CCA Construction Procurement and Subcontracting

Question 1

Which procurement method requires a general contractor to publicly advertise a project and award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder?

Accepted Answer

Competitive sealed bidding

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Negotiated procurement

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Design-build selection

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Construction management at-risk

Question 2

A 'responsible bidder' in construction procurement is one that:

Accepted Answer

Demonstrates the financial, technical, and managerial capability to perform the contract

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Submits the lowest bid

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Has worked with the owner before

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Is incorporated in the same state as the project

Question 3

Which document establishes the minimum qualifications subcontractors must meet before being considered for a construction project?

Accepted Answer

Prequalification questionnaire

Answer

Request for Proposal (RFP)

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Notice to Proceed

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Substantial Completion Certificate

Question 4

A construction auditor reviewing subcontract awards should verify that subcontractor selection was based on:

Accepted Answer

Documented evaluation criteria applied consistently to all bidders

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Personal relationships with the project manager

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The subcontractor's geographic proximity

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The general contractor's past preference

Question 5

Under the Miller Act, prime contractors on federal construction projects exceeding $150,000 must obtain:

Accepted Answer

A performance bond and a payment bond

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An environmental surety bond

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A bid bond only

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A maintenance bond

Question 6

Which procurement document is used to solicit prices for well-defined construction work where the scope is fully specified?

Accepted Answer

Invitation for Bids (IFB)

Answer

Request for Information (RFI)

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Request for Qualifications (RFQ)

Answer

Letter of Intent