FAC Documentation & Reporting 2

Question 1

Which document must be included in the contract file to justify a sole-source award above the simplified acquisition threshold?

Accepted Answer

Justification and Approval (J&A)

Answer

A Justification and Approval (J&A) is required by FAR Part 6 to authorize other than full and open competition, including sole-source awards above the SAT.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a Pre-Award Survey report in federal acquisitions?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate a prospective contractor's ability to perform the contract

Answer

A Pre-Award Survey assesses whether a prospective contractor has the technical, financial, and managerial capability to successfully perform the contract.

Question 3

Under FAR 4.803, which of the following must be retained in the contract file for contracts exceeding $1 million?

Accepted Answer

Source selection documentation including the basis for award

Answer

FAR 4.803 requires source selection documentation, including the basis for award decision, to be retained in the official contract file for contracts over $1 million.

Question 4

A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) should document contractor performance issues primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Support future Past Performance assessments and contract administration decisions

Answer

COR documentation of performance issues creates an accurate record that supports Past Performance evaluations in CPARS and informs future contract administration actions.

Question 5

Which report is required by FAR 42.1502 to document contractor performance on contracts over $150,000?

Accepted Answer

Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) evaluation

Answer

FAR 42.1502 requires agencies to prepare and submit contractor performance evaluations in CPARS for contracts exceeding $150,000.

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FAC Documentation & Reporting 2