FAC-C QUESTIONS - PRACTICE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Market research is conducted during which phase of acquisition? - Correct Answers -All
phases of the acquisition
What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR? - Correct Answers -
Deviation
Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) should: - Correct Answers -Promote
competition to the maximum extent practicable
What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured profit/fee? - Correct Answers -
DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method
What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring commercial items of supply?
- Correct Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -Only contracting officers acting within the
scope of their authority are authorized to execute contract modifications on behalf of the
Government
Only contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority are authorized to
execute contract modifications on behalf of the Government - Correct Answers -Are only
signed by a Government contracting officer, not the contractor
Except when authorized otherwise, a Government contract: - Correct Answers -Must be
in writing
, Which is NOT a type of contracting officer? - Correct Answers -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
Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -Termination for Cause
Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information about the Federal
Acquisition Regulations System? - Correct Answers -FAR part 1
Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at FAR 1.108(b),
delegation of authority? - Correct Answers -Each authority is delegable unless
specifically stated otherwise
How many parts are there in the FAR? - Correct Answers -53
What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)? - Correct Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -FAR part 10
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Market research is conducted during which phase of acquisition? - Correct Answers -All
phases of the acquisition
What is the use of a procedure that is inconsistent with the FAR? - Correct Answers -
Deviation
Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) should: - Correct Answers -Promote
competition to the maximum extent practicable
What is the tool (form) used by DoD to apply a structured profit/fee? - Correct Answers -
DD Form 1547, Weighted Guidelines Method
What type(s) of contracts can be awarded when acquiring commercial items of supply?
- Correct Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -Only contracting officers acting within the
scope of their authority are authorized to execute contract modifications on behalf of the
Government
Only contracting officers acting within the scope of their authority are authorized to
execute contract modifications on behalf of the Government - Correct Answers -Are only
signed by a Government contracting officer, not the contractor
Except when authorized otherwise, a Government contract: - Correct Answers -Must be
in writing
, Which is NOT a type of contracting officer? - Correct Answers -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
Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -Termination for Cause
Which FAR part sets forth the basic policies and general information about the Federal
Acquisition Regulations System? - Correct Answers -FAR part 1
Which of the following statements best conveys the convention at FAR 1.108(b),
delegation of authority? - Correct Answers -Each authority is delegable unless
specifically stated otherwise
How many parts are there in the FAR? - Correct Answers -53
What is a Procurement Instrument Identifier (PIID)? - Correct Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -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 Answers -FAR part 10
