Part 3c Chat GPT FAR Questions Flashcards

Part 33, 35, 38, 39, 49

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a forum for filing protests under FAR Part 33?
    A) The Government Accountability Office (GAO)
    B) The contracting officer
    C) The U.S. Court of Federal Claims
    D) The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
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D) The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason to file a protest under FAR 33.103?
    A) Improper contract award decision
    B) Failure to follow evaluation criteria
    C) Contractor disagreement with technical requirements
    D) Bidder’s failure to meet the contract’s labor standards
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D) Bidder’s failure to meet the contract’s labor standards

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for filing a protest at the agency level under FAR 33.103?
    A) The protest must be filed in writing
    B) The protest must be filed within 10 days of the contract award
    C) The protest must be filed directly with the agency
    D) The protest must be addressed by the agency’s contracting officer
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B) The protest must be filed within 10 days of the contract award

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a role of the contracting officer when a protest is filed?
    A) Suspending contract performance upon protest filing
    B) Making an independent decision on the protest
    C) Conducting an investigation of the protest allegations
    D) Representing the government in a court of appeals
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D) Representing the government in a court of appeals

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a factor considered by the GAO when deciding on a protest?
    A) Whether the protest was filed in a timely manner
    B) Whether the protester had a reasonable chance of winning the contract
    C) Whether the agency followed applicable procurement laws
    D) Whether the protester can prove financial hardship due to the procurement process
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D) Whether the protester can prove financial hardship due to the procurement process

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a possible outcome of a protest at the GAO under FAR 33.104?
    A) The protest is sustained
    B) The protest is dismissed
    C) The contract award is upheld
    D) The protester is automatically awarded the contract
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D) The protester is automatically awarded the contract

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a type of dispute covered under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) as per FAR Part 33?
    A) Disputes over contract interpretation
    B) Disputes over contract termination
    C) Disputes over personal grievances between contractor employees
    D) Disputes over contract performance
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C) Disputes over personal grievances between contractor employees

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a required element of a claim submitted by a contractor under FAR Part 33.206?
    A) The claim must be submitted in writing
    B) The claim must include a clear statement of the facts
    C) The claim must be certified if it is over $100,000
    D) The claim must include proof of the contracting officer’s negligence
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D) The claim must include proof of the contracting officer’s negligence

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a possible action a contracting officer may take when responding to a contractor’s claim?
    A) Issue a final decision
    B) Negotiate a settlement with the contractor
    C) Refer the claim to the U.S. Department of Justice
    D) Deny the claim with a written explanation
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C) Refer the claim to the U.S. Department of Justice

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) for contractor claims over $100,000?
    A) The claim must be certified by the contractor
    B) The contracting officer must issue a final decision within 60 days
    C) The claim must be submitted to a contracting officer
    D) The contractor must submit a proposal for arbitration
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D) The contractor must submit a proposal for arbitration

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a role of the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) under FAR Part 33?
    A) Hearing appeals from contracting officer decisions
    B) Offering alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services
    C) Reviewing protests related to contract awards
    D) Issuing binding decisions on disputes
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C) Reviewing protests related to contract awards

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a situation where a protest may be dismissed by the GAO?
    A) The protest is untimely
    B) The protester does not have standing
    C) The protest raises matters of contract administration
    D) The protest involves allegations of fraud by the contracting officer
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D) The protest involves allegations of fraud by the contracting officer

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  1. Which of the following is NOT required in a contractor’s protest to be valid under FAR Part 33.103?
    A) The protest must identify the solicitation or contract in question
    B) The protest must allege a specific violation of procurement law
    C) The protest must be submitted within 10 days of knowledge of the basis for protest
    D) The protest must include a recommendation for contract cancellation
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D) The protest must include a recommendation for contract cancellation

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about the time limits for filing a claim under the Contract Disputes Act?
    A) The claim must be filed within 6 years of the accrual of the claim
    B) The contracting officer must respond within 90 days to claims of less than $100,000
    C) The contractor may file an appeal within 90 days of the contracting officer’s decision
    D) The contractor has up to one year to appeal the decision to a court
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B) The contracting officer must respond within 90 days to claims of less than $100,000

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  1. Which of the following is NOT required for an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedure to be valid under FAR 33.214?
    A) Both parties must agree to the procedure in writing
    B) ADR must be used after contract performance is complete
    C) The procedure must be neutral and impartial
    D) ADR may not be used if both parties do not agree
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B) ADR must be used after contract performance is complete

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of research and development (R&D) contracting under FAR Part 35?
    A) Advancing scientific knowledge
    B) Developing useful materials, devices, systems, or methods
    C) Achieving immediate cost savings on commercial products
    D) Testing and evaluating existing products
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C) Achieving immediate cost savings on commercial products

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a type of research and development contract used under FAR Part 35?
    A) Cost-reimbursement contracts
    B) Fixed-price incentive contracts
    C) Firm-fixed-price contracts
    D) Time-and-materials contracts
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D) Time-and-materials contracts

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a reason the government may use R&D contracts?
    A) To promote basic research
    B) To conduct exploratory development
    C) To purchase off-the-shelf commercial products
    D) To advance applied research
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C) To purchase off-the-shelf commercial products

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  1. Which of the following is NOT typically associated with R&D contracting as outlined in FAR 35.003?
    A) Contracts focused on discovery and invention
    B) Contracts focused on routine production and manufacturing
    C) Contracts aimed at solving complex scientific problems
    D) Contracts requiring close cooperation between the government and contractor
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B) Contracts focused on routine production and manufacturing

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for R&D contracts under FAR Part 35.007?
    A) The contract must clearly define the scope of the work
    B) The contract must provide clear instructions for commercial production
    C) The contract must outline the method of evaluating performance
    D) The contract must specify the type of report or documentation required
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B) The contract must provide clear instructions for commercial production

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  1. Which of the following is NOT considered an essential aspect of managing R&D contracts?
    A) Flexibility in contract terms
    B) Close monitoring and technical supervision
    C) Strict adherence to firm pricing arrangements
    D) Adjusting goals based on ongoing research findings
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C) Strict adherence to firm pricing arrangements

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a key factor in choosing a contract type for R&D under FAR 35.006?
    A) The nature of the research and level of risk involved
    B) The contractor’s experience in commercial manufacturing
    C) The degree to which the government can specify outcomes
    D) The expected cost and time frame of the project
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B) The contractor’s experience in commercial manufacturing

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of basic research under FAR 35.001?
    A) Conducted with the goal of advancing fundamental knowledge
    B) Directed towards solving a specific, practical problem
    C) May have unpredictable outcomes
    D) May serve as the foundation for applied research
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B) Directed towards solving a specific, practical problem

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about applied research as defined in FAR 35.001?
    A) It seeks to address a practical problem or need
    B) It builds on basic research findings
    C) It is primarily focused on producing commercially viable products
    D) It may involve prototype development or testing
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C) It is primarily focused on producing commercially viable products

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  1. Which of the following is NOT typically included in the statement of work for an R&D contract under FAR Part 35?
    A) Clear objectives and goals for the research
    B) A detailed manufacturing plan
    C) Criteria for evaluating success
    D) Required deliverables, such as reports or prototypes
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B) A detailed manufacturing plan

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a concern when planning for the intellectual property aspects of an R&D contract under FAR 35.014?
    A) Ensuring the government has data rights
    B) Protecting the contractor’s patents and inventions
    C) Identifying which party owns the final product
    D) Setting fixed prices for mass production
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D) Setting fixed prices for mass production

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a typical result expected from an R&D contract under FAR Part 35?
    A) A fully developed commercial product
    B) A prototype for testing
    C) New scientific knowledge
    D) Technical reports on research findings
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A) A fully developed commercial product

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of exploratory development in R&D under FAR Part 35?
    A) To identify potential technological approaches
    B) To test specific hypotheses through experiments
    C) To conduct extensive production and quality control testing
    D) To assess feasibility of new scientific methods
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C) To conduct extensive production and quality control testing

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a common funding method for R&D contracts under FAR Part 35?
    A) Incremental funding based on project milestones
    B) Full funding of all anticipated costs upfront
    C) Funding tied to specific deliverables
    D) Cost-sharing arrangements between the government and contractor
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B) Full funding of all anticipated costs upfront

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a criterion typically used for selecting contractors for R&D projects under FAR Part 35?
    A) The contractor’s scientific and technical expertise
    B) The contractor’s experience in large-scale commercial production
    C) The contractor’s past performance on similar research projects
    D) The contractor’s understanding of the research objectives
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B) The contractor’s experience in large-scale commercial production

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about cost-reimbursement contracts used for R&D projects under FAR 35.006?
    A) They allow for flexibility in costs due to the uncertain nature of research
    B) They provide for fixed pricing based on known costs
    C) They require detailed cost tracking and reporting
    D) They are commonly used in high-risk research projects
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B) They provide for fixed pricing based on known costs

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  1. Which of the following is NOT typically evaluated in a research and development contract proposal under FAR Part 35?
    A) The technical approach to achieving the objectives
    B) The contractor’s ability to manufacture commercial products
    C) The qualifications of the research team
    D) The estimated cost and budget
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B) The contractor’s ability to manufacture commercial products

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a reason for terminating an R&D contract under FAR 35.016?
    A) The government decides to discontinue the research project
    B) The contractor has fully met all research objectives ahead of schedule
    C) The project has failed to produce commercially viable results
    D) The contractor has failed to make satisfactory progress
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C) The project has failed to produce commercially viable results

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a method for handling technical data rights under R&D contracts as discussed in FAR 35.014?
    A) Granting the contractor exclusive rights to the data
    B) Negotiating government rights to use and distribute the data
    C) Allowing the contractor to retain ownership of proprietary information
    D) Including a clause for automatic government ownership of all data
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D) Including a clause for automatic government ownership of all data

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program under FAR Part 38?
    A) Provides a simplified process for acquiring commercial goods and services
    B) Utilizes blanket purchase agreements (BPAs) for recurring needs
    C) Requires contracting officers to conduct full and open competition
    D) Offers a wide range of pre-negotiated prices for products and services
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C) Requires contracting officers to conduct full and open competition

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using the Federal Supply Schedules?
    A) Reduced administrative costs
    B) Access to pre-negotiated contracts with commercial suppliers
    C) Flexibility to negotiate additional discounts from schedule prices
    D) Mandatory use of lowest-price vendors only
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D) Mandatory use of lowest-price vendors only

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for vendors participating in the Federal Supply Schedule program?
    A) Offer competitive pricing for goods and services
    B) Provide detailed commercial sales data
    C) Maintain compliance with Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
    D) Exclusively sell to federal government agencies
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D) Exclusively sell to federal government agencies

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about the GSA Advantage!® system under FAR Part 38?
    A) It allows ordering from multiple vendors at once
    B) It is an online system for purchasing items through Federal Supply Schedules
    C) It is required for all federal government purchases
    D) It provides access to vendor catalog information and pricing
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C) It is required for all federal government purchases

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a typical type of contract used under the Federal Supply Schedule program?
    A) Indefinite delivery contracts
    B) Firm-fixed-price contracts
    C) Cost-reimbursement contracts
    D) Blanket purchase agreements
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C) Cost-reimbursement contracts

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a principle governing the use of Federal Supply Schedules according to FAR 38.101?
    A) Encourages agencies to consolidate purchases for volume discounts
    B) Ensures the government receives the lowest price possible
    C) Allows flexibility in choosing from pre-qualified vendors
    D) Streamlines the acquisition process for commercial products and services
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B) Ensures the government receives the lowest price possible

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  1. Which of the following is NOT included as part of the responsibilities of contracting officers when using Federal Supply Schedules?
    A) Determining whether a vendor is responsible
    B) Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
    C) Conducting negotiations for new pricing on pre-established schedules
    D) Evaluating vendor proposals to ensure they meet government needs
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C) Conducting negotiations for new pricing on pre-established schedules

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about orders placed against Federal Supply Schedule contracts?
    A) Orders must comply with the schedule contract terms and conditions
    B) Orders can include both supplies and services
    C) Orders require contracting officers to conduct separate cost analysis
    D) Orders can be placed directly with schedule contractors
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C) Orders require contracting officers to conduct separate cost analysis

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  1. Which of the following is NOT typically a factor agencies must consider when ordering from the Federal Supply Schedule?
    A) Price reasonableness
    B) Vendor past performance
    C) Contract length limitations
    D) Compliance with the Buy American Act
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C) Contract length limitations

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the Cooperative Purchasing Program under FAR 38.101?
    A) Allows state and local governments to use GSA schedules
    B) Permits purchases related to law enforcement and disaster recovery
    C) Enables federal agencies to negotiate additional discounts with vendors
    D) Offers access to pre-negotiated prices for specific services
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C) Enables federal agencies to negotiate additional discounts with vendors

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the General Services Administration (GSA) under FAR Part 38?
    A) Maintaining the Federal Supply Schedules
    B) Conducting pre-award negotiations with schedule vendors
    C) Establishing government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs)
    D) Reviewing and updating schedule contract terms and conditions
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C) Establishing government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs)

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a category of products and services available through Federal Supply Schedules?
    A) Office supplies and equipment
    B) Construction materials for public works
    C) Information technology services
    D) Professional services such as consulting
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B) Construction materials for public works

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  1. Which of the following is NOT an allowable method for placing an order against a Federal Supply Schedule contract?
    A) Ordering directly through the vendor’s catalog
    B) Placing orders via GSA Advantage!®
    C) Using a government-wide acquisition contract
    D) Submitting a purchase order directly to the vendor
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C) Using a government-wide acquisition contract

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  1. Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using Federal Supply Schedules?
    A) Pre-negotiated prices for faster purchasing
    B) Simplified ordering process with fewer regulations
    C) Mandatory requirement to use the schedules for all federal purchases
    D) Ability to establish blanket purchase agreements for recurring needs
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C) Mandatory requirement to use the schedules for all federal purchases

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about ordering procedures for services using Federal Supply Schedules under FAR 38.101?
    A) The contracting officer must always issue a statement of work (SOW)
    B) Services can be purchased through GSA-approved vendors
    C) Additional labor categories can be negotiated when necessary
    D) Best value must be considered when selecting a service provider
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A) The contracting officer must always issue a statement of work (SOW)

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for vendors participating in the Federal Supply Schedules program?
    A) Vendors must provide best pricing to government buyers
    B) Vendors must comply with the Buy American Act
    C) Vendors must allow on-site government inspections of facilities
    D) Vendors must report sales to the GSA
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C) Vendors must allow on-site government inspections of facilities

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a step in the ordering process for Federal Supply Schedules under FAR 38.101?
    A) Conducting market research
    B) Issuing a competitive request for proposals
    C) Identifying the appropriate schedule and vendor
    D) Placing the order through GSA systems
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B) Issuing a competitive request for proposals

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a typical procedure for using Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) under Federal Supply Schedules?
    A) Establishing recurring needs with pre-negotiated pricing
    B) Conducting a separate competition for each BPA call
    C) Streamlining procurement for frequently purchased items
    D) Simplifying the process for making multiple purchases
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B) Conducting a separate competition for each BPA call

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a goal of FAR Part 39 regarding the acquisition of information technology?
    A) Ensure that information technology systems are interoperable
    B) Promote the acquisition of commercial IT products
    C) Focus solely on developing government-unique IT solutions
    D) Ensure acquisitions consider performance-based contracting methods
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C) Focus solely on developing government-unique IT solutions

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement when acquiring information technology according to FAR Part 39?
    A) Maximizing the use of commercial technology
    B) Ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities
    C) Using only government-unique technology solutions
    D) Promoting IT security measures during acquisition
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C) Using only government-unique technology solutions

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  1. Which of the following is NOT included in the considerations for IT acquisition planning under FAR Part 39?
    A) The alignment of IT acquisitions with agency missions
    B) Evaluation of performance-based acquisition methods
    C) Consideration of open-source software when feasible
    D) Development of proprietary IT systems that are not interoperable
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D) Development of proprietary IT systems that are not interoperable

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  1. Which of the following is NOT an approach recommended by FAR Part 39 for managing IT acquisitions?
    A) Using agile methodologies for development projects
    B) Implementing cloud computing solutions when appropriate
    C) Requiring all IT systems to be custom-built for the government
    D) Encouraging the use of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products
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C) Requiring all IT systems to be custom-built for the government

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a factor that agencies must consider when acquiring IT systems under FAR Part 39?
    A) Compliance with security and privacy regulations
    B) Interoperability with other government systems
    C) Cost and schedule risks associated with long-term IT projects
    D) Prohibition of open-market purchases for IT solutions
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D) Prohibition of open-market purchases for IT solution

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  1. Which of the following is NOT addressed by FAR Part 39 regarding IT accessibility requirements?
    A) Compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
    B) Ensuring accessibility for users with disabilities
    C) Only requiring accessibility for federal IT systems, not commercial IT
    D) Promoting accessibility throughout the IT acquisition lifecycle
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C) Only requiring accessibility for federal IT systems, not commercial IT

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a recommendation in FAR Part 39 for IT project success?
    A) Using performance-based acquisitions for IT services
    B) Incorporating iterative development methods
    C) Minimizing the use of agile methodologies
    D) Utilizing modular contracting to manage project risks
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C) Minimizing the use of agile methodologies

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  1. Which of the following is NOT an outcome of using modular contracting for IT projects, as recommended by FAR Part 39?
    A) Reducing project risks through incremental development
    B) Ensuring faster delivery of IT systems to users
    C) Guaranteeing cost savings through reduced competition
    D) Allowing flexibility in adapting to changing requirements
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C) Guaranteeing cost savings through reduced competition

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a method for ensuring IT systems’ interoperability as required by FAR Part 39?
    A) Evaluating system compatibility with existing technologies
    B) Developing government-unique protocols for IT systems
    C) Promoting the use of open standards
    D) Avoiding isolated IT systems that cannot communicate with others
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B) Developing government-unique protocols for IT systems

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  1. Which of the following is NOT true about cloud computing acquisitions under FAR Part 39?
    A) Agencies are encouraged to use cloud solutions when possible
    B) Cloud acquisitions must always use a firm-fixed-price contract
    C) Cloud computing can provide scalable and cost-effective IT solutions
    D) Security and privacy must be prioritized in cloud acquisitions
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B) Cloud acquisitions must always use a firm-fixed-price contract

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  1. Which of the following is NOT an exception to the requirement for IT system accessibility under FAR Part 39.204?
    A) If it causes undue burden on the agency
    B) If no commercially available product meets the need
    C) If the IT system is used only by government employees
    D) If the cost of making the system accessible is prohibitive
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C) If the IT system is used only by government employees

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for performance-based IT service acquisitions under FAR Part 39?
    A) Defining measurable performance standards
    B) Providing contractors with flexibility to meet objectives
    C) Specifying detailed technical processes for the contractor to follow
    D) Allowing performance incentives for exceeding standards
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C) Specifying detailed technical processes for the contractor to follow

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C) Specifying detailed technical processes for the contractor to follow

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C) Avoiding the use of emerging commercial technologies

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  1. Which of the following is NOT typically included in IT acquisition planning under FAR Part 39?
    A) Considering the total cost of ownership of IT systems
    B) Assessing vendor past performance on similar IT projects
    C) Developing detailed technical specifications for IT products
    D) Ensuring compatibility with existing government systems
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C) Developing detailed technical specifications for IT products

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a feature of FAR Part 39 regarding privacy considerations for IT acquisitions?
    A) Ensuring that privacy requirements are integrated into IT system design
    B) Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for systems that handle personal data
    C) Delaying privacy considerations until after the IT system is implemented
    D) Including privacy safeguards in contracts for IT services
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C) Delaying privacy considerations until after the IT system is implemented

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a type of termination under FAR Part 49?
    A) Termination for Default
    B) Termination for Convenience
    C) Termination for Cause
    D) Termination for Mutual Agreement
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D) Termination for Mutual Agreement

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Termination Contracting Officer (TCO) under FAR Part 49?
    A) Negotiating a settlement with the contractor
    B) Issuing a notice of termination
    C) Determining if the contractor is responsible
    D) Ensuring the contract is closed out
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C) Determining if the contractor is responsible

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for a Termination for Default under FAR Part 49?
    A) Failure to make progress so as to endanger performance
    B) Failure to deliver supplies or services by the contract deadline
    C) Request by the contractor for early termination
    D) Failure to perform any other contract provisions
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C) Request by the contractor for early termination

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a component of a settlement proposal after a termination for convenience under FAR Part 49?
    A) Costs incurred for work performed
    B) Profit on completed work
    C) Compensation for anticipated profits on unperformed work
    D) Allowances for settlement expenses
A

C) Compensation for anticipated profits on unperformed work

72
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a step in the process of termination for convenience according to FAR Part 49?
    A) Issuance of a stop-work order
    B) Negotiation of a settlement proposal
    C) Reprocurement of similar supplies or services
    D) Determination of costs allowable under the contract
A

C) Reprocurement of similar supplies or services

73
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT considered when determining the contractor’s liability under a termination for default?
    A) The contractor’s performance record
    B) The contractor’s ability to meet future deadlines
    C) The costs incurred by the government due to default
    D) The excess costs of reprocurement
A

B) The contractor’s ability to meet future deadlines

74
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT grounds for termination for default under FAR Part 49?
    A) Contractor’s refusal to perform the work
    B) Contractor’s excessive delays in performance
    C) Contractor’s request to renegotiate contract terms
    D) Contractor’s failure to comply with contract terms
A

C) Contractor’s request to renegotiate contract terms

75
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a step that the government may take after terminating a contract for default?
    A) Seek excess costs from the contractor
    B) Terminate the contractor’s other contracts as well
    C) Initiate reprocurement of the goods or services
    D) Charge the contractor for any additional costs incurred during reprocurement
A

B) Terminate the contractor’s other contracts as well

76
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for the government to terminate a contract for convenience under FAR Part 49?
    A) The government’s need for the supplies or services is no longer required
    B) The contractor has committed a breach of contract
    C) The government has decided to perform the work in-house
    D) The requirement has become obsolete
A

B) The contractor has committed a breach of contract

77
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in determining whether a contract should be terminated for default?
    A) Availability of the supplies or services from other sources
    B) Contractor’s history of past performance on unrelated contracts
    C) Urgency of the need for the supplies or services
    D) Contractor’s ability to perform within the contract’s schedule
A

B) Contractor’s history of past performance on unrelated contracts

78
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a circumstance where a contractor would be allowed to submit a claim for equitable adjustment after termination for convenience?
    A) Costs incurred for work in progress
    B) Compensation for completed work
    C) Anticipated profits on the terminated portion of the contract
    D) Allowable settlement expenses
A

C) Anticipated profits on the terminated portion of the contract

79
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for the government to convert a termination for default to a termination for convenience?
    A) New information suggests the contractor was not at fault
    B) The contract’s requirements were found to be unreasonable
    C) The government finds the goods or services elsewhere
    D) The contractor successfully appeals the termination for default
A

C) The government finds the goods or services elsewhere

80
Q
  1. Which of the following is NOT true about the government’s obligation in termination for default?
    A) The government must always reprocure the work
    B) The government may seek damages for excess reprocurement costs
    C) The government is not obligated to compensate for unperformed work
    D) The contractor may be held liable for any costs incurred due to default
A

A) The government must always reprocure the work

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A