FAR Part 2-9 Quiz Flashcards

1
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The Federal Supply Schedule Program is also known as the:

A

Multiple Award Schedule Program

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2
Q

Which of the mandatory government supply sources has the highest priority for supplies?

A

Federal Prison Industries, Inc.

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3
Q

Which of the mandatory Government supply sources has the highest priority for services?

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Services that are on the Procurement List maintained by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled

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4
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First Article testing and approval IS NOT normally required for

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Products normally sold in the commercial market

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5
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The contracting officer may use competitive proposals in lieu of sealed bids if:

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It is necessary to conduct discussions.

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6
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Are activities that include drafting of technical specifications to be used in solicitations for sensitive government procurement actions a inherently governmental function?

A

No

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7
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If an incumbent contractor submits a proposal for a follow-on or renewal contract, is that an OCI?

A

No

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8
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Is recommending to the Contracting Officer a system of personal accountability for competition, which may include the use of recognition and awards to motivate the procurement staff a responsibility for competition advocates?

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No

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9
Q

Define role of a competition advocate.

A

promotes acquisition of commercial items; promotes full and open competition; challenges ambiguous and restrictive work statements; challenges barriers to the acquisition of commercial items and full and open competition

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10
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What is the difference between Debarment and Suspension?

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Suspension is for a temporary period and Debarment generally does not exceed three years, but may be for a period not to exceed five years if the contractor violated the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.

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11
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When should acquisition planning begin?

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Acquisition planning should begin as soon as the agency need is identified.

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12
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When should a Contracting Officer publicize a requirement in the GPE though a synopsis?

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The Contracting Officer should publicize 15 days prior to solicitation.

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13
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When must contracting officers synopsize contract awards?

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When contract awards exceed $25,000

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14
Q

Which agency operates SAM.gov?

A

General Services Administration (GSA)

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15
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When identical supplies are on the Procurement List issued by Federal Prison Industries, Inc. that is on the Procurement List issued by Ability One, what is the priority for ordering supplies?

A

Federal Prison Industries, Inc.

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16
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When identical services are on the Procurement List issued by Federal Prison Industries, Inc. that is on the Procurement List issued by AbilityOne, what is the priority for ordering services?

A

AbilityOne participating nonprofit agencies

17
Q

If a Small Business concern’s offer that would otherwise be accepted is to be rejected because of a determination of non-responsibility, the Contracting Officer shall refer the matter to the Small Business Administration (SBA) who will decide whether or not to issue a:

A

Certificate of Competency

18
Q

_______________ is an online shopping service through which ordering activities may search specific information (national stock number, part number, common name), review delivery options and place orders directly with schedule contractors

A

GSA Advantage!

19
Q

A written acquisition plan must include the following EXCEPT:

A

Source Selection Evaluation Board Report

20
Q

Is Lowest price technically acceptable a competitive procedure available for use in fulfilling the requirements for full and open competition?

A

No