CON 2370 SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION PROCEDURES
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|GRADED A+ |
VERIFIED ANSWERS|
Which one of the following statements is true regarding the policies for
the use of simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)? Correct Answers
Purchases shall be made in the simplified manner that is most suitable to
the circumstances of the acquisition.
Not - The use of SAP is authorized for all commercial acquisitions
Not - The purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities for small
businesses to obtain a fair portion of Government contracts
Not - Agencies may separate requirements into smaller purchases that
do not exceed SAT in order to maximize the use of SAP
Not - Contracting officers required to use a combination of the
procedures in FAR 12, 13, 14, and 15 when using SAP?
Agencies cannot separate requirements into smaller purchases that do
not exceed SAT in order to maximize the use of SAP
You are reviewing the requirements package for the purchase of lab
equipment for a health clinic that does not exceed the SAT. It must be
compatible with the equipment currently being used at the clinic. This is
essential in meeting the agency's needs. Market research identified only
,one manufacturer able to meet the requirement for compatible
equipment.
Which one of the following is correct regarding the policies for
describing your agency's needs? Correct Answers The basis for not
providing for maximum competition must be documented in the contract
file.
You have a requirement for a new contract for grounds maintenance 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 thefollowing documents would be included in the new
contract? Correct Answers PWS
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first
priority for satisfying a requirement for services? Correct Answers Not -
Federal Prison Industries
Not - The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for Purchase
From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled
Inventories of the requiring agencies
, You have a requirement for help desk support with an estimated value of
$450,000. 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 6 small businesses and 4 large
businesses.
Which one of the following statements is correct? Correct Answers Not
- A portion of the acquisition may be set aside exclusively for small
business
The entire acquisition must be set aside exclusively for small business
Which one of the following market research results would NOT support
a commerciality determination? Correct Answers Not - The tool is sold
on a competitive basis in substantial quantities to multiple State
governments and was developed at private expense.
Not - The services are offered and sold competitively in substantial
quantities in the commercial marketplace based on a catalog.
The equipment has been offered for sale to the general public and will
be used for nongovernment purposes.
x The part sold to the general public needs' extensive modifications not
customarily available in the commercial marketplace.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS|GRADED A+ |
VERIFIED ANSWERS|
Which one of the following statements is true regarding the policies for
the use of simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)? Correct Answers
Purchases shall be made in the simplified manner that is most suitable to
the circumstances of the acquisition.
Not - The use of SAP is authorized for all commercial acquisitions
Not - The purpose of SAP is to improve opportunities for small
businesses to obtain a fair portion of Government contracts
Not - Agencies may separate requirements into smaller purchases that
do not exceed SAT in order to maximize the use of SAP
Not - Contracting officers required to use a combination of the
procedures in FAR 12, 13, 14, and 15 when using SAP?
Agencies cannot separate requirements into smaller purchases that do
not exceed SAT in order to maximize the use of SAP
You are reviewing the requirements package for the purchase of lab
equipment for a health clinic that does not exceed the SAT. It must be
compatible with the equipment currently being used at the clinic. This is
essential in meeting the agency's needs. Market research identified only
,one manufacturer able to meet the requirement for compatible
equipment.
Which one of the following is correct regarding the policies for
describing your agency's needs? Correct Answers The basis for not
providing for maximum competition must be documented in the contract
file.
You have a requirement for a new contract for grounds maintenance 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 thefollowing documents would be included in the new
contract? Correct Answers PWS
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first
priority for satisfying a requirement for services? Correct Answers Not -
Federal Prison Industries
Not - The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for Purchase
From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled
Inventories of the requiring agencies
, You have a requirement for help desk support with an estimated value of
$450,000. 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 6 small businesses and 4 large
businesses.
Which one of the following statements is correct? Correct Answers Not
- A portion of the acquisition may be set aside exclusively for small
business
The entire acquisition must be set aside exclusively for small business
Which one of the following market research results would NOT support
a commerciality determination? Correct Answers Not - The tool is sold
on a competitive basis in substantial quantities to multiple State
governments and was developed at private expense.
Not - The services are offered and sold competitively in substantial
quantities in the commercial marketplace based on a catalog.
The equipment has been offered for sale to the general public and will
be used for nongovernment purposes.
x The part sold to the general public needs' extensive modifications not
customarily available in the commercial marketplace.
