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CPPO Public Procurement Governance and Policy Flashcards

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  1. Which document formally delegates procurement authority to a public purchasing officer?

    Answer: A delegation of authority or warrant issued by the agency head or governing body

    A warrant or delegation of authority document specifies the scope and dollar limits within which a procurement officer may legally obligate public funds.

  2. Under the Model Procurement Code for State and Local Governments, what is the primary role of a central purchasing authority?

    Answer: To standardize procurement practices, achieve economies of scale, and ensure legal compliance across the organization

    A central purchasing authority consolidates procurement expertise, enforces consistent policy, and leverages volume for better pricing.

  3. A public procurement officer discovers that a recently awarded contract may involve a conflict of interest. The first required action is to:

    Answer: Report the potential conflict to legal counsel or the designated ethics officer and document the finding

    Conflicts of interest must be reported and documented immediately; only then can the appropriate authority determine the remedy.

  4. What is the purpose of a procurement audit?

    Answer: To verify that procurement transactions comply with applicable laws, policies, and procedures, and that funds were spent appropriately

    Procurement audits provide independent assurance that public funds were committed through lawful, documented, and competitive processes.

  5. Which practice best supports procurement transparency in US public agencies?

    Answer: Publicly posting solicitations, award decisions, and contract amounts in accessible registers or portals

    Public disclosure of solicitations and awards enables community oversight, deters corruption, and reinforces accountability.

  6. State and local procurement policies must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in what context?

    Answer: Ensuring procurement solicitations, processes, and resulting services are accessible to individuals with disabilities

    ADA compliance requires that procurement processes and the goods/services acquired do not create barriers for people with disabilities.