NEWEST CON 3900 EXAM UPDATE WITH Q&A 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS GRADED A+ {CLEANEST VERSION}

NEWEST CON 3900 EXAM UPDATE WITH Q&A 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS GRADED A+ {CLEANEST VERSION} Which phase of acquisition is market research conducted? - CORRECT ANSWER-All phases of the acquisition What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR? - CORRECT ANSWER-Deviation Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) should - CORRECT ANSWER-Promote competition to the maximum extent practicable What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured profit/fee? - CORRECT ANSWER-DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring commercial supply items? - CORRECT ANSWER-Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustment When using invitations for bids (IFBs), what type(s) of contracts can be awarded? - CORRECT ANSWER-Only firm-fixed-price contracts or fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustment Which of the following is correct regarding the DFARS Procedures Guidance and Information (PGI)? - CORRECT ANSWER-The DFARS PGI is a companion resource to the DFARS Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the Government's policy on contract modifications? - CORRECT ANSWER-Only contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority are authorized to execute contract modifications on behalf of the Government Which of the following is accurate about unilateral modifications? - CORRECT ANSWER-Are only signed by a Government contracting officer, not the contractor Except when authorized otherwise, a Government contract: - CORRECT ANSWER-Must be in writing Which is NOT a type of contracting officer? - CORRECT ANSWER-Executive contracting officer With respect to the requirements of law, executive orders, regulations, and all other applicable procedures, prior to signing a contract, a contracting officer must: - CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure that each has been met Joan stated that she was working on selecting solicitation provisions. With this in mind, you know the contract: - CORRECT ANSWER-Has not been awarded A program manager asked John whether a contract clause is only used in the contract or if it applies to the solicitation as well. John correctly answered by replying with which of the following statements? - CORRECT ANSWER-A contract clause is a term or condition used in contracts, or in both solicitations and contracts, that applies after contract award or both before and after award A contractor failed to deliver a commercial item within the time specified by the contract. As the Government contracting officer, you plan to terminate the contract. What type of termination would you proceed with? - CORRECT ANSWER-Termination for Cause Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information about the Federal Acquisition Regulations System? - CORRECT ANSWER-FAR part 1 Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at FAR 1.108(b), delegation of authority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Each authority is delegable unless specifically stated otherwise How many parts are there in the FAR? - CORRECT ANSWER-53 What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)? - CORRECT ANSWER-A unique number identifying each solicitation, contract, agreement, or order and related procurement instrument The DoD Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID) is 13 positions long. Position 9 identifies the type of instrument. If position 9 is a "D", which of the following types of instruments is representative? - CORRECT ANSWER-Indefinite-delivery contracts to include IDIQs and requirements contracts You are reviewing a contract that utilizes the uniform contract format. In Section J you see an exhibit. How will the exhibit be displayed? - CORRECT ANSWER-With one or two alpha characters (e.g., Exhibit AA) Your customer comes to you anticipating a new requirement, one that has not been purchased recently. You'd like to refer them to the FAR part dealing specifically with market research. Which FAR part do you refer them to? - CORRECT ANSWER-FAR part 10 Of the following types of contracts, which shall not be used in Government contracting? - CORRECT ANSWER-Cost-plus-a-percentage-of-cost When can a time-and-materials (T&M) contract be used? - CORRECT ANSWER-A T&M contract may be used only when it is not possible at the time of placing the contract to estimate accurately the extent or duration of the work or to anticipate costs What underlying principle should the contracting officer follow to avoid organizational conflicts of interest? - CORRECT ANSWER-Prevent unfair competitive advantage Terms that address specific types of exchanges with offerors after receipt of proposals include: - CORRECT ANSWER-Communications, discussions, and clarifications With limited exceptions as authorized by agency regulations, what does the FAR say about Government employees soliciting and accepting gifts from contractors? Government employees: - CORRECT ANSWER-May not solicit or accept gifts What is the general guidance provided by the FAR for contractor bid or proposal information? - CORRECT ANSWER-It may not be disclosed to anyone unless they are authorized to receive it With few exceptions, which one of the following statements is true regarding awarding contracts to U.S. Government employees? - CORRECT ANSWER-A contracting officer shall not knowingly award a contract to a Government employee Which of the following would represent, or potentially represent, an organizational conflict of interest (OCI)? - CORRECT ANSWER-An engineering support contractor (contractor A) is hired to assist in the development of Government specifications for a new requirement. Contractor A writes the specifications in such a way as to require the Government's use of contractor A's proprietary processes even though there are other solutions. Which term means the total cost to the Government of acquiring, operating, supporting, and (if applicable) disposing of the items being acquired? - CORRECT ANSWER-Life-cycle costs Which of the following reflects market research policy? Market research: - CORRECT ANSWER-Aids in determining if sources capable of satisfying the agency's requirements exist Which section of the uniform contract format (UCF) exists to include negotiated, meaningful special contract requirements that are not included in Section I, Contract clauses, or in other sections of the UCF? - CORRECT ANSWER-Section H Who is the individual designated and authorized in writing by the contracting officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions? - CORRECT ANSWER-Contracting officer's representative Which of the following statements is accurate regarding Acquisition Teams? - CORRECT ANSWER-The Acquisition Team includes representatives of the technical, supply, and procurement communities, the customers they serve, and the contractors who provide the products and services. Select the statement that is NOT conducive toward forming a cohesive team - CORRECT ANSWER-The Government should foster an "arm's length" approach for an effective relationship The authority of a contracting officer's representative (COR) shall be: - CORRECT ANSWER-Designated in writing, with a copy given to the contractor and contract administration office Which event is meant to aid both the Government and contractor personnel to 1) achieve a clear and mutual understanding of all contract requirements, and (2) identify and resolve potential problems after contract award? - CORRECT ANSWER-Postaward orientation conference