CPPB Exam Study Guide

Surety - Correct Answer-A pledge or guarantee by an insurance company, bank, individual, or corporation on behalf of the bidder/proposer to satisfy the contractual obligations. accountability - Correct Answer-the principle that employees who accept an assignment and the authority to carry it out are answerable to a superior for the outcome. acceptance - Correct Answer-1. Indication that all parties to the contract agree to be bound by the terms of the contract. 2. An indication by one party of a willingness to act in accordance with the contract or offer. 3. The assumption of a legal obligation by a party to a contract, and to the terms and conditions of the contract. 4. The act of receiving the commodity by an authorized representative with the intention of retaining the commodity. May include transfer of title. competitive sealed bidding - Correct Answer-Method for acquiring goods, services, and construction for public use in which award is made to the lowest responsive bid and responsible bidder, based solely on the response to the criteria set forth in the Invitation for Bids (IFB); does not include discussions or negotiations with bidders. force majeure - Correct Answer-unexpected or uncontrollable events, including those caused by nature that can impact the contract price, terms and conditions. These events are not due to contractor negligence and may excuse the contract performance during the events and under certain conditions caused by them. Acts of God or disruptive conditions for which a contract or carrier will not be held responsible.