18 Questions
What is the main purpose of 10 U.S.C. 4701?
To prohibit contractors and subcontractors from discharging employees who disclose certain information
What is the exception to the prohibition on reprisal against an employee who discloses information?
When the request for reprisal is made by an executive branch official with authority
What is considered a deviation from the FAR?
Omission of a solicitation provision when its prescription requires its use
Which subpart of the DFARS applies to whistleblower protections for contractor employees?
DFARS subpart 203.9
What is the purpose of documenting negotiations?
To record the negotiation's purpose and acquisition details
What is excluded from the application of DFARS subpart 203.9?
Contracts with the intelligence community
What is an example of an acquisition action that is inconsistent with the FAR?
Omitting a solicitation provision when its prescription requires its use
What is a consequence of issuing policies or procedures that govern the contracting process?
The policies or procedures are not incorporated into agency acquisition regulations
What is the condition for a disclosure to be exempt from the protection of DFARS subpart 203.9?
If the disclosure relates to an activity of the intelligence community
What is a characteristic of a solicitation provision or contract clause that is used on a 'substantially as follows' or 'substantially the same as' basis?
It is used in a manner that is inconsistent with the intent of the FAR
What is the purpose of the whistleblower protection law?
To encourage contractors to report fraud and abuse
What is the term for the use of a policy, procedure, solicitation provision, contract clause, method, or practice of conducting acquisition actions that is inconsistent with the FAR?
Deviation
What is the purpose of the buyer and seller exchanging ideas or having discussions?
To facilitate a mutual understanding of the contract requirements
What is the purpose of documentation in the contract formation process?
To explain the process of awarding a contract
What is the purpose of FAR parts 12, 13, 14, and 15?
To describe the contract formation process
What is the purpose of the 'Manage Disagreements' unit in the Prep Course?
To discuss the protest process
What happens if there is a disagreement between the buyer and seller during the Award Life Cycle Phase?
The dispute is resolved through a structured process
What is the third phase of the contract life cycle?
Postaward Phase
Learn about the process of forming a contract, including responding to requests for clarification, preparing for negotiations, and selecting a source or awarding a contract. This quiz covers the key aspects of contract formation, as outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) parts 12, 13, 14, and 15.
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