FAC-C PROFESSIONAL EXAM PREP QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
(2026/2027) GUARANTEED PASS
Market research is conducted during which phase of the
acquisition?
All phases
With respect to the requirements of law, executive orders,
regulations, and all other applicable procedures, prior to signing a
contract, what must a contracting officer do?
Ensure that each has been met
How many FAR parts are there?
53
The DoD Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID) is 13 positions
long. Position 9 identifies the type of instrument. If position 9 is a
"D", which of the following types of instruments is representative?
Indefinite-delivery contracts to include IDIQs and requirements contracts
Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information
about the Federal Acquisition Regulations System?
FAR Part 1
,A contractor failed to deliver a commercial item within the time
specified by the contract. As the government contracting officer,
you plan to terminate the contract. What type of termination would
you proceed with?
Termination for Cause
Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at
FAR 1.108(b), delegation of authority?
Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise
What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)?
A unique number identifying each solicitation, contract, agreement, or
order and related procurement instrument
A program manager asked John whether a contract clause is only
used in the contract or if it applies to the solicitation as well. John
correctly answered by replying with what statement?
A contract clause is a term or condition used in contracts, or in both
solicitations and contracts, that applies after contract award or both
before and after award
How does the DFARS Procedures Guidance and Information (PGI)
relate to the DFARS?
The DFARS PGI is a companion resource to the DFARS
Except when authorized otherwise, what is true about a government
contract?
,Must be in writing
What should Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) do?
Promote competition to the maximum extent practicable
What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring
commercial items of supply?
Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic
price adjustment
What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR?
Deviation
What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured
profit/fee?
DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method
When using invitations for bids (IFBs), what type(s) of contracts can
be awarded?
Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic
price adjustment
Who is authorized by the government to execute contract
modifications on behalf of the government?
The CO
Which FAR part deals with market research?
, FAR part 10
When can a time-and-materials (T&M) contract be used?
A T&M contract may be used only when it is not possible at the time of
placing the contract to estimate accurately the extent or duration of the
work or to anticipate costs
Which contract type shall not be used in government contracting?
Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost
What is the general guidance provided by the FAR for contractor bid
or proposal information?
May not be disclosed to anyone unless they are authorized to receive it
What underlying principle should the contracting officer follow to
avoid organizational conflicts of interest?
Prevent unfair competitive advantage
What are the 3 terms that address specific types of exchanges with
offerors after receipt of proposals?
Communications, discussions, and clarifications
You are reviewing a contract that utilizes the uniform contract
format. In Section J you see an exhibit. How will the exhibit be
displayed?
With one or two alpha characters (e.g., Exhibit AA)
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
(2026/2027) GUARANTEED PASS
Market research is conducted during which phase of the
acquisition?
All phases
With respect to the requirements of law, executive orders,
regulations, and all other applicable procedures, prior to signing a
contract, what must a contracting officer do?
Ensure that each has been met
How many FAR parts are there?
53
The DoD Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID) is 13 positions
long. Position 9 identifies the type of instrument. If position 9 is a
"D", which of the following types of instruments is representative?
Indefinite-delivery contracts to include IDIQs and requirements contracts
Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information
about the Federal Acquisition Regulations System?
FAR Part 1
,A contractor failed to deliver a commercial item within the time
specified by the contract. As the government contracting officer,
you plan to terminate the contract. What type of termination would
you proceed with?
Termination for Cause
Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at
FAR 1.108(b), delegation of authority?
Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise
What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)?
A unique number identifying each solicitation, contract, agreement, or
order and related procurement instrument
A program manager asked John whether a contract clause is only
used in the contract or if it applies to the solicitation as well. John
correctly answered by replying with what statement?
A contract clause is a term or condition used in contracts, or in both
solicitations and contracts, that applies after contract award or both
before and after award
How does the DFARS Procedures Guidance and Information (PGI)
relate to the DFARS?
The DFARS PGI is a companion resource to the DFARS
Except when authorized otherwise, what is true about a government
contract?
,Must be in writing
What should Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) do?
Promote competition to the maximum extent practicable
What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring
commercial items of supply?
Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic
price adjustment
What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR?
Deviation
What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured
profit/fee?
DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method
When using invitations for bids (IFBs), what type(s) of contracts can
be awarded?
Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic
price adjustment
Who is authorized by the government to execute contract
modifications on behalf of the government?
The CO
Which FAR part deals with market research?
, FAR part 10
When can a time-and-materials (T&M) contract be used?
A T&M contract may be used only when it is not possible at the time of
placing the contract to estimate accurately the extent or duration of the
work or to anticipate costs
Which contract type shall not be used in government contracting?
Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost
What is the general guidance provided by the FAR for contractor bid
or proposal information?
May not be disclosed to anyone unless they are authorized to receive it
What underlying principle should the contracting officer follow to
avoid organizational conflicts of interest?
Prevent unfair competitive advantage
What are the 3 terms that address specific types of exchanges with
offerors after receipt of proposals?
Communications, discussions, and clarifications
You are reviewing a contract that utilizes the uniform contract
format. In Section J you see an exhibit. How will the exhibit be
displayed?
With one or two alpha characters (e.g., Exhibit AA)
