COR Small Business Programs 3

Question 1

For a total small business set-aside, what minimum percentage of the contract work must be performed by the small business prime contractor in a service contract?

Accepted Answer

50%

Answer

Under the Limitations on Subcontracting rule for service contracts, the small business prime must perform at least 50% of the cost of the contract incurred for personnel.

Question 2

When must a prime contractor on a contract above the simplified acquisition threshold include a small business subcontracting plan?

Accepted Answer

When the prime is an other-than-small business and the contract exceeds $750,000 ($1.5M for construction)

Answer

FAR 19.702 requires other-than-small business prime contractors to submit subcontracting plans on contracts exceeding $750,000 ($1.5M for construction).

Question 3

Which agency is responsible for certifying firms as eligible for the HUBZone program?

Accepted Answer

Small Business Administration

Answer

The SBA is the sole authority for determining HUBZone eligibility and certifying firms for the program.

Question 4

A COR discovers a contractor claimed small business status at award but has since grown beyond the size standard. What should the COR do?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern to the CO for possible referral to the SBA

Answer

Size is generally determined at time of offer, but misrepresentation concerns should be reported to the CO, who may refer the matter to the SBA Office of Inspector General.

Question 5

What is the Mentor-Protégé Program's primary benefit for an 8(a) small business?

Accepted Answer

Access to joint ventures with larger, more experienced firms while retaining 8(a) eligibility

Answer

The SBA Mentor-Protégé Program allows 8(a) firms to enter joint ventures with mentor firms, gaining business development assistance while the joint venture can compete as a small business.

(COR) Contracting Officer's Representative Certification Practice Test

(COR) Contracting Officer's Representative Certification Practice Test

COR Small Business Programs 3