CON 2370 SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Which one of the following statements is true regarding the policies for the use of
simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)? - Answers - INCORRECT
- Award documentation must be extensive and detailed
- The use of SAP is authorized for all commercial acquisitions.
- Agencies may separate requirements into smaller purchases that do not exceed SAT
in order to maximize the use of SAP.
CORRECT
- The purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities for small businesses to obtain fair
portion of Government contracts.
UNSURE
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MAYBE contracting officers are required to use a combination of procedures ... etc.
MAYBE: the purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities to obtain a fair portion
You are reviewing the requirements package for the purchase of videoconferencing
equipment. Market research results identified multiple sources for this equipment in the
commercial marketplace. The purchase description requires a particular brand name
because the users are familiar with this brand of equipment and would prefer to not
have to learn how to use a different brand.
Which one of the following is correct regarding the policies for describing your agency's
needs? - Answers - INCORRECT
- A brand name purchase description is only permitted if the item is not commercial.
- Used bc there are no limitations.
UNSURE
- The requirement should be defined in terms that ensure it can be met by commercial
products.
CORRECT
- The brand name purchase description is not justified and must be revised to allow
companies with similar products to compete.
You have a requirement for a new contract for janitorial services at your military
installation. The Base Commander has expressed the need for clearly stated
performance objectives, as the current contractor performing the services is not meeting
the Commander's expectations.
, Consistent with the order of precedence for requirements documents, which one of the
following documents would be included in the new contract? - Answers - PWS
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first priority for
satisfying a requirement for services? - Answers - UNSURE
- The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for Purchase From People Who
Are Blind or Severely Disabled
You have a requirement for administrative support with an estimated value of
$1,500,000. Market research shows there are numerous potential offerors that are
competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery. The list of potential offerors
includes 4 small businesses and 8 large businesses.
Which one of the following statements is correct? - Answers - INCORRECT
- The entire acquisition must be set aside exclusively for small business.
- A portion of the acquisition MAY be set aside for small businesses.
- The entire acquisition MUST be completed between the small and large businesses.
- The entire acquisition MAY be set aside exclusively for small business.
Which one of the following market research results would support a commercial item
determination? - Answers - CORRECT
- The services are offered and sold competitively in substantial quantities in the
commercial marketplace based on market prices
You have a requirement for repair parts to support routine maintenance services at the
shop on your base. The parts are sold to the general public and are used for
nongovernmental purposes. The estimated dollar value of the acquisition is $625,000.
Which one of the following statements is true? - Answers - CORRECT
- The use of simplified acquisition procedures is authorized
You are the buyer for a construction requirement with an estimated value of $75,000. A
notice of the proposed contract action is required.Which one of the following solicitation
methods must be used? - Answers - CORRECT
- Written Solicitation
You have a requirement for a one-time purchase with an estimated value of $180,700.
You are not required to synopsize this contract action. Which one of the following
describes the competition requirement for this acquisition? - Answers - CORRECT
- Quotes must be solicited from at least three sources
Which one of the following statements about solicitations using SAP is correct? -
Answers - INCORRECT
- The relative importance of each evaluation factor must be stated.
- It is not necessary to include the basis on which award will be made.
- Evaluation subfactors must be listed.
UNSURE
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Which one of the following statements is true regarding the policies for the use of
simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)? - Answers - INCORRECT
- Award documentation must be extensive and detailed
- The use of SAP is authorized for all commercial acquisitions.
- Agencies may separate requirements into smaller purchases that do not exceed SAT
in order to maximize the use of SAP.
CORRECT
- The purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities for small businesses to obtain fair
portion of Government contracts.
UNSURE
-
MAYBE contracting officers are required to use a combination of procedures ... etc.
MAYBE: the purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities to obtain a fair portion
You are reviewing the requirements package for the purchase of videoconferencing
equipment. Market research results identified multiple sources for this equipment in the
commercial marketplace. The purchase description requires a particular brand name
because the users are familiar with this brand of equipment and would prefer to not
have to learn how to use a different brand.
Which one of the following is correct regarding the policies for describing your agency's
needs? - Answers - INCORRECT
- A brand name purchase description is only permitted if the item is not commercial.
- Used bc there are no limitations.
UNSURE
- The requirement should be defined in terms that ensure it can be met by commercial
products.
CORRECT
- The brand name purchase description is not justified and must be revised to allow
companies with similar products to compete.
You have a requirement for a new contract for janitorial services at your military
installation. The Base Commander has expressed the need for clearly stated
performance objectives, as the current contractor performing the services is not meeting
the Commander's expectations.
, Consistent with the order of precedence for requirements documents, which one of the
following documents would be included in the new contract? - Answers - PWS
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first priority for
satisfying a requirement for services? - Answers - UNSURE
- The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for Purchase From People Who
Are Blind or Severely Disabled
You have a requirement for administrative support with an estimated value of
$1,500,000. Market research shows there are numerous potential offerors that are
competitive in terms of market prices, quality, and delivery. The list of potential offerors
includes 4 small businesses and 8 large businesses.
Which one of the following statements is correct? - Answers - INCORRECT
- The entire acquisition must be set aside exclusively for small business.
- A portion of the acquisition MAY be set aside for small businesses.
- The entire acquisition MUST be completed between the small and large businesses.
- The entire acquisition MAY be set aside exclusively for small business.
Which one of the following market research results would support a commercial item
determination? - Answers - CORRECT
- The services are offered and sold competitively in substantial quantities in the
commercial marketplace based on market prices
You have a requirement for repair parts to support routine maintenance services at the
shop on your base. The parts are sold to the general public and are used for
nongovernmental purposes. The estimated dollar value of the acquisition is $625,000.
Which one of the following statements is true? - Answers - CORRECT
- The use of simplified acquisition procedures is authorized
You are the buyer for a construction requirement with an estimated value of $75,000. A
notice of the proposed contract action is required.Which one of the following solicitation
methods must be used? - Answers - CORRECT
- Written Solicitation
You have a requirement for a one-time purchase with an estimated value of $180,700.
You are not required to synopsize this contract action. Which one of the following
describes the competition requirement for this acquisition? - Answers - CORRECT
- Quotes must be solicited from at least three sources
Which one of the following statements about solicitations using SAP is correct? -
Answers - INCORRECT
- The relative importance of each evaluation factor must be stated.
- It is not necessary to include the basis on which award will be made.
- Evaluation subfactors must be listed.
UNSURE
