CFCM Source Selection 2

Question 1

Under FAR Part 15, what is the primary purpose of a Source Selection Evaluation Board (SSEB)?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate proposals against stated evaluation factors and document findings

Answer

The SSEB evaluates proposals against the solicitation's evaluation factors and documents its findings for the Source Selection Authority.

Question 2

Which document formally establishes the evaluation team, evaluation factors, and procedures for a competitive acquisition?

Accepted Answer

Source Selection Plan (SSP)

Answer

The Source Selection Plan (SSP) is prepared before issuing the solicitation and governs the entire evaluation process.

Question 3

In a best-value tradeoff source selection, an offeror with a higher-rated technical proposal may be selected over a lower-priced offeror if:

Accepted Answer

The Source Selection Authority documents why the technical superiority is worth the price premium

Answer

A best-value tradeoff selection requires the SSA to document a rational basis showing the technical benefits justify the additional cost.

Question 4

What term describes a deficiency in a proposal that is so significant it indicates a fundamental misunderstanding of the requirement and cannot be corrected without a major rewrite?

Accepted Answer

Deficiency

Answer

FAR 15.001 defines a deficiency as a material failure to meet a government requirement or a combination of significant weaknesses that increases performance risk.

Question 5

When may a contracting officer conduct discussions with offerors in the competitive range?

Accepted Answer

After establishment of the competitive range, to allow offerors to address deficiencies and weaknesses

Answer

FAR 15.306(d) authorizes discussions with offerors in the competitive range to address deficiencies, significant weaknesses, and other aspects of proposals.

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CFCM Source Selection 2