Government Procurement Certification Government Procurement Processes & Procedures 2

Question 1

Under the FAR, what is the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) as of 2023?

Accepted Answer

$150,000

Answer

The simplified acquisition threshold is $150,000, below which agencies may use simplified acquisition procedures instead of full and open competition requirements.

Question 2

Which procurement method requires a contracting officer to document why only one source can satisfy the requirement?

Accepted Answer

Sole source justification

Answer

A sole source justification (J&A) must be prepared and approved before awarding a contract without competition, documenting the specific authority and rationale.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) in federal procurement?

Accepted Answer

To simplify recurring purchases from established sources

Answer

A BPA is a simplified acquisition method that allows agencies to fill recurring needs by establishing charge accounts with qualified sources, reducing paperwork per transaction.

Question 4

Under FAR Part 15, what distinguishes 'discussions' from 'clarifications' in competitive acquisitions?

Accepted Answer

Discussions may allow proposal revisions; clarifications do not

Answer

Clarifications are limited exchanges that do not allow proposal revisions, while discussions (conducted in the competitive range) permit offerors to revise their proposals.

Question 5

What document formally authorizes a contractor to begin work before a contract is fully executed?

Accepted Answer

Undefinitized contract action (UCA)

Answer

An Undefinitized Contract Action (UCA) authorizes work to begin before price and other terms are agreed upon, with definitization required within a specified period.

Government Procurement Certification Practice Test

Government Procurement Certification Practice Test

Government Procurement Certification Government Procurement Processes & Procedures 2