CLC-222 CONTRACTING EXAM STUDY
GUIDE 2026 – COMPLETE CONCEPT
REVIEW & PRACTICE MATERIALS (LATEST
EDITION)
Description (100 words):
The CLC-222 exam focuses on foundational contracting concepts essential for
acquisition professionals working within the Department of Defense (DoD). This
guide provides a complete, exam-oriented overview of major topics including
acquisition planning, contract formation, source selection, contract
administration, competition requirements, fiscal law basics, and performance
assessment. Learners will strengthen their understanding of FAR/DFARS rules,
contract types, documentation standards, COR responsibilities, and ethical
considerations. The material is tailored to mirror real exam questioning formats
and ensures readiness through scenario-based questions that reflect actual
responsibilities of contracting personnel. Studying these questions enhances both
exam performance and practical contracting proficiency.
5 KEYWORDS: Acquisition, Source Selection, Contract Types, COR Responsibilities,
FAR/DFARS
100 EXAM-STYLE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (ANSWER MARKED WITH )
(All questions follow real CLC-222 exam style: contracting, COR duties, FAR rules, contract
admin, performance monitoring)
1. What is the primary role of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)?
A. Conduct contract award decisions
B. Manage government budgets
,C. Monitor contractor performance
D. Issue contract modifications
2. Which regulation provides overarching guidance for federal contracting?
A. DFARS
B. FAR
C. DAG
D. DoDI 5000
3. The COR must be appointed by the KO through which document?
A. Purchase Request
B. Delegation of Authority Letter
C. Contract Mod
D. DD Form 2579
4. What is the purpose of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs)?
A. Determine contract funding
B. Monitor contractor performance
C. Evaluate proposals
D. Award contracts
5. Which Contract Type shifts most cost risk to the Government?
A. Firm Fixed Price
B. Cost-Reimbursement
C. Incentive Fee
D. Time & Materials
6. A COR must document performance issues in which file?
A. Government Property File
B. Contractor Personnel File
C. COR File
D. QASP
7. Who has the authority to obligate the government?
A. COR
B. PM
,C. KO
D. IG
8. The Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) requires what?
A. Mandatory COR assignment
B. Full and open competition
C. Sole-source justification
D. Lowest price awards
9. The Acquisition Plan should be completed during which phase?
A. Contract Closeout
B. Requirements Definition
C. Negotiation
D. Performance Monitoring
10. What must a COR avoid to remain compliant with ethics rules?
A. Reporting delays
B. Accepting contractor gifts
C. Reviewing invoices
D. Attending meetings
11. What document outlines the contractor's responsibilities?
A. SOW/PWS
B. IG Report
C. WBS
D. PR Package
12. A contract change that impacts price must be issued by?
A. COR
B. PM
C. KO
D. QA
13. Which form verifies COR training completion?
A. DD 250
B. DD 577
, C. SF 1449
D. SF 30
14. A Performance Work Statement (PWS) emphasizes what?
A. Contractor tasks
B. Detailed procedures
C. Outcomes & measurable results
D. Internal government processes
15. The IGCE is used for what purpose?
A. Contractor evaluation
B. Cost realism analysis
C. Post-award admin
D. Property accountability
16. Surveillance frequency in a QASP is based on?
A. Contractor requests
B. COR workload
C. Performance risk
D. KO preference
17. What must the contractor submit before work begins?
A. Invoice
B. Safety Plan
C. COR Nomination
D. CPARS
18. Which document finalizes contract completion?
A. Invoice
B. Contract Mod
C. COR Release Statement
D. Contractor Property Report
19. Which is a COR responsibility during performance?
A. Issuing stop work orders
B. Monitoring deliverables
GUIDE 2026 – COMPLETE CONCEPT
REVIEW & PRACTICE MATERIALS (LATEST
EDITION)
Description (100 words):
The CLC-222 exam focuses on foundational contracting concepts essential for
acquisition professionals working within the Department of Defense (DoD). This
guide provides a complete, exam-oriented overview of major topics including
acquisition planning, contract formation, source selection, contract
administration, competition requirements, fiscal law basics, and performance
assessment. Learners will strengthen their understanding of FAR/DFARS rules,
contract types, documentation standards, COR responsibilities, and ethical
considerations. The material is tailored to mirror real exam questioning formats
and ensures readiness through scenario-based questions that reflect actual
responsibilities of contracting personnel. Studying these questions enhances both
exam performance and practical contracting proficiency.
5 KEYWORDS: Acquisition, Source Selection, Contract Types, COR Responsibilities,
FAR/DFARS
100 EXAM-STYLE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (ANSWER MARKED WITH )
(All questions follow real CLC-222 exam style: contracting, COR duties, FAR rules, contract
admin, performance monitoring)
1. What is the primary role of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)?
A. Conduct contract award decisions
B. Manage government budgets
,C. Monitor contractor performance
D. Issue contract modifications
2. Which regulation provides overarching guidance for federal contracting?
A. DFARS
B. FAR
C. DAG
D. DoDI 5000
3. The COR must be appointed by the KO through which document?
A. Purchase Request
B. Delegation of Authority Letter
C. Contract Mod
D. DD Form 2579
4. What is the purpose of Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs)?
A. Determine contract funding
B. Monitor contractor performance
C. Evaluate proposals
D. Award contracts
5. Which Contract Type shifts most cost risk to the Government?
A. Firm Fixed Price
B. Cost-Reimbursement
C. Incentive Fee
D. Time & Materials
6. A COR must document performance issues in which file?
A. Government Property File
B. Contractor Personnel File
C. COR File
D. QASP
7. Who has the authority to obligate the government?
A. COR
B. PM
,C. KO
D. IG
8. The Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) requires what?
A. Mandatory COR assignment
B. Full and open competition
C. Sole-source justification
D. Lowest price awards
9. The Acquisition Plan should be completed during which phase?
A. Contract Closeout
B. Requirements Definition
C. Negotiation
D. Performance Monitoring
10. What must a COR avoid to remain compliant with ethics rules?
A. Reporting delays
B. Accepting contractor gifts
C. Reviewing invoices
D. Attending meetings
11. What document outlines the contractor's responsibilities?
A. SOW/PWS
B. IG Report
C. WBS
D. PR Package
12. A contract change that impacts price must be issued by?
A. COR
B. PM
C. KO
D. QA
13. Which form verifies COR training completion?
A. DD 250
B. DD 577
, C. SF 1449
D. SF 30
14. A Performance Work Statement (PWS) emphasizes what?
A. Contractor tasks
B. Detailed procedures
C. Outcomes & measurable results
D. Internal government processes
15. The IGCE is used for what purpose?
A. Contractor evaluation
B. Cost realism analysis
C. Post-award admin
D. Property accountability
16. Surveillance frequency in a QASP is based on?
A. Contractor requests
B. COR workload
C. Performance risk
D. KO preference
17. What must the contractor submit before work begins?
A. Invoice
B. Safety Plan
C. COR Nomination
D. CPARS
18. Which document finalizes contract completion?
A. Invoice
B. Contract Mod
C. COR Release Statement
D. Contractor Property Report
19. Which is a COR responsibility during performance?
A. Issuing stop work orders
B. Monitoring deliverables
