Part 2b Chat GPT FAR Questions Flashcards
FAR 31, 37, 42, 44, 46, 53
1
Q
- Which of the following costs is generally considered unallowable under FAR Part 31?
A) Direct labor costs
B) Advertising costs
C) Material costs
D) Fringe benefits
A
B) Advertising costs
2
Q
- What is the general principle under FAR 31.201-2 regarding the allowability of costs?
A) All costs are allowable if incurred by the contractor
B) Costs must be reasonable, allocable, and comply with cost accounting standards
C) Only direct costs are allowable
D) The government will pay all costs, regardless of allowability
A
B) Costs must be reasonable, allocable, and comply with cost accounting standards
3
Q
- Under FAR 31.205-6, what type of cost is compensation for personal services?
A) Unallowable unless approved by the contracting officer
B) Allowable, provided the compensation is reasonable for the work performed
C) Always unallowable
D) Allowable only for senior executives
A
B) Allowable, provided the compensation is reasonable for the work performed
4
Q
- Which of the following is considered an unallowable cost under FAR 31.205-1?
A) Public relations costs
B) Employee morale and welfare costs
C) Lobbying costs
D) Professional services
A
C) Lobbying costs
5
Q
- FAR 31.205-19 addresses the allowability of insurance costs. Which type of insurance cost is unallowable?
A) Insurance for contractor-owned property
B) Insurance for Government-owned property in the contractor’s possession
C) Insurance against fines and penalties
D) Liability insurance for third-party claims
A
C) Insurance against fines and penalties
6
Q
- Under FAR Part 31, what is the allowability of legal costs associated with claims against the government?
A) Allowable, provided they are reasonable
B) Unallowable
C) Allowable only if the claim is successful
D) Allowable only with contracting officer approval
A
B) Unallowable
7
Q
- Which cost is considered expressly unallowable under FAR 31.205-20?
A) Contributions to employee pension plans
B) Travel expenses
C) Interest on borrowings
D) Direct material costs
A
C) Interest on borrowings
8
Q
- According to FAR 31.205-35, relocation costs for employees are:
A) Always unallowable
B) Allowable with restrictions, such as limits on temporary living costs and house-hunting trips
C) Fully allowable without restrictions
D) Allowable only for high-ranking employees
A
B) Allowable with restrictions, such as limits on temporary living costs and house-hunting trips
9
Q
- Under FAR 31.205-47, which type of legal expense is allowable?
A) Defense costs in fraud proceedings
B) Legal costs of patent infringement claims against the contractor
C) Costs of litigation resulting from contract disputes with the government
D) Legal expenses for environmental clean-up claims
A
D) Legal expenses for environmental clean-up claims
10
Q
- Which of the following fringe benefit costs is allowable under FAR 31.205-6?
A) Employee stock options
B) Employer contributions to pension plans
C) Personal gifts to employees
D) Employer-paid recreational expenses
A
B) Employer contributions to pension plans
11
Q
- Under FAR 31.205-16, gains or losses on disposition of depreciable property are:
A) Unallowable
B) Allowable only if the asset is sold for less than book value
C) Allowable based on how the gain or loss is allocated
D) Allowable only if approved by the contracting officer
A
C) Allowable based on how the gain or loss is allocated
12
Q
- Which of the following costs related to charitable contributions is addressed under FAR 31.205-8?
A) Always unallowable
B) Allowable if below a certain threshold
C) Allowable if approved by the contracting officer
D) Allowable for non-profit organizations only
A
A) Always unallowable
13
Q
- FAR 31.205-13 addresses employee morale costs. Which of the following is allowable?
A) Costs of company-wide employee parties
B) Gifts to individual employees
C) Luxury retreats for high-performing employees
D) Employee awards for performance
A
D) Employee awards for performance
14
Q
- Under FAR 31.205-27, which cost related to organization or reorganization is unallowable?
A) Recruiting costs for senior management
B) Severance pay for laid-off employees
C) Costs of incorporation fees
D) Costs related to mergers and acquisitions
A
D) Costs related to mergers and acquisitions
15
Q
- FAR 31.205-14 addresses entertainment costs. Which of the following is an allowable entertainment cost?
A) Tickets to sporting events
B) Meals with potential business partners
C) Company-sponsored team-building events
D) None of the above
A
D) None of the above
16
Q
- Which of the following types of losses is unallowable under FAR 31.205-23?
A) Losses from bad debts
B) Losses from fluctuations in currency exchange rates
C) Losses from direct labor inefficiencies
D) Losses from accidents
A
A) Losses from bad debts
17
Q
- Under FAR 31.205-38, royalties are allowable if:
A) Paid to a foreign entity
B) Necessary for contract performance
C) Paid to related parties
D) Paid in excess of market value
A
B) Necessary for contract performance
18
Q
- Which of the following costs of employee stock plans is addressed in FAR 31.205-6?
A) Allowable if the stock is publicly traded
B) Unallowable under all circumstances
C) Allowable only as part of a compensation package
D) Allowable only for small businesses
A
C) Allowable only as part of a compensation package
19
Q
- According to FAR 31.205-52, which costs related to asset valuations are unallowable?
A) Appraisal costs for company-owned real estate
B) Depreciation costs on assets
C) Revaluation costs associated with asset sales
D) Costs for routine maintenance of assets
A
C) Revaluation costs associated with asset sales
20
Q
. What does FAR Part 37 primarily cover?
A) Acquisition of commercial items
B) Service contracting
C) Procurement of construction services
D) Research and development
A
B) Service contracting
21
Q
- Which of the following is not an example of a service contract under FAR Part 37?
A) Janitorial services
B) Landscaping services
C) Equipment lease agreements
D) Advisory and assistance services
A
C) Equipment lease agreements
22
Q
- FAR 37.104 provides guidance on personal services contracts. Which of the following is true about personal services contracts?
A) They are prohibited by FAR Part 37
B) They are allowed only when authorized by statute
C) They are the preferred type of service contract
D) They can be used without restrictions
A
B) They are allowed only when authorized by statute
23
Q
- According to FAR Part 37, non-personal services contracts are distinguished by which of the following?
A) The government supervises the contractor’s employees
B) The contractor supervises its employees
C) The government directly hires contractor employees
D) The contractor has no control over its employees
A
B) The contractor supervises its employees
24
Q
- What is the primary distinction between personal and non-personal services contracts under FAR Part 37?
A) The government’s involvement in contract performance
B) The use of government-furnished property
C) The cost of services
D) The location of the contractor
A
A) The government’s involvement in contract performance
25
Q
- FAR 37.203 discusses advisory and assistance services. Which of the following is an example of such services?
A) Contracting for janitorial services
B) Technical evaluation of proposals
C) Acquisition of equipment
D) Procurement of office supplies
A
B) Technical evaluation of proposals
26
Q
- Under FAR 37.106, what is a key requirement for performance-based service contracts?
A) A detailed list of contractor personnel
B) Use of government-furnished equipment
C) A statement of work that defines measurable performance standards
D) Supervision of contractor personnel by government staff
A
C) A statement of work that defines measurable performance standards
27
Q
- Which of the following is true regarding performance-based service contracting under FAR Part 37?
A) It focuses on the process rather than the outcome
B) It specifies how the contractor should perform the work
C) It emphasizes measurable outcomes and results
D) It is used only for small purchases
A
C) It emphasizes measurable outcomes and result
28
Q
- FAR Part 37 requires agencies to ensure that service contracts are not used for which of the following purposes?
A) To bypass personnel hiring limitations
B) To supplement government procurement offices
C) To outsource non-essential government functions
D) To enhance operational efficiency
A
A) To bypass personnel hiring limitations
29
Q
- FAR 37.601 provides guidelines for performance work statements (PWS). What is the primary purpose of a PWS?
A) To describe in detail how the contractor should perform tasks
B) To outline measurable outcomes and performance standards
C) To specify payment terms and conditions
D) To identify required government-furnished equipment
A
B) To outline measurable outcomes and performance standards
30
Q
- Which of the following is true about the use of service contracts under FAR Part 37?
A) Service contracts are limited to IT services
B) Service contracts can be used for both personal and non-personal services
C) Service contracts are prohibited for construction activities
D) Service contracts do not require competition
A
B) Service contracts can be used for both personal and non-personal services
31
Q
- Which of the following is not a requirement for a performance-based service acquisition?
A) Performance incentives
B) Measurable performance standards
C) Detailed procedures for contractor personnel
D) Methods of assessing contractor performance
A
C) Detailed procedures for contractor personnel
32
Q
- Under FAR Part 37, which of the following is true regarding contractor personnel performing services?
A) They are considered government employees
B) They are directly supervised by government personnel
C) They must be hired under a personal services contract
D) They remain employees of the contractor
A
D) They remain employees of the contractor
33
Q
- Under FAR 37.104, which of the following is a key characteristic of personal services contracts?
A) The contractor’s employees are supervised by the government
B) The contractor retains full control over its employees
C) They are typically used for technical and advisory services
D) They are used for performance-based contracting
A
A) The contractor’s employees are supervised by the government
34
Q
- Which of the following is an example of a performance-based service acquisition under FAR Part 37?
A) A contract requiring detailed step-by-step instructions
B) A contract with flexible objectives and no performance measures
C) A contract with clear outcomes and performance metrics
D) A cost-reimbursement contract with vague goals
A
C) A contract with clear outcomes and performance metrics
35
Q
- According to FAR 37.602, which of the following should be avoided when preparing a performance work statement (PWS)?
A) Measurable performance standards
B) Detailed technical specifications
C) Performance incentives
D) Outcomes-based objectives
A
B) Detailed technical specifications
36
Q
- What does FAR Part 37 require agencies to ensure when using contractor personnel for service contracts?
A) That contractor personnel are treated as government employees
B) That contractor personnel are under government control
C) That contractor personnel are properly supervised by the contractor
D) That contractor personnel report directly to the agency
A
C) That contractor personnel are properly supervised by the contractor
37
Q
- Under FAR 37.501, which type of services are described as services provided by non-governmental sources to support or improve government policy development?
A) Custodial services
B) Advisory and assistance services
C) Construction services
D) Maintenance services
A
B) Advisory and assistance services
38
Q
- What is a key consideration for contracting officers when procuring services under FAR Part 37?
A) Ensure services are procured through sole-source contracts
B) Avoid competition for service contracts
C) Avoid using service contracts to perform inherently governmental functions
D) Require government supervision of contractor personnel
A
C) Avoid using service contracts to perform inherently governmental functions
39
Q
- Under FAR Part 37, what type of service contract involves the contractor providing expert advice or specialized knowledge?
A) Custodial services
B) Advisory and assistance services
C) Construction services
D) Facility support services
A
B) Advisory and assistance services
40
Q
- What is a primary focus of performance-based contracting as described in FAR Part 37?
A) Detailed step-by-step instructions for contractor employees
B) Payment based on inputs and processes
C) Emphasis on measurable performance outcomes
D) Government control over contractor personnel
A
C) Emphasis on measurable performance outcomes
41
Q
- What is the primary focus of FAR Part 42?
A) Proposal evaluation
B) Contract award
C) Contract administration and audit services
D) Bid protest resolution
A
C) Contract administration and audit services
42
Q
- FAR Part 42.302 outlines the responsibilities of the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Which of the following is not a COR responsibility?
A) Administering contract modifications
B) Monitoring contractor performance
C) Reviewing and approving invoices
D) Performing inspections and acceptance of services
A
A) Administering contract modifications
43
Q
- When a contractor’s performance is unsatisfactory, FAR Part 42 allows the government to issue a __________ to demand corrective action.
A) Performance Work Statement
B) Notice of Award
C) Cure notice
D) Statement of Objectives
A
C) Cure notice
44
Q
- Which type of contract administration function is normally retained by the Contracting Officer (CO) according to FAR 42.302?
A) Approving payment requests
B) Reviewing contractor proposals
C) Negotiating forward pricing rates
D) Handling contractor personnel issues
A
C) Negotiating forward pricing rates
45
Q
- FAR Part 42.202 addresses contract administration functions. Which of the following is not a contract administration function that can be delegated to a Contract Administration Office (CAO)?
A) Issuing contract modifications
B) Administering government property
C) Quality assurance
D) Reviewing subcontractor proposals
A
A) Issuing contract modifications
46
Q
- Under FAR Part 42, a contracting officer’s representative (COR) is typically appointed to:
A) Administer all aspects of the contract
B) Negotiate contract terms
C) Assist in the technical monitoring and administration of the contract
D) Perform contract audits
A
C) Assist in the technical monitoring and administration of the contract
47
Q
- Which of the following is a corrective action tool available to the government under FAR Part 42 when a contractor fails to meet contractual requirements?
A) Termination for convenience
B) Contract modification
C) Stop work order
D) Contractor incentive payment
A
C) Stop work order
48
Q
- FAR 42.1502 requires agencies to prepare and submit contractor performance evaluations at which of the following intervals?
A) Every six months
B) Upon contract completion
C) Annually and at contract completion
D) Only after a performance issue arises
A
C) Annually and at contract completion
49
Q
- FAR 42.1503 requires that contractor performance evaluations be entered into which system?
A) System for Award Management (SAM)
B) Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
C) Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
D) Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS)
A
C) Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
50
Q
- Under FAR 42.1503, which of the following is not typically included in a contractor performance evaluation?
A) Technical performance
B) Cost control
C) Contractor workforce diversity
D) Schedule adherence
A
C) Contractor workforce diversity
51
Q
- Which of the following actions should be taken if a contractor does not correct deficiencies after receiving a cure notice under FAR Part 42?
A) Issue a stop work order
B) Terminate the contract for default
C) File a formal protest
D) Modify the contract to reduce the scope
A
B) Terminate the contract for default
52
Q
- FAR Part 42.501 recommends that postaward orientations be conducted through:
A) In-person meetings
B) Written communications only
C) Conferences, telephone calls, or correspondence
D) On-site inspections
A
C) Conferences, telephone calls, or correspondence
53
Q
- FAR 42.1204 provides procedures for novation agreements. What is a novation agreement?
A) A subcontractor performance evaluation
B) A modification of the contract to adjust prices
C) An agreement recognizing a change of contractor’s legal name or ownership
D) An agreement to terminate a contract for convenience
A
C) An agreement recognizing a change of contractor’s legal name or ownership
54
Q
- Under FAR 42.1402, what is the purpose of contractor purchasing system reviews (CPSR)?
A) To determine if the contractor’s purchasing system is efficient and compliant
B) To evaluate subcontractor performance
C) To review contractor pricing proposals
D) To assess the contractor’s bid and proposal process
A
A) To determine if the contractor’s purchasing system is efficient and compliant
55
Q
- What is the primary purpose of a cure notice issued by the Contracting Officer under FAR Part 42?
A) To terminate the contract
B) To provide notice of a deficiency and request correction
C) To modify the scope of work
D) To notify the contractor of a funding increase
A
B) To provide notice of a deficiency and request correction
56
Q
- Under FAR Part 42, a show cause notice is typically issued when:
A) The contractor’s performance is ahead of schedule
B) The government is contemplating a termination for default
C) The contract is nearing completion
D) The contractor submits an inadequate proposal
A
B) The government is contemplating a termination for default
57
Q
- According to FAR Part 42.709, which of the following may be assessed if a contractor submits a final indirect cost rate proposal that includes unallowable costs?
A) Termination for convenience
B) Debarment from government contracts
C) Penalties and interest
D) Contract extension
A
C) Penalties and interest
58
Q
- What is the purpose of audit services under FAR Part 42?
A) To monitor contractor compliance with cost and pricing data requirements
B) To conduct technical evaluations of contractor performance
C) To determine the contractor’s eligibility for award
D) To evaluate contractor workforce training programs
A
A) To monitor contractor compliance with cost and pricing data requirements
59
Q
- FAR Part 42 specifies that contracts should be closed out within what timeframe after the completion of contract performance?
A) 6 months for firm-fixed-price contracts
B) 12 months for cost-reimbursement contracts
C) 24 months for all contracts
D) As soon as final payment is made
A
B) 12 months for cost-reimbursement contracts
60
Q
- What is the primary focus of FAR Part 44?
A) Acquisition planning
B) Source selection
C) Subcontracting policies and procedures
D) Contract modifications
A
C) Subcontracting policies and procedures
61
Q
- What is a key purpose of subcontracting plans under FAR 44.201-2?
A) To maximize government oversight of prime contractors
B) To provide prime contractors with technical guidance
C) To ensure small businesses receive subcontracting opportunities
D) To reduce contract administration workload
A
C) To ensure small businesses receive subcontracting opportunities
62
Q
- A Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) is required under FAR 44.302 when the contractor’s sales to the government exceed what threshold?
A) $10 million
B) $25 million
C) $50 million
D) $100 million
A
D) $50 million
63
Q
. FAR Part 44.303 identifies the scope of a CPSR. Which of the following is a key area reviewed during a CPSR?
A) Compliance with cost accounting standards
B) Quality of contractor performance
C) Contractor’s method of selecting subcontractors
D) Contractor’s compliance with environmental regulations
A
C) Contractor’s method of selecting subcontractors
64
Q
- Which of the following is a primary objective of a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) under FAR 44.301?
A) To determine if a contractor’s purchasing system is efficient and effective
B) To identify government cost savings opportunities
C) To reduce the number of subcontractors used
D) To review the contractor’s pricing methodology
A
A) To determine if a contractor’s purchasing system is efficient and effective
65
Q
- Which of the following is not typically reviewed in a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) according to FAR 44.303?
A) Subcontract pricing
B) Subcontractor past performance
C) Contractor’s purchasing policies
D) Contractor’s compliance with the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act
A
D) Contractor’s compliance with the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act
66
Q
- Under FAR 44.201, the approval of a subcontracting plan is typically required when the contract value exceeds:
A) $500,000
B) $700,000
C) $1 million
D) $1.5 million
A
B) $700,000
67
Q
- FAR Part 44.202-2 outlines conditions where the consent to subcontract is required. For which type of contract is the government most likely to require consent to subcontract?
A) Firm-fixed-price contracts
B) Cost-reimbursement contracts
C) Time-and-materials contracts
D) Indefinite delivery contracts
A
B) Cost-reimbursement contracts
68
Q
- Under FAR 44.201-1, which of the following contracts does not typically require a subcontracting plan?
A) Contracts performed entirely outside the United States
B) Contracts awarded to large businesses
C) Contracts that are not set-aside for small businesses
D) Contracts that are for services only
A
A) Contracts performed entirely outside the United States
69
Q
- According to FAR Part 44, the government may approve the contractor’s purchasing system if the system is:
A) Free from any deficiencies
B) In compliance with government cost-reimbursement rules
C) Effective in ensuring fair and reasonable prices
D) Structured to award subcontracts to small businesses only
A
C) Effective in ensuring fair and reasonable prices
70
Q
- Which of the following conditions does not require the Contracting Officer’s consent for subcontracts under FAR Part 44.201-1?
A) The contract is a cost-reimbursement contract
B) The contract is with a large business
C) The prime contractor does not have an approved purchasing system
D) The contract contains a “special surveillance” provision
A
B) The contract is with a large business
71
Q
- FAR Part 44 allows the government to review a contractor’s purchasing system if the system poses what kind of risk?
A) High risk to the government’s acquisition mission
B) Financial risk to the contractor
C) Risk of legal compliance issues
D) Risk of technical performance failure
A
A) High risk to the government’s acquisition mission
72
Q
**13. Under FAR Part 44.302, which entity is typically responsible for performing a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)?
A) The Contracting Officer
B) The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
C) The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
D) The Small Business Administration (SBA)
A
C) The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
73
Q
- FAR Part 44.201 requires that a contractor’s subcontracting plan must include which of the following elements?
A) A breakdown of all subcontractor costs
B) The names of proposed subcontractors
C) Goals for subcontracting to small, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged businesses
D) A list of all awarded subcontracts
A
C) Goals for subcontracting to small, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged businesses
74
Q
- Under FAR Part 44, Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs) are generally conducted:
A) Annually
B) Every 3 years
C) Every 5 years
D) Based on the discretion of the Contracting Officer
A
D) Based on the discretion of the Contracting Officer
75
Q
- When conducting a CPSR, the government may assess the contractor’s process for:
A) Auditing subcontractor costs
B) Negotiating subcontracts
C) Terminating contracts for default
D) Settling government claims
A
B) Negotiating subcontracts
76
Q
- FAR Part 44 requires consent to subcontract when the subcontract involves:
A) Direct commercial sales
B) Construction services performed on military bases
C) The acquisition of intellectual property rights
D) Critical systems or components
A
D) Critical systems or components
77
Q
- Under FAR Part 44, who has the primary responsibility for subcontract management?
A) The Contracting Officer
B) The prime contractor
C) The Small Business Administration (SBA)
D) The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
A
B) The prime contractor
78
Q
- Which of the following is not an example of a subcontract under FAR Part 44?
A) A contract between a prime contractor and a supplier of raw materials
B) A contract between a prime contractor and a large subcontractor
C) A contract for the lease of office space by a prime contractor
D) A contract for performance of maintenance services by a prime contractor
A
C) A contract for the lease of office space by a prime contractor
79
Q
- Under FAR Part 44, subcontracting plan requirements apply to which of the following contract types?
A) Firm-fixed-price contracts under $150,000
B) Cost-reimbursement contracts over $700,000
C) Sole-source contracts under $700,000
D) Micro-purchase contracts
A
B) Cost-reimbursement contracts over $700,000
80
Q
- Which of the following is the purpose of the Small Business Subcontracting Plan as outlined in FAR Part 44?
A) To monitor contractor compliance with environmental standards
B) To ensure subcontractor compliance with labor laws
C) To provide opportunities for small businesses to participate in government contracts
D) To verify contractor pricing for subcontracts
A
C) To provide opportunities for small businesses to participate in government contracts
81
Q
- Under FAR 44.203, subcontracting plans must be incorporated into which part of the contract?
A) The statement of work
B) The list of deliverables
C) The contract schedule
D) The subcontracting terms and conditions
A
C) The contract schedule
82
Q
- FAR 44.303 requires that CPSR findings be documented and reported to whom?
A) The Contracting Officer
B) The Small Business Administration
C) The Office of Management and Budget
D) The Defense Contract Audit Agency
A
A) The Contracting Officer
83
Q
- Under FAR Part 44.302, when is it not necessary to conduct a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)?
A) When the contractor’s government sales exceed $50 million annually
B) When the prime contractor has been awarded multiple cost-reimbursement contracts
C) When the Contracting Officer determines the review is not warranted
D) When the contractor has a small business subcontracting plan in place
A
C) When the Contracting Officer determines the review is not warranted
84
Q
- What is the main objective of FAR Part 46?
A) Contract financing
B) Subcontracting policies
C) Quality assurance
D) Cost accounting standards
A
C) Quality assurance
85
Q
- Under FAR 46.101, what does “Quality Assurance” primarily ensure?
A) On-time delivery of supplies
B) That supplies and services conform to contract requirements
C) Reduction in the cost of materials
D) Efficient use of government resources
A
B) That supplies and services conform to contract requirements
86
Q
- Under FAR Part 46, what should the Contracting Officer do if nonconforming supplies are detected?
A) Automatically reject the supplies
B) Accept the supplies at a reduced price
C) Determine whether to accept or reject the supplies
D) Re-negotiate the contract terms
A
C) Determine whether to accept or reject the supplies
87
Q
- Under FAR 46.501, what is the purpose of government contract quality assurance?
A) To ensure payment is made to the contractor
B) To enforce environmental compliance
C) To verify that the supplies and services conform to contract requirements
D) To ensure subcontractor compliance with labor laws
A
C) To verify that the supplies and services conform to contract requirements
88
Q
- What is the government’s primary role in quality assurance, according to FAR 46.102?
A) Establishing quality control procedures
B) Verifying that the contractor’s quality control processes are effective
C) Performing acceptance tests on all products
D) Requiring contractors to purchase specific quality management systems
A
B) Verifying that the contractor’s quality control processes are effective
89
Q
- Under FAR 46.202-2, what is the contractor required to do for all supplies and services?
A) Provide an extended warranty
B) Conduct inspection and testing
C) Ensure compliance with cost accounting standards
D) Prepare a detailed quality control report
A
B) Conduct inspection and testing
90
Q
- What is the typical time period for inspection under a fixed-price contract as per FAR 46.404?
A) 30 days
B) 60 days
C) 90 days
D) It varies based on contract terms
A
D) It varies based on contract terms
91
Q
- What does FAR 46.407 suggest when a contractor offers to correct or replace nonconforming supplies?
A) The government must accept the offer
B) The Contracting Officer should consider the contractor’s offer
C) The Contracting Officer should reject the offer and terminate the contract
D) The contractor must compensate the government for inspection costs
A
B) The Contracting Officer should consider the contractor’s offer
92
Q
- FAR 46.202-4 addresses “Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirements.” Which of the following types of contracts might require such higher-level quality standards?
A) Fixed-price contracts
B) Contracts for commercial items
C) Complex systems and critical components
D) Construction contracts
A
C) Complex systems and critical components
93
Q
- Which of the following is true regarding “Acceptance” as defined in FAR 46.501?
A) Acceptance can be revoked after final payment
B) Acceptance is final unless there is fraud or gross mistakes
C) Acceptance is never final
D) Acceptance is only preliminary and subject to further review
A
B) Acceptance is final unless there is fraud or gross mistakes
94
Q
- What is the primary focus of FAR 46.104 regarding “Contract Quality Requirements”?
A) Identifying contractor labor compliance
B) Specifying contract quality requirements
C) Defining contractor responsibility for testing
D) Ensuring cost control
A
B) Specifying contract quality requirements
95
Q
- According to FAR 46.503, government contract quality assurance must be performed at which stage of contract performance?
A) Before work begins
B) During all stages of performance
C) Only at the final stage before delivery
D) During contract closeout
A
B) During all stages of performance
96
Q
- Under FAR 46.405, government quality assurance actions must be conducted when the contractor’s work is:
A) Incomplete
B) Ready for acceptance
C) Underway
D) Being delivered
A
B) Ready for acceptance
97
Q
- Under FAR 46.404, if the contractor fails to deliver conforming supplies or services, the government may:
A) Accept the supplies at a reduced price
B) Waive all nonconformities
C) Terminate the contract for default
D) Pay the contractor for partial performance
A
C) Terminate the contract for default
98
Q
- What is the primary purpose of FAR Part 53?
A) Establish guidelines for contract negotiations
B) Prescribe standard forms for acquisition processes
C) Define contract clauses
D) Outline contract termination procedures
A
B) Prescribe standard forms for acquisition processes
99
Q
- According to FAR 53.000, the forms prescribed in Part 53 are used for what type of contracting activities?
A) Only defense-related contracts
B) Federal contracting activities
C) Commercial contracting only
D) State contracting processes
A
B) Federal contracting activities
100
Q
- In the scope section of FAR 53.000, what is the main objective stated?
A) Prescribing policies on contract negotiations
B) Providing forms for all acquisition functions
C) Defining contractor responsibility
D) Establishing labor standards for contracts
A
B) Providing forms for all acquisition functions
101
Q
- Under FAR 53.001, what does the term “forms” include?
A) Only purchase order forms
B) Only solicitation forms
C) All forms prescribed by or referenced in the FAR
D) Only proposal forms
A
C) All forms prescribed by or referenced in the FAR
102
Q
- According to FAR 53.102, who has the authority to prescribe standard forms?
A) The Contracting Officer
B) The Administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP)
C) The Head of the Contracting Activity
D) The Agency Head
A
B) The Administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP)
103
Q
- FAR Part 53 primarily applies to which of the following activities?
A) Negotiating contracts with subcontractors
B) Submitting unsolicited proposals
C) Documenting and executing procurement transactions
D) Developing contractor compensation guidelines
A
C) Documenting and executing procurement transactions
104
Q
- Under FAR 53.101, what should be done when no suitable standard form is available for a particular contracting action?
A) Create a new form with agency approval
B) Use any commercial form available
C) Obtain approval for an exception from the Administrator of General Services
D) Perform the action without any form
A
C) Obtain approval for an exception from the Administrator of General Services
105
Q
- In FAR 53.105, which authority is cited for the requirement to use standard forms?
A) The Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
B) The General Services Administration (GSA)
C) The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP)
D) The Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI)
A
B) The General Services Administration (GSA)
