CON 2370 Simplified Acquisition Procedures Take 14 Updated Actual
Questions and Correct Answers (2026-2027)
Question 1.
Which one of the following statements is true regard- ing the policies for the use of
simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)?
Correct Answer: Purchases shall be made in the simplified manner that is most
suitable to the circumstances of the acquisition. NOT - Contracting officers are
required to use a combination of the procedures in FAR parts 12, 13, 14, and 15
when using SAP. 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.
Question 2.
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
re- search 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 Answer: The basis for not providing for maximum competition must be
documented in the contract file.
Question 3.
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 Answer: PWS
Question 4.
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first priority for
satisfying a requirement for services?
Correct Answer: Inventories of the requiring agencies. NOT - Federal Prison
Industries. NOT - The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for
Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. NOT - Services listed
on Federal Supply Schedules.
, Question 5.
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
business- es and 4 large businesses. Which one of the following statements is correct?
Correct Answer: 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.
Question 6.
Which one of the following market research results would NOT support a commerciality
determination?
Correct Answer: 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. The part sold to the general public needs' extensive
modifications not customarily available in the commercial marketplace.
Question 7.
You have a requirement for water restoration services at your base in Louisiana. These
services are of a type sold competitively in substantial quantities in the commercial
marketplace based on market prices. The estimated dollar value of the acquisition is
$1,250,000. Which one of the following statements is true?
Correct Answer: The use of simplified acquisition procedures authorized.
Question 8.
You are the buyer for a construction requirement with an estimated value of $75,000. A
notice of the pro- posed contract action is required. Which one of the following solicitation
methods must be used?
Correct Answer: NOT - Electronic Solicitation. NOT - Combined
synopsis/solicitation. Written Solicitation.
Questions and Correct Answers (2026-2027)
Question 1.
Which one of the following statements is true regard- ing the policies for the use of
simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)?
Correct Answer: Purchases shall be made in the simplified manner that is most
suitable to the circumstances of the acquisition. NOT - Contracting officers are
required to use a combination of the procedures in FAR parts 12, 13, 14, and 15
when using SAP. 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.
Question 2.
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
re- search 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 Answer: The basis for not providing for maximum competition must be
documented in the contract file.
Question 3.
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 Answer: PWS
Question 4.
Which one of the following mandatory Government sources is the first priority for
satisfying a requirement for services?
Correct Answer: Inventories of the requiring agencies. NOT - Federal Prison
Industries. NOT - The Procurement List maintained by The Committee for
Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. NOT - Services listed
on Federal Supply Schedules.
, Question 5.
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
business- es and 4 large businesses. Which one of the following statements is correct?
Correct Answer: 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.
Question 6.
Which one of the following market research results would NOT support a commerciality
determination?
Correct Answer: 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. The part sold to the general public needs' extensive
modifications not customarily available in the commercial marketplace.
Question 7.
You have a requirement for water restoration services at your base in Louisiana. These
services are of a type sold competitively in substantial quantities in the commercial
marketplace based on market prices. The estimated dollar value of the acquisition is
$1,250,000. Which one of the following statements is true?
Correct Answer: The use of simplified acquisition procedures authorized.
Question 8.
You are the buyer for a construction requirement with an estimated value of $75,000. A
notice of the pro- posed contract action is required. Which one of the following solicitation
methods must be used?
Correct Answer: NOT - Electronic Solicitation. NOT - Combined
synopsis/solicitation. Written Solicitation.
