AND CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ How will the inclusion of the flow-down clauses in CD 2018-O0021
or FAR 52.244-6 impact post-award subcontracting compliance
management? For all four contracts, the procuring contracting officer
(PCO) has delegated all contract administration functions that can be
delegated. Answer: It is a best practice for the administrative contracting
officer (ACO) to conduct a post-award orientation conference and
review the required flow-down clauses with the prime contractor.
During post-award administration, we need to impress upon each prime
contractor that it is the prime contractor's responsibility to ensure that its
subcontractors are complying with the flow-down clauses.
◉ Goal of Government Procurement. Answer: Small businesses should
be provided maximum practicable opportunities to participate in
government procurements.
◉ What is a first-tier subcontract? Answer: A first-tier subcontract is
defined in FAR 52.204-10 and means a subcontract awarded directly by
the prime contractor for the purpose of acquiring supplies or services
(including construction) for performance of a prime contract.