FCC FCC Simplified Acquisition & SAP Procedures

Question 1

What is the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) for most federal contracts under FAR Part 13?

Accepted Answer

$250,000

Answer

The simplified acquisition threshold is $250,000 for most federal acquisitions under FAR Part 13.

Question 2

Which FAR part primarily governs simplified acquisition procedures (SAP)?

Accepted Answer

FAR Part 13

Answer

FAR Part 13 establishes the simplified acquisition procedures used for purchases at or below the SAT.

Question 3

A Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) under FAR 13.303 is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A simplified method of filling anticipated repetitive needs by establishing charge accounts with qualified sources

Answer

A BPA is a charge account arrangement with qualified sources to fill anticipated repetitive needs without issuing a new purchase order each time.

Question 4

Under SAP, the micro-purchase threshold for most federal acquisitions is:

Accepted Answer

$10,000

Answer

The micro-purchase threshold is $10,000 for most civilian agencies, allowing purchases without competition.

Question 5

When using SAP, which of the following is NOT required for purchases between the micro-purchase threshold and the SAT?

Accepted Answer

A formal written solicitation with a minimum 30-day response period

Answer

SAP does not require a formal 30-day solicitation period; agencies use simplified methods like oral requests for quotes or GSA Advantage.

(FCC) Federal Contracting Certification Practice Test