Update-Defense Acquisition University
Introduction
Exercise Questions – Set 1 Solicitation Names and Forms
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Question 1. Given the following scenarios, indicate:
• The type of solicitation you would use, RFQ, IFB, RFP
• What form you could use
Provide a FAR citation that supports your answers
Scenario 1: You need to solicit offers for an estimated $235,000 four (4) month temporary,
non-complex, help desk services contract using simplified acquisition procedures.
RFQ, SF 1449,
Scenario 2: You need to solicit an offer for an estimated $47 million non-commercial navigation
equipment for military aircraft. There is only one source and it is not available on a Federal
Supply Schedule (FSS).
RFP, SF 33,
Remaining questions, provide a brief response and a FAR citation that supports your answers.
Question 2. What type of solicitation should be used for the construction of a security fence
and guardhouse using government provided specifications and drawings, using full-and-open
competition, and only price related factors are needed?
IFB, FAR 6.401(a) & FAR 36.103(a)
Question 3. What type of solicitation should be used for a four year, complex information
technology (IT) services contract estimated to be approximately $20M using full and open
competition, and discussions may be required?
RFP, FAR 6.401(b)
Question 4. What solicitation method would be used to the maximum extent feasible under
the simplified acquisition threshold?
, Exercise Questions – Set 2 Necessary Elements of a Solicitation
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Question 1. Using FAR part 15, fill in the table below with the names of the different sections
of the UCF, no FAR reference is required.
Part I The Schedule Part II Contract Clauses
A: Solicitation/contract form I: Contract clauses
B: Supplies or services and prices/costs Part III List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other
Attachments
C: Description/specifications/statement of J: List of attachments
work
D: Packaging and marking Part IV Representations and Instructions
E: Inspection and acceptance K: Representations, certifications, and other
statements of offerors or respondents
F: Deliveries or performance L: Instructions, conditions, and notices
to offerors or respondents
G: Contract administration data M: Evaluation factors for award
H: Special contract requirements