Free NCMA Post-Award Contract Management Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of contract administration in the post-award phase?

Accepted Answer

To ensure compliance with terms and successful performance

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To renegotiate the contract price

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To terminate the contract early

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To avoid contractor communications

Question 2

Which FAR Part primarily governs post-award contract administration?

Accepted Answer

FAR Part 42

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FAR Part 16

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FAR Part 49

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FAR Part 52

Question 3

What is the purpose of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)?

Accepted Answer

To monitor performance and report to the CO

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To modify contract terms

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To approve contractor invoices

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To replace the Contracting Officer

Question 4

When is a contractor required to submit a Request for Equitable Adjustment (REA)?

Accepted Answer

Due to government-caused delays or changes

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For routine invoice submissions

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When seeking additional profit

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To request early termination

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate and report on contractor performance

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To track contractor employee salaries

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To replace the need for contract modifications

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To approve subcontractor agreements

Question 6

Which clause allows the government to terminate a contract for convenience?

Accepted Answer

FAR 52.249-2

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FAR 52.246-4

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FAR 52.222-26

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FAR 52.232-1

Question 7

What is the primary difference between a change order and a constructive change?

Accepted Answer

Change orders are formal; constructive changes are informal

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Change orders are verbal; constructive changes are written

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Only constructive changes require consideration

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Change orders are always optional

Question 8

What must a Contracting Officer do before issuing a cure notice?

Accepted Answer

Document the contractor's performance deficiencies

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Obtain contractor approval

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Terminate the contract immediately

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Issue a final payment

Question 9

What is the purpose of the Limitation of Funds clause (FAR 52.232-22)?

Accepted Answer

To warn contractors when funding is almost depleted

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To guarantee full contract funding

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To authorize additional work without limits

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To replace the need for contract modifications