Vehicle Acquisition & Disposal Flashcards
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Which government program allows eligible public fleet agencies to purchase vehicles at pre-negotiated contract prices without a separate bidding process?
Answer: GSA Fleet cooperative purchasing
GSA schedules and cooperative purchasing contracts allow eligible agencies to procure vehicles at pre-negotiated rates, bypassing individual RFP processes.
A fleet manager is evaluating alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) for acquisition. Which factor most directly impacts total cost of ownership for AFVs compared to conventional vehicles?
Answer: Fuel cost differential and available fueling infrastructure
The economic viability of AFVs depends heavily on fuel cost savings and whether adequate fueling or charging infrastructure exists near operation areas.
What is 'fleet right-sizing'?
Answer: Aligning fleet size and vehicle types precisely to operational demand
Right-sizing matches the number and type of vehicles in a fleet to actual operational need, eliminating underutilized assets.
Which disposal channel is most appropriate for high-mileage vehicles with significant mechanical issues?
Answer: Wholesale salvage or scrap auction
High-mileage vehicles with significant issues are best disposed of through salvage or scrap channels where buyers price them for parts or metal value.
A fleet manager must document vehicle disposal proceeds for accounting purposes. Which document typically serves as proof of sale for a disposed fleet vehicle?
Answer: Bill of sale or auction receipt
A bill of sale or auction receipt provides the official record of the transaction price and buyer, supporting proper accounting and title transfer.
What is the purpose of a 'vehicle selector' or 'selector list' in fleet acquisition?
Answer: A pre-approved list of vehicles employees may choose from
A selector list limits employee vehicle choices to pre-approved makes and models that meet fleet policy and cost requirements.
Which depreciation method spreads a vehicle's cost evenly across its useful life, producing equal expense amounts each year?
Answer: Straight-line depreciation
Straight-line depreciation allocates an equal portion of the vehicle's depreciable cost to each year of its useful life.