 Days
4
Q
How long must a solicitation be posted for commercial items and R and D?
A
30,45 days
5
Q
What forms are used for solicitation?
A
- Standard Form 33, Solicitation, Offer and Award – IFBs and RFPs
- Standard Form 18, Request for Quotations – Used for Simplified Acquisition Procedures
- Standard Form 1449, Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items – Used with commercial and other than commercial items
6
Q
What is the Uniform Contract Format (UCF)
A
Used for non-commercial goods and services exceeding $150,000
7
Q
What are the two methods of evaluation:
A
- Trade-off process, or;
* Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process
8
Q
Advance payments can’t exceed _______
A
15%
9
Q
What is the number that identifies a separate supply or service to be provided under contract.
A
Contract Line Item Number (CLIN):
