CAM Vendor and Contract Management

Question 1

When selecting a vendor for ongoing landscaping services at an apartment community, which factor is MOST important to verify before signing a contract?

Accepted Answer

Proof of general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage

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The vendor's social media presence

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The number of years the vendor has been in business

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Whether the vendor accepts credit card payments

Question 2

A written vendor contract for apartment communities should always include which of the following elements?

Accepted Answer

A clause requiring the vendor to follow all applicable laws and regulations

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A guarantee that the vendor will not work with competing properties

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A list of the vendor's personal references

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A clause requiring the vendor to use only union labor

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a scope of work in a vendor contract?

Accepted Answer

A detailed description of the specific services the vendor is expected to perform

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The total budget allocated for all vendor services

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The vendor's company mission statement

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The property manager's performance goals

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of including an indemnification clause in a vendor services agreement?

Accepted Answer

To require the vendor to hold the property harmless from claims arising from the vendor's negligence

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To allow the property to terminate the contract at will

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To set payment terms for the vendor

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To establish the renewal schedule for the contract

Question 5

A property manager receives a bid from a new vendor that is 30% lower than all other bids. What should the manager do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Investigate the vendor's credentials, references, and insurance before proceeding

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Award the contract immediately to save money

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Split the work between the low bidder and the next lowest bidder

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Reject the bid as it is too low to be credible

Question 6

Which type of contract gives a vendor a guaranteed amount of work regardless of actual property needs?

Accepted Answer

Guaranteed minimum contract

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Time-and-materials contract

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Fixed-price contract

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Cost-plus contract

Question 7

When a vendor's performance consistently falls below the standards outlined in the contract, what is the recommended first step for a property manager?

Accepted Answer

Document the deficiencies and issue a written notice to the vendor outlining required corrections

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Terminate the contract and find a new vendor immediately

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Withhold payment until performance improves

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Report the vendor to industry associations