Quiz 3 review questions

Question 1

Are Post award orientations always required?

Answer 1

No

Question 2

What is partnering?

Answer 2

A technique of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to resolve disputes

Question 3

We _______ solicitations and __________ contracts when we make changes.

Answer 3

Amend, modify

Question 4

A change to a contract is called an amendment True or False

Answer 4

False

Question 5

Before a KO executes a modification they must first determine if the change is in________?

Answer 5

Scope

Question 6

How much time is the GAO normally given to process a protest?

Answer 6

The GAO has 100 calendar days to make a decision from the time a protest is filed or 65 days if the express option is used

Question 7

What is the Agency deadline to resolve protests?

Answer 7

Resolve protests within 35 days after the protest is filed (FAR 33.103)

Question 8

What is a constructive change?

Answer 8

Oral or written act or failure to act by Government official (in a position of authority) construed by contractor as having same effect as a written change order. Changes to contract that aren’t made officially in writing.

Question 9

What part of the FAR that requires Acquisition plans be written?

Answer 9

FAR 7.105(b)(19) Requires that written acquisition plans describe how the contract will be administered

Question 10

Do you administer all contracts the same way?

Answer 10

The level/amount of administration required varies from contract to contract

Question 11

What are the two types of Post-Award Orientations?

Answer 11

• Letter – Can be used for less complex contract actions to meet the basic requirements of the orientation.
• Formal Conference – probably the best method. Allows face-to-face meeting to provide real time feedback to questions, concerns or issues.

Question 12

What is the preferred post award orientation method?

Answer 12

Formal Conference