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Term

Which statement identifies the various forms of acts Congress uses to control gov't contracting?

 

Enabling Act, procedural acts, and permissive acts

 

Permissive acts, administrative acts, and legal acts

 

Permissive acts, administrative acts, and appropriation acts

 

Enabling and procedural acts, Authorization and appropiations acts.

 

 

Definition
Enabling and procedural acts, Authorization and appropiations acts.
Term

What agency's objective is it to provide aid and counseling to small business?

 

Department of Labor

 

General Services Administration

 

Small Business Administration

 

Committee for Purchase from the Blind

Definition

 

 

Small Business Administration

Term

Which party is the contractor?

 

Agent

 

Principal

 

Third Party

 

Agent and Third Party

Definition

 

 

Third party

Term

what are the two categories of actual authority

 

 implied and assumed

 

implied and apparent

 

express and implied

 

express and apparent

Definition

 

 

express and implied

Term

When gov't personnel make a mistake, the US Supreme court has stated that rather than adopt a rule that might injure the public, it is better ________

 

that neither party should suffer from the mistakes

 

that the government should suffer from the mistakes

 

for an individual to occasionally suffer from mistakes

 

that the individual and the government share the suffering from the mistakes

 

 

Definition

 

 

for an individual to occasionally suffer from mistakes

Term

Who is responsible for ascerting whether the govt agents are acting within the bounds of their authority?

 

The CO

 

The government

 

the contractor

 

the agent

 

 

 

Definition
the contractor
Term

the elements of equitable estoppel include all of the following except?

 

the goverment knew or should have known the true facts

 

contractor DID NOT know and should have known the true facts

 

government intended that the contractor rely on the acts of the government

 

 the contractor DID NOT reasonably and innocently rely on the acts of the govt

 

 

Definition

 

 

the contractor DID NOT reasonably and innocently rely on the acts of the govt

Term

Cases filed under the doctrine of estoppel are generally decided on the issue of______

 

whether the government acted in the public's interest

 

 Whether the contractor acted reasonably and innocently

 

who would otherwis have had authority to release the information

 

whether the contractor would have otherwise benefited from the action

Definition

 

 

Whether the contractor acted reasonably and innocently

Term

A CO appointment must be reviewed at least ______.

 

Annually

 

every two years

 

every five years

 

when requested by the appointing authority

 

Definition

 

 

every two years

Term

Which statement concerning the COs appointment or termination is true?

 

In no event will the termination of a CO be retroactive

 

The termination of a CO may be retroactive if in the govt best interest

 

There is no authority to waive the qualification requirements for a CO as stated in the selection criteria

 

Termination of a CO appointment is made verbally unless the Certificate of Appointment contains a provision for automatice termination

Definition

 

 

In no event will the termination of a CO be retroactive

Term

Which statement about the offeree is correct?

 

The offeror may not direct the offer to a class of person or to a public intending that any member of the class of public have the power to accept

 

The intended offeree means in all cases there is one, and only one, specifice offeree in whom the power of acceptance is vested

 

The offeror may not direct the offer to more than one person

 

Only the intended offeree can accept the offer.

Definition

 

 

Only the intended offeree can accept the offer.

Term

Which statement about an offer is correct?

 

It is not enough that only the essential terms of the contract are certain

 

Every term in the offer must be absolutely certain to each party of the contract

 

the offer must be so definite that the performance to be rendered by each party is reasonably certain

 

You cannot enter a contract with the price implied to be a "reasonable price at the time of delivery."

Definition
the offer must be so definite that the performance to be rendered by each party is reasonably certain
Term

An offeror's withdrawal of an offer before acceptance is called?

 

cancellation

 

termination

 

revocation

 

breach of contract

Definition
revocation
Term

Which statement about communicating acceptance of a contract is true?

 

If the time, place, & means of communication are expressed by the offeror, no other time, place, or means will constitute an acceptance

 

The offer cannot dicatate the place or manner of acceptance

 

Acceptance must be communicated the the US mail

 

Acceptance must be in writing

 

 

Definition
If the time, place, & means of communication are expressed by the offeror, no other time, place, or means will constitute an acceptance
Term

what name is given to the exchange of promises?

 

Sufficiency

 

Detriment

 

Acceptance

 

consideration

 

Definition
consideration
Term

what is meant by adequate consideration?

 

The actual worth or promise or an act is more than the offer has the right to commit

 

The consideration has enough value to induce the other party to perform

 

Whether the bargain involves the concepts of benefit and detriment

 

the consideration in the exchange is a fair bargain

Definition
the consideration in the exchange is a fair bargain
Term

What is meant by the term "competent" in regards to a contracting party?

 

Having unsound mind

 

Ensuring business is not conducted with minors

 

Having the ability to recognize defective corporations

 

Having the mental capacity to understand the intent to be bound

Definition

 

 

Having the mental capacity to understand the intent to be bound

Term

Which individual would be considered competent to enter into a contract?

 

A 23 year old car salesperson

 

a 17 year old college student

 

A 25 year old intoxicated person

 

A 50 year old patient in a mental institution

Definition
23 y/o car salesperson
Term

as a general rule, a contract that violates a statute is______.

 

lawful if not challenged w/in 120 days

 

lawful only to the party who made the offer

 

unlawful & void; will not be enforced

 

unlawful but may be enforced under some situations

Definition
unlawful & void; will not be enforced
Term

Under the clean hands doctrine, an individual may enforce an illegal contract when _______.

 

the agreement concerns minor crimes

 

only a portion of the contract was illegal

 

the agreement was made to restrain trade

 

the innocent party to the contract is in the class of persons for whom the law is designed to protect

 

 

Definition
the innocent party to the contract is in the class of persons for whom the law is designed to protect
Term

Which situation would preclude a ratification?

 

Gov't not obtaining a benefit from the performance

 

A CO determining the price to be fair and reasonable

 

CO recommending payment and legal counsel concurs

 

Availability of funds that were available at the time the unauthorized commitment was made

 

 

Definition
Gov't not obtaining a benefit from the performance
Term

what action my be taken for a non-ratifiable commitment?

 

Process of claim under the Disputes Act

 

Request of a no-cost settlement from the contractor

 

Charge to the individualwho committed the unauthorized commitment

  

Resolution by the GAO claim procedures

Definition
Resolution by the GAO claim procedures
Term

What publication series represents Contracting

  

62

 

63

 

64

 

65

Definition

 

 

64

Term

Which AFI defines the roles and responsibilites of positions withing the operational contracting squadron?

 

AFI 38-101

 

AFI 64-102

 

AFI 65-109

 

AFPD 64-1

Definition

 

 

AFI 64-102

Term

The FAR is issued under the joint authority of the ________.

 

Administrator of General Services, SECDEF, Adminisatrator of NASA

 

 Administrator of General Services, the National Security Council, The Administrator of NASA

 

Administrator of General Services, the National Security Council, The SECDEF

 

SECDEF, The Administrator of NASA, and the National Security Coucil

 

 

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

Administrator of General Services, SECDEF, Adminisatrator of NASA

Term

What councils prepare all FAR revisions?

 

DAR Council and the Natinoal Security Acquisition Council

 

DAR council and the CAA council

 

General Council and the National Security Acquisition Council

 

General Council and the CAA coucil

Definition

 

 

DAR council and the CAA council

Term

What is meant by implementing the FAR?

 

Adding material that is unique to the Air Force

 

Adding material that is unique to the DoD

 

Providing agency procedures to carry out the prescriptions in the FAR

 

Numbering when the text cannot be integrated intelligibly with its FAR counterparts

Definition

 

 

Providing agency procedures to carry out the prescriptions in the FAR

Term

Which DFARS reference identifies supplemental information?

 

219.502-2

 

219.502-2-70

 

5319.502-2

 

5319.502-70

Definition

 

 

219.502-2-70

Term

DFARS is updated_____

 

Daily

 

Monthly

 

Quarterly

 

DAR council and the CAA council

Definition

 

 

Quarterly

Term

In determining the action to take in a specific case requiring a contract adjustment, the Comptroller General Decisions are referred to and used as ________.

 

the supplementing regulation

 

the negotiating authority

 

rulings

 

precedents

 

 

Definition

 

 

precedents

Term

Where are short briefs of new Comptroller General Decisions located?

 

Federal Register

 

Federal Acquisitions Circular

 

Defense Acquisitions Circular

 

DFARS Appendix A

 

 

Definition

 

 

Federal Register

Term

A government action may be protested by ______.

 

the next low bidder

 

an interested party

 

all responsible bidders

 

the next low small business bidder

Definition

 

 

an interested party

Term

Once an agency is notified by telephone that a protest has been filed, the agency has how many days to submit a complete report to GAO?

 

15

 

30

 

45

 

60

Definition

 

 

30

Term

When an agency receives notice of a protest from GAO within 10 days after contract award or within 5 days after a debriefing date, the CO immediately ________.

 

begins consolidating a complete report

 

provides a 30 day cancellation notice to the contractor

 

Suspends performance or terminates the awarded contract

 

Suspends performance for 60 days, then processes a contract cancellation

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

 

Suspends performance or terminates the awarded contract

Term

How many days does an interested party have to protest after the basis of the protest is known, or should have been known?

 

NLT 10 days

 

NLT 30 days

 

within 1 yr

 

up to six years

Definition

 

 

NLT 10 days

Term

How many days does GAO have to issue its recommendation on a protest?

 

30

 

45

 

100

 

120

Definition
100 days
Term

What action may the contractor take when a disput cannot be resolved by mutual agreement of the contracting parties?

 

Submit a claim under the default clause

 

Submit a claim under the disputes clause

 

File a claim with the US Court of Federal Appeals

 

File a claim with ASBCA

Definition

 

 

Submit a claim under the disputes clause

Term

Contractor claims must be submitted to the CO for a decision within ______

 

30 days after accrual of claim

 

180 days after accrual of claim

 

two years after accrual of claim

 

six years after accrual of claim

Definition

 

 

six years after accrual of claim

Term

Who is responsible for reviewing the Contracting Officer's final decision on claims exceeding $500,000 prior to sending the decision to the contractor?

 

functional area chief

 

US court of federal claims

 

AFMC law center

 

Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals

 

 

Definition

 

 

AFMC law center

Term

If the CO decides the contractor should be compensated for a claim, when is the amount paid to the contractor?

 

With final contract payment

 

With the next scheduled contract payment

 

As soon as possible after resolution of any appeal

 

As soon as possible without waiting for appeal

Definition

 

 

As soon as possible without waiting for appeal

Term

How long after the Contracting Officer's final decision does the contractor have to appeal the the ASBCA?

 

90 days from receipt of the contracting officer's decision

 

180 days from receipt of the contracting officer's decision

 

six months from the date of the contracting officer's decision

 

12 months from the date of the contracting officer's decision

Definition

 

 

90 days from receipt of the contracting officer's final decision

Term

Upon learning of an appeal to ASBCA, the CO must comply with rule 4 of the ASBCA rules found in ________.

 

AFFARS Appendix AA

 

DFARS Appendix A

 

AFFARS Appendix CC

 

DFARS Appendix C

 

Definition

 

 

DFARS Appendix A

Term

Two techniques of ADR are ________.

 

mitigation and controversy hearings

 

mediation and controversy hearings

 

mitigation and arbritration

 

mediation and arbitration

 

 

Definition

 

 

mediation and arbitration

Term

Which government requirement is violated when the wrong "color of money" is used?

 

Procurement Act

 

Anti-Deficiency Act

 

Bona fide Needs Rule

 

Misappropriations Act

 

 

Definition

 

 

Misappropriations Act

Term

What act is violated when an organizatoin obligates more funds than are available?

 

Procurement Act

 

Anti-Deficiency Act

 

Misappropriations Act

 

Continuing Appropriations Act

 

 

Definition

 

 

Anti-Deficiency Act

Term

The Bona Fide need rule requires current year funds be obligated _____________.

 

prior to expiration of the funds

 

as necessary to meet mission requirements

 

for the purpose the funds are authorized for

 

in the same year the govt will use the supplies or services

 

 

Definition

 

 

in the same year the govt will use the supplies or services

Term

O&M funds are categorized as what type of appropriation?

 

No year

 

Annual

 

Continuing

 

Multiple year

Definition

 

 

Annual

Term

NAF's are generated through ________

 

Appropriations Act

 

Taxpayer dollars

 

Enabling and Procedural Acts

 

Morale, Welfare, and Recreational facilities

 

 

Definition

 

 

Morale, Welfare, and Recreational facilities

Term

Who directs the overall operation of NAF services and facilites at an installation?

 

MSG CC

 

FSS CC

 

Cons CC

 

NAF CO

Definition

 

 

FSS CC

Term

What FAR part determins whether to include contract financing through progress payments?

 

Part 30

 

Part 31

 

Part 32

 

Part 33

Definition

 

 

Part 32

Term

The aggregate of commercial advance payment cannot exceed what amount of the contract price?

 

10%

 

15%

 

20%

 

25%

Definition

 

 

15%

Term

Whose job is it to ensure the local purchase program effectivelly meets customer needs while complying with all applicable statutes, executive orders, regulations, and AFIs?

  

Contracting Squadron Commander

 

Director of Business Operations

 

Plans and Programs flight chief

 

Contracting Superinendent

Definition

 

 

Contracting Squadron Commander

Term

Which position is responsible for managing the socio-economic, and other public policy programs?

 

Management analysis and support flight chief

 

Contracting SQ CC

 

Director of Business Operations

 

Contracting Superintendent

 

 

Definition

 

 

Director of Business Operations

Term

Which is not a function of the contracting superintendent?

 

Advising the commander on enlisted issues

 

Managing the Self-inspection program

 

Appointing COs

 

Military career advisor

 

 

Definition

 

 

Appointing COs

Term

A Contracting Officer's responsiblity includes _______.

 

entering funding documents into ABSS

 

ensuring contractors receive equitable treatment

 

developing requirements for customers

 

approving improper invoices

 

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

 

ensuring contractors receive equitable treatment

Term

Who is responsible for precisely describing a requirement in a purchase request?

 

Contractor

 

Customer

 

Contracting Officer

 

Contract Specialist

 

 

Definition

 

 

Customer

Term

What is the purpose  of the customer education program?

 

Develop open lines of communication

 

Increase quantity of contract requirements

 

Ensure customers follow the chain of command

 

Teach how to get started as a goverment contractor

Definition

 

 

Develop open lines of communication

Term

Which of the following topics is used for customer education activities?

 

Federal Wage Rates

  

Avoiding wasteful spending

 

Variations in appropriations

 

Providing suggested sources

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

Federal Wage Rates

Term

The prompt payment act requires that final payment of construction contracts be made within ______

 

30 days of acceptance by the government

 

60 days of acceptance by the government

 

14 days from receipt of a proper invoice

 

45 days from receipt of a proper invoice

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

30 days of acceptance by the government

Term

What contractor education method may be used to assist new small business concerns achieve a clear and mutual understanding of all contract requirements?

 

Pre Award Orientation

 

Pre Award debriefing

 

Post Award Orientation

 

Post Award debriefing

 

 

Definition

 

 

Post Award Orientation

Term

What skill level identifies a contracting journeyman?

 

6C031

 

6C051

 

6C061

 

6C091

Definition

 

 

6C051

Term

What tool assists the contracting management team in determining whether or not a unit is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations?

 

Self Inspection Program

 

 Weekly staff meeting

 

Quality Indicators

 

Peer reviews

 

 

Definition

 

 

Self-Inspection Program

Term

What program is designed to prevent sensitive information from getting in the wrong hands?

 

ID

 

OPSEC

 

EM

 

AT/FP

 

 

Definition

 

 

OPSEC

Term

What is the definition of a classified contract?

 

Any contract document established for a classified contract

 

Any contract document that incudes nonclassified information

 

Any contract that requires, or may require, access to classified information by the contractor in the performance of the contract.

 

Any contract that requires, or may require, access to classified information by the customer in the performance of the contract.

Definition

 

 

Any contract that requires, or may require, access to classified information by the contractor in the performance of the contract.

Term

Who is responsible for identifying safety hazards?

 

Unit Safety Monitor

 

Unit Commander

 

All Personnel

 

Supervisors

 

 

Definition

 

 

All personnel

Term

Who must comply with OSHA requirements?

 

Contractors only

 

Govt employees only

 

Construction personnel only

 

Contractors and Govt employees

Definition

 

 

Contractors and Govt employees

Term

What document must contractors and vendors submit when theysupply hazardous material to the govt?

 

Material Safety Data Sheet

 

Proof of Liability for potential hazards

 

Material Shipping Document Sheet

Definition

 

 

Material Safety Data Sheet

Term

Products or Services that have a lesser negative effect on human health or the environment when compared with competing products or services that serve the same purpose are known as ________

 

Recycled Materials

 

Recovered Materials

 

Environmentally Friendly

   

Environmentally Perferrable

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

Environmentally Perferrable

Term

The Buy American Act allows exceptions for articles, materials, and supplies purchased ________.

 

For use in United States

 

Specifically for commissary resale

 

at a reasonable price from a domestic source

 

when the CO determines that domestic preference would be in the public's interest

 

Definition

 

 

Specifically for commissary resale

Term

What action should the CO take if contract award is made on the non-qualifying country offer and the duty is exempted by the duty free clause?

 

Award the contract at the offered price plus the amount of duty

 

Award the contract at the offered price minus the amount of duty

 

Withold award of the contract until certificate of exemption is received

 

Withold award of the contract until additional funds are verified

 

 

 

Definition

 

 

Award the contract at the offered price minus the amount of duty

Term

Which contract type may be used when it is possible to negotiate a fair and reasonable firm-fixed price for an initial period, but not for subsequent periods of performance?

 

Firm-Fixed-Price

 

Fixed price with economic price adjustment

 

fixed price with prospective price determination

 

fixed-ceiling-price with retroactive price redetermination

Definition

 

 

fixed price with prospective price determination

Term

Incentive contracts are appropriate when the __________.

 

 Contractor requests it

 

contractor refuses a fixed-price contract

 

firm-fixed price is not appropriate

 

govt cannot otherwise provide an accurate estimate

Definition

 

 

firm-fixed price is not appropriate

Term

What three types of predetermined, formula-type incentives may be used?

 

Cost, price, and performance

 

Cost, delivery, and performance

 

Price, performance, and delivery

 

Cost, performance, and financial capability

 

 

Definition

 

 

Cost, delivery, and performance

Term

Which incentive arrangement should motivate contractors to strive for outstanding results in all incentive areas?

 

United-incentive arrangement

 

Multiple incentive arrangement

 

Combined-incentive arrangment

 

Multi-faceted incentive arrangement

 

 

Definition

 

 

Multiple incentive arrangement

Term

When the government cannot use other incentives in fixed price contracts because it cannot objectively measure contractor performance, it motivates the contractor by using _________.

 

fixed-fee provision

 

award-fee provisions

 

incentive fee provisions

 

indefinite fee provision

Definition

 

 

award-fee provisions

Term

Which written preliminary contractual instrument immediately authorizes a contractor to begin manufacturing supplies or performing services?

 

Letter Contract

 

Urgent Contract

 

Unpriced purchase order

 

BPA

Definition

 

 

Letter contract

Term

When a contractor will acquire materials and services based on a direct labor hours at specified fixed hourly rates, the appropriate contract is __________.

 

Labor hour

 

indefinite deliver

 

time and materials

 

fixed price with EPA

Definition

 

 

time and materials

Term

Which of the following contracts provide no positive profit incentive to the contractor for cost-control or labor efficiency?

 

Labor Hour

 

Indefinite deliver

 

time and materials

 

fixed-price with EPA

Definition

 

 

time and materials

Term

Which contract type does not require execution of a determination and finding prior to use?

 

Fixed price

 

Labor hours

 

Letter contract

 

Cost Reimbursement

 

 

Definition

 

 

Letter contract

Term

the purpose of the simplified acquisition procedure is to ___________.

 

promote full and open competition

 

promote inefficiencies in govt contracting

 

ease the process of acquiring goods and services through interservice acquisitions

 

reduce admin costs and admin burden on the contractor

Definition

 

 

reduce admin costs and admin burden on the contractor

Term

Solicitations and contracts for the acquisition of commercial items are prepared on the _________.

 

30

 

252

 

1442

 

1449

Definition

 

 

1449

Term

When may a contractor be issued a GPC?

 

When purchases will be made against a Federal Supply Schedule

 

When working under a personal services contract

 

For official use only

 

Never

Definition

 

 

Never

Term

The micro purchase threshold for supply purchases made by an overseas cardholder from a CONUS vendor for use overseas is ______.

 

$3,000

 

$15,0000

 

$25,000

 

$30,000

Definition

 

 

$3,000

Term

An SF44 may be used when?

 

supplies must be backordered

 

a single delivery and a single payment will be made

 

other simplified acquisitions are more appropriate

 

Purchase exceeds the SAT during contingency ops

 

 

Definition

 

 

Single Delivery, Single payment

Term

Performance based acquisitions ____________.

 

directs specific performance processes

 

allow contractors the latitude to meet contract objectives

 

allows contractors the ability to perform without govt oversight

 

directs general performance processes with minimal government oversight

Definition

 

 

allow contractors the latitude to meet contract objectives

Term

Sealed bidding should not be used for construction contracts when __________.

 

time permits

 

the award will be made on the basis of price

 

it is necessary to conduct discussions with offerors

 

there is reasonable expectations of receiving more than one bid

 

 

Definition

 

 

it is necessary to conduct discussions with offerors

Term

What factors are multiplied against standard prices in a SABER contract and include cost element such as overhead and G&A expenses?

 

taxes

 

Profit

 

Coefficients

 

Design Costs

Definition

 

 

Coefficients

Term

A SABER contract ________.

 

is used to compensate for inadequate planning

 

is a "catch all" for construction requirements

 

Can be used to acquire engineering services

 

Complements the tradtional construction program

Definition

 

 

Complements the tradtional construction program

Term

Contracts for professional services of an architectural or engineering nature that must be performed or approved by a liscensed, registered, or certified to provide such services are known as ___________.

 

value engineering contracts

 

professional service contracts

 

A-E service contracts

 

engineering design services contracts

Definition

 

 

A-E service contracts

Term

What is the statutory limitation on the contract for A-E services for the preparation of designes, plans, drawings, and specifications?

 

six percent of the cost of the design phase

 

12 percent of the cost of the design phase

 

6% of projects estimated cost to complete construction

 

12% of projects estimated cost to complete construction

Definition

 

 

6% of projects estimated cost to complete construction

Term

What clause must be included in the contract if the government requires the contractor to design the project so that the construction costs will not exceed a specified amount due to a funding limitation?

 

Design in Phase clause

 

Statutory Limitations clause

 

Design within funding limitations clause

 

Design within statutory limitations clause

 

 

Definition

 

 

Design within funding limitations clause

Term

Which of the following is a characteristic of agreements?

 

obligates the govty

 

cites accounting information

 

does not include terms and conditions

 

establishes the ground work for future contracts

Definition

 

 

establishes the ground work for future contracts

Term

The government can exercise its right to the option period ______________.

 

without providing notice to the customer

 

after the contractor has completed the base year

 

without further negotiation or agreement with the contractor

 

anytime the CO determines it to be in the govt's interest

Definition

 

 

without further negotiation or agreement with the contractor

Term

Benefits of options include increased __________.

 

prices

 

competition

 

Administration

 

acquisition lead time

Definition

 

 

Competition

Term

What type of contracting instrument would have the letter M in the ninth position of the PIIN?

 

Automated request for quotation

 

Manual Request for Information

 

Automated purchase order

 

Manual purchase order

 

 

Definition

 

 

Manual purchase order

Term

Solicitation types using the letter R in the PIIN represent

 

an IFB

 

a RFP

 

Request for Proposal

 

An automated RFQ

 

 

Definition

 

 

Request for Proposal

Term

The commercial contract format uses the SF _______.

 

SF26

 

SF33

 

SF1447 

 

SF1449

Definition

 

 

SF1449

Term

When using the Uniform Contract Format, which section title would you find under Part I-The Schedule?

 

Contract Clauses

 

Evaluation factors for award

 

Contract Administration Data

 

List of documents, exhibits, and other attachments

 

 

Definition

 

 

Contract Administration Data

Term

When using the Uniform Contract Format, you include lengthy specs in section _____.

 

Section B

 

Section D

 

Section H

 

Section J

Definition

 

 

Section J

Term

When using the Uniform Contract Format, which section contains evaluation factors for award?

 

Section G

 

Section H

 

Section L

 

Section M

Definition

 

 

Section M

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