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Pass the DAU CLC 056 Final Exam on your first attempt with this complete resource featuring 7 distinct sets of questions and answers for Defense Acquisition University. This A+ Graded resource contains complete questions and verified answers across 7 different exam sets covering all key CLC 056 content areas including **contracting officer's representative (COR) certification requirements, COR appointment letters and termination, delegation of authority limits (micro-purchase threshold $10,000 for simplified acquisition, $250,000 for commercial purchases, CO limits vs COR limits no independent authority without CO direction), COR roles and responsibilities (technical monitoring, quality assurance, surveillance, acceptance of supplies/services, invoice approval, funding document tracking, period of performance monitoring, contract completion/final acceptance/closeout support, COR file documentation requirements (FAR 1.602-2(d), COR file includes appointment letter, statement of work PWS/performance work statement, quality assurance surveillance plan QASP, technical direction correspondence, inspection/acceptance records, contract modifications, funding documents, contractor performance reports (CPARS input as requested by CO)), performance-based contracting principles (PBC) (metrics, performance standards, quality assurance, incentive structures (positive vs negative), services acquisition, service contract PWS development, measurable outcomes, acceptable quality levels AQL, service level agreements SLAs, performance requirements summary PRS), quality assurance surveillance plans (QASP) development and implementation (performance objectives, thresholds, surveillance methods (continuous, intermittent, 100% inspection, random sampling), documentation of surveillance results, corrective action requests (CARs) tracking, performance improvement, contract administration (CPAR, performance monitoring, contract modifications (unilateral vs bilateral, within scope vs out of scope, supplemental agreements, change orders, constructive changes, cardinal change doctrine), constructive changes definition (oral/written direction by COR without proper modification that changes contract terms, equitable adjustment entitlement, government liability for constructive changes unless scope unchanged), government property administration (GFP government-furnished property, contractor-acquired property, property records, physical inventory, loss/theft/damage/destruction reporting, property disposition, property management systems, FAR Part 45 requirements), time and materials (T&M) vs labor hour (LH) vs firm fixed price (FFP) vs cost reimbursement contracts - COR responsibilities distinct for each type (T&M/LH requires labor category/hour verification, direct material costs verification, no fee on materials, ceiling price monitoring; FFP requires acceptance of deliverables meeting specifications, payment upon acceptance/delivery; Cost reimbursable requires review of incurred costs for allowability/allocation/reasonableness, hours verification, FAR Part 31 cost principles application, allowability standards (reasonable, allocable, necessary, consistent with policies for contractor's DCAA/DCMA audit), COR role in government contract closeout (ensure all deliverables accepted, final payment processed, property returned, final patent/technical data/software/rights in data reporting completed, final CPARS entered, contract file ready for closeout by contracting officer)), COR training requirements (CLC 056 prerequisite: CLC 222 or CLC 106 or equivalent, continuous learning points CLPs, recertification every 2 years for FAC-COR Level I, 3 years for Level II and III, COR performance evaluation input to contractor performance assessment reporting system (CPARS), ethical considerations for COR (avoid conflicts of interest (18 U.S.C. 208), no government position used for personal gain, gratuities (5 C.F.R. 2635.203, Bribery Act, illegal gratuities), procurement integrity (41 U.S.C. , restrictions on former government officials), disclosure of contractor misconduct (Fraud, Waste, Abuse (FWA)), whistleblower protections, Anti-Deficiency Act implications (no obligations or expenditures beyond appropriated funds, no voluntary services acceptance unless emergency involving safety of human life/property (31 U.S.C. 1342)), bona fide needs rule (appropriations available only for needs arising during period of availability, year-end funding rules, severable vs non-severable services contracts), improper use of government purchase card, government travel card rules (Temporary Duty (TDY) travel authorization, per diem, transportation, rental car authorization, lodging), COR personal liability (lack of gross negligence, acting within scope of appointment, good faith, damages not personally owed unless violation of law with specific intent, but suspension or revocation of warrant/certification possible), inspection and acceptance (FAR 46.3, inspection clause, acceptance is government act confirming supplies/services conform to contract requirements, COR can be delegated acceptance authority by CO in writing, COR acceptance is binding on government, exception for latent defects discovered after acceptance, process for rejection of nonconforming supplies, notice of nonconformance, rework/repair, price adjustment, return to contractor), contract modifications (supplemental agreement signed by contractor and CO, change order by CO unilaterally for changes within scope (Changes clause, FAR 52.243-1, 52.243-2, equitable adjustment for increased/decreased costs, time extension entitlement), constructive change (oral/written direction not properly modded that causes change in contract terms), cardinal change (change so fundamental that contract performance differs from original agreement-may entitle contractor to seek relief outside Changes clause/termination for convenience/breach claim, CO may ratify constructive change via modification after the fact but cardinal change may require termination/reprocurement/novation), government estimate (Independent Government Estimate IGCE) prepared by COR/technical team for CO use in negotiation, COR assists in negotiation planning, technical evaluation of proposals (tradeoff process, best value continuum, lowest price technically acceptable LPTA, tradeoff, technical evaluation factors rating adjectival (outstanding, good, acceptable, marginal, unacceptable, deficient), weighting, evaluation notices (EN), deficiency identification, discussions with offerors (FAR 15.3 exchanges, clarifications (minor clarifications, communications, discussions)), proposal revision request by CO, competitive range determination, final proposal revision (FPR), source selection decision, COR may serve as technical evaluator/advisor to source selection authority)). Each answer includes clear rationales. Perfect for CORs, contracting professionals, and acquisition workforce members completing DAU CLC 056 certification Final Exam preparations across 7 unique exam sets. With our Pass Guarantee, you can confidently pass all 7 final exam sets. Download your complete DAU CLC 056 7 sets final exams complete questions and answers instantly!

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DAU CLC 056 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | 7
Sets for Final Exams | Defense Acquisition University |
Pass Guaranteed - A+ Graded


Alignment: DAU CLC 056 Curriculum 2026/2027 | Federal Acquisition Regulation
(FAR) | Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)




[SET 1: Contracting Fundamentals & Acquisition Planning
(Questions 1-25)]




Question 1

A contracting officer is developing an acquisition plan for a new armored vehicle
system. The requirement involves both developmental work and production. Which
color of money is appropriate for the development phase?

A. Procurement (P) funds
B. Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) funds
C. Operations & Maintenance (O&M) funds
D. Military Construction (MILCON) funds

Correct Answer: B. Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) funds
[CORRECT]

Rationale: RDT&E funds (Color of Money "R") are used for research, development,
test, and evaluation of new systems, including technology development and system
development and demonstration. Procurement funds (P) are for production and
deployment. O&M funds are for sustainment. MILCON funds are for construction.
Per FAR 7.104 and DoD Financial Management Regulation 7000.14-R, proper fund
certification is required before obligation. Retake strategy: Remember the acquisition
lifecycle funding—RDT&E for development, Procurement for production, O&M for
sustainment.

,Question 2

During acquisition planning for a vehicle communication system, the program
manager must determine whether to develop the software in-house or contract with
a commercial vendor. Which analysis is required?

A. Cost-benefit analysis only
B. Make-or-buy analysis per FAR 7.105(b)(16)
C. Independent cost estimate only
D. Market research per FAR 10.001

Correct Answer: B. Make-or-buy analysis per FAR 7.105(b)(16) [CORRECT]

Rationale: FAR 7.105(b)(16) requires make-or-buy analysis as part of the acquisition
plan to determine whether supplies or services should be produced in-house or
acquired by contract. While market research (Option D) supports this decision, make-
or-buy is the specific required analysis. Option A is incomplete. Option C is a
separate requirement for major systems. Retake strategy: FAR 7.105(b) lists
acquisition plan contents—know that make-or-buy analysis is specifically required for
supplies and services.




Question 3

A contracting officer is conducting market research for a new tactical vehicle. Which
source is NOT typically used for market research under FAR Part 10?

A. Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
B. Commercial market surveys
C. Classified intelligence briefings
D. Requests for Information (RFI) to industry

Correct Answer: C. Classified intelligence briefings [CORRECT]

Rationale: FAR 10.002(b) lists market research techniques including government
databases (FPDS), commercial sources, trade shows, and RFIs. Classified intelligence
briefings are not listed as standard market research techniques and would not be

,appropriate for general market research of commercial capabilities. Options A, B, and
D are all standard techniques per FAR 10.002. Retake strategy: FAR 10.002(b)
enumerates market research techniques—focus on standard commercial and
government sources, not intelligence or classified methods.




Question 4

Under the Procurement Integrity Act (41 U.S.C. § 2101 et seq.), which action by a
government employee is prohibited?

A. Discussing the requirement with potential offerors after synopsis but before
solicitation release
B. Disclosing contractor bid or proposal information before award
C. Attending industry days to gather market information
D. Reviewing past performance data from FPDS

Correct Answer: B. Disclosing contractor bid or proposal information before
award [CORRECT]

Rationale: The Procurement Integrity Act (41 U.S.C. § 2102) prohibits disclosing
contractor bid or proposal information or source selection information before award.
Option A is permissible market research. Option C is standard practice. Option D is a
legitimate government database. Retake strategy: Procurement Integrity focuses on
protecting source selection information and bid/proposal information—disclosure
before award is the core prohibition.




Question 5

An acquisition plan for a major defense acquisition program must include all EXCEPT
which of the following?

A. Competition strategy
B. Contract type selection rationale

, C. Contractor's quality control procedures
D. Milestone schedule

Correct Answer: C. Contractor's quality control procedures [CORRECT]

Rationale: FAR 7.105(b) lists acquisition plan requirements including competition
strategy (A), contract type (B), and milestone schedule (D). Contractor quality control
procedures are not part of the government's acquisition plan—they are developed
by the contractor after contract award. Retake strategy: FAR 7.105(b) has 17 required
elements—know the government's planning requirements vs. contractor post-award
responsibilities.




Question 6

A program office is planning to acquire 500 tactical vehicles over five years. The
estimated cost is $150 million. Which type of acquisition plan is required?

A. Basic acquisition plan only
B. Written acquisition plan per FAR 7.105
C. No acquisition plan required
D. Agency-specific plan only

Correct Answer: B. Written acquisition plan per FAR 7.105 [CORRECT]

Rationale: FAR 7.103 requires written acquisition plans for acquisitions over $50
million (including options). This $150 million vehicle acquisition requires a detailed
written plan. Option A applies to acquisitions below the threshold. Option C is
incorrect—plans are required for major acquisitions. Option D may supplement but
not replace the FAR requirement. Retake strategy: FAR 7.103 thresholds—written
plan for >$50M; basic plan for ≤$50M; know the dollar thresholds for plan
requirements.




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