NEW NIGP CPP EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100%
VERIFIED 2026 UPDATE!!! ALREADY GRADED A+
Your agency needs to construct a new high school. What's the difference between using the design-bid-
build method versus design-build? Extra credit for explaining CM (construction manager) at risk. -
(ANSWER)Design-bid-build method = The entity who needs a building constructed, or the project owner,
hires a designer to draw up the schematics and plans for the building. The designer can then hire
consultants as needed, who report directly to the designer. Once the building is drawn up, the designer
is pretty much done with the project outside of consultation and tweaks as needed. With plans in hand,
the project owner gets bids from various construction firms to construct the building. The project owner
picks the bid they like best and hires the contractor. As with the designer, the contractor can hire
subcontractors as needed who would report directly to them, not the project owner. Then, the building
is constructed based on the schematics and documents that the designer made.
Design-build method = There is only one contract. The person in need of a building, also known as a
project owner, hires one person or company to both design and construct the building. This person,
known as the design-builder, can hire design consultants and subcontractors as they see fit, but those
employees would answer directly to the design-builder, not the project owner.
A buyer for a governmental entity ran into the IT director in the break room while having a cup of coffee.
The IT director is a new hire from the private sector. He indicated that he was planning a large purchase
of external hard drives for use in the various offices. What should the buyer do with this information? -
(ANSWER)Go back to his office and send the IT director an email recapping the discussion and requesting
that he send a requisition with specifications.
Off-the-shelf, commercially available and ready-made are all terms associated with: - (ANSWER)Standard
Specification
Which of the following options describes an important consideration when developing a strategic plan? -
(ANSWER)Each element is aligned with and supports the other elements
The four steps for the strategic planning development include: - (ANSWER)1. Outline the entity's mission,
programs, resources, and support systems.
2. Identify what works well and what needs improved.
3. Identify how improvements should be made and then determine the best method to make
improvements.
4. Include the improvements as strategies in the strategic plan and connect to the alignment path.
, NEW NIGP CPP EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100%
VERIFIED 2026 UPDATE!!! ALREADY GRADED A+
A school district buyer has a mandate from the Board to increase SWMBE (small, woman-owned,
minority-owned business enterprise) opportunities. Which of the following would be the best step for
her to take in order to do so. - (ANSWER)Engage DBEs in procurements which require little or no
competition
LEED provides a point rating system to score green building design and construction and points are
distributed across eight credit categories: - (ANSWER)Sustainable Sites - This category measures the
extent to which the entire property is used to mitigate the project's impact on the site.
Water Efficiency - This category is evaluated by the level in which the construction project includes water
conservation strategies, which may be inside or outside and build into the structure.
Energy and Atmosphere - This category evaluates the measures taken to optimize energy efficiency and
use of efficient HVAC systems.
Materials and Resources - This category measures the means by which the amount of wastes may be
reduced during the building of the structure; and selection of sustainable materials.
Indoor Environmental Quality - This category evaluates the planning of optimal indoor air quality
through the planned reduction of air pollution using energy-efficient appliances and other ventilation
measures.
Innovation in Design - This category includes the use of innovative measures in design and performance
through collaborations by all stakeholders in the building process.
Regional Priority - This category provides credits for construction planning which addresses challenges,
which may be predetermined to be unique to the region in which the construction is located.
Location and Transportation - This category evaluates the location of the project and the ease by which
stakeholders may travel to and from the facility once it is completed.
A Procurement Specialist in a large city is in the planning stages of a waste management contract in a
municipality in which labor unions are prevalent. Which is a concern that may be addressed in the
solicitation? - (ANSWER)Workers safety, The labor movement is often tied to worker safety. The
International Labor Rights Forum works with networks around the world to address working conditions.
An entity would like to invite more participation by local businesses. What strategy may the Procurement
Officer use in order to do so? - (ANSWER)Speaking at local Chamber of Commerce meetings; Building
relationships with suppliers through their organizations is a great way to show genuine interest in doing
business with them and is the best choice.
VERIFIED 2026 UPDATE!!! ALREADY GRADED A+
Your agency needs to construct a new high school. What's the difference between using the design-bid-
build method versus design-build? Extra credit for explaining CM (construction manager) at risk. -
(ANSWER)Design-bid-build method = The entity who needs a building constructed, or the project owner,
hires a designer to draw up the schematics and plans for the building. The designer can then hire
consultants as needed, who report directly to the designer. Once the building is drawn up, the designer
is pretty much done with the project outside of consultation and tweaks as needed. With plans in hand,
the project owner gets bids from various construction firms to construct the building. The project owner
picks the bid they like best and hires the contractor. As with the designer, the contractor can hire
subcontractors as needed who would report directly to them, not the project owner. Then, the building
is constructed based on the schematics and documents that the designer made.
Design-build method = There is only one contract. The person in need of a building, also known as a
project owner, hires one person or company to both design and construct the building. This person,
known as the design-builder, can hire design consultants and subcontractors as they see fit, but those
employees would answer directly to the design-builder, not the project owner.
A buyer for a governmental entity ran into the IT director in the break room while having a cup of coffee.
The IT director is a new hire from the private sector. He indicated that he was planning a large purchase
of external hard drives for use in the various offices. What should the buyer do with this information? -
(ANSWER)Go back to his office and send the IT director an email recapping the discussion and requesting
that he send a requisition with specifications.
Off-the-shelf, commercially available and ready-made are all terms associated with: - (ANSWER)Standard
Specification
Which of the following options describes an important consideration when developing a strategic plan? -
(ANSWER)Each element is aligned with and supports the other elements
The four steps for the strategic planning development include: - (ANSWER)1. Outline the entity's mission,
programs, resources, and support systems.
2. Identify what works well and what needs improved.
3. Identify how improvements should be made and then determine the best method to make
improvements.
4. Include the improvements as strategies in the strategic plan and connect to the alignment path.
, NEW NIGP CPP EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100%
VERIFIED 2026 UPDATE!!! ALREADY GRADED A+
A school district buyer has a mandate from the Board to increase SWMBE (small, woman-owned,
minority-owned business enterprise) opportunities. Which of the following would be the best step for
her to take in order to do so. - (ANSWER)Engage DBEs in procurements which require little or no
competition
LEED provides a point rating system to score green building design and construction and points are
distributed across eight credit categories: - (ANSWER)Sustainable Sites - This category measures the
extent to which the entire property is used to mitigate the project's impact on the site.
Water Efficiency - This category is evaluated by the level in which the construction project includes water
conservation strategies, which may be inside or outside and build into the structure.
Energy and Atmosphere - This category evaluates the measures taken to optimize energy efficiency and
use of efficient HVAC systems.
Materials and Resources - This category measures the means by which the amount of wastes may be
reduced during the building of the structure; and selection of sustainable materials.
Indoor Environmental Quality - This category evaluates the planning of optimal indoor air quality
through the planned reduction of air pollution using energy-efficient appliances and other ventilation
measures.
Innovation in Design - This category includes the use of innovative measures in design and performance
through collaborations by all stakeholders in the building process.
Regional Priority - This category provides credits for construction planning which addresses challenges,
which may be predetermined to be unique to the region in which the construction is located.
Location and Transportation - This category evaluates the location of the project and the ease by which
stakeholders may travel to and from the facility once it is completed.
A Procurement Specialist in a large city is in the planning stages of a waste management contract in a
municipality in which labor unions are prevalent. Which is a concern that may be addressed in the
solicitation? - (ANSWER)Workers safety, The labor movement is often tied to worker safety. The
International Labor Rights Forum works with networks around the world to address working conditions.
An entity would like to invite more participation by local businesses. What strategy may the Procurement
Officer use in order to do so? - (ANSWER)Speaking at local Chamber of Commerce meetings; Building
relationships with suppliers through their organizations is a great way to show genuine interest in doing
business with them and is the best choice.
