CE Laws, Ethics & Contracts Quiz and Flashcards

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If a contractor fails to renew their license, their license is suspended until renewal.
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) is responsible for regulating the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines.
The Professional Regulatory Board of Civil Engineering conducts licensure examinations for civil engineers.
The Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) is responsible for the registration and accreditation of contractors.

A fixed price contract is commonly used in civil engineering projects in the Philippines.
A performance bond is used to ensure completion of the project on time and to protect the owner against defective workmanship.
A lump sum contract is a type of contract where the contractor agrees to complete the project for a fixed price.

The Philippine Government Procurement Reform Act aims to promote transparency and efficiency in government procurement.
The Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) is responsible for implementing the government procurement law in the Philippines.
The maximum allowable contract period for a public infrastructure project in the Philippines is 6 years.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is responsible for monitoring and regulating public infrastructure projects in the Philippines.

The Philippine Civil Engineering Code of Ethics establishes professional standards and conduct for civil engineers.
Failing to disclose conflicts of interest to clients, engaging in bribery or corruption, and providing false or misleading information are examples of unethical behavior for civil engineers.
Civil engineers are required to act in the best interest of the public and maintain confidentiality.

Competitive bidding is a procurement method used to acquire goods and services through a transparent and competitive process.
Direct contracting is a procurement method used when there is only one qualified supplier or contractor available.
Shopping is a procurement method used for the acquisition of off-the-shelf items with readily determinable specifications.
Limited source bidding is a procurement method used when there are only a few qualified suppliers or contractors available.

The procuring entity is required to issue the notice of award after the bid evaluation within 10 calendar days.
The maximum period allowed for the procuring entity to issue the notice of award is 14 calendar days.
The contractor's license shall be repaid by deducting 20% from his periodic progress payments.

The maximum amount of advance payment allowed for procurement projects under the Philippine government procurement law is 20% of the contract amount.
Performance security in the form of cash, manager's check, cashier's check, or irrevocable letter of credit shall be 10% of the total contract price.