CORB Level II Already Graded A+
Techniques to Promote Early Exchange of Information with Industry
FAR 15.201(c):
- Request for Information (RFIs)
- Sources Sought
- Pre-solicitation/pre-proposal Conferences
- Industry or Small Business Conferences
- Public Hearings
- Market Research
- One-On-One Meetings with Potential Offerors
- Pre-solicitation Notices
- Draft Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Factors for Using a Brand Name or Equivalent Restriction
FAR 11.104:
When performance specifications do not permit innovative solutions, a brand name or equivalent
purchase description may be required. This description must include the brand name and a general
description of the essential physical, functional, or performance characteristics that an equivalent item
must meet to be acceptable for award. Brand name or equivalent descriptions should be used when the
essential characteristics are firmly established.
,When and How to Assign a COR
FAR 1.602-2:
A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) should be designated and authorized in writing following
agency procedures for all contracts and orders other than firm-fixed-price, and for firm-fixed-price
contracts and orders as deemed appropriate unless the contracting officer retains the COR duties.
To be appointed as a COR, the individual must:
1. Be a Government employee, unless otherwise authorized by agency regulations.
2. Be certified and maintain certification as per the Office of Management and Budget memorandum on
the Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer Representatives (FAC-COR) guidance, or for
DoD, in line with the applicable DoD policy guidance.
3. Be qualified by training and experience matching the responsibilities to be delegated in accordance
with agency procedures.
4. Not be delegated responsibilities that have been assigned under 42.202 to a contract administration
office, but may be assigned some duties listed under 42.302 by the contracting officer.
5. Have no authority to make any commitments or changes affecting price, quality, quantity, delivery, or
other terms and conditions of the contract, nor direct the contractor or its subcontractors to operate in
conflict with the contract terms and conditions.
6. Be nominated either by the requiring activity or as per agency procedures.
7. Be designated in writing, with copies provided to the contractor and the contract administration
office, specifying:
, - The extent of the COR's authority to act on behalf of the contracting officer.
- The limitations on the COR's authority.
- The period covered by the designation.
What is the difference between allowable and allocable costs? ✔️FAR 31. Allocable - were the cost
incurred specifically for this contract?
Allowable - are the costs allocable and in accordance with CAS and FAR?
You are reviewing a performance assessment in CPARS as a Assessing Officer. What are you looking for
and why is it important? ✔️FAR 42.1502. and Table 42-1 -Evaluation Rating Definitions (Sat, unsat, very
good, marginal, exceptional) (1) Ensure contract data is complete and correct (Interim/Final CPARS,
contiguous performance dates, program title and contract description, etc.); Meaningful narrative for
each assessed area; Specific events are called out for ratings other than Satisfactory and narrative
supports the rating; Small Business narrative reflects CPARS policy for SB assessment (addresses SB
goals, eSRS reporting, etc.); Assessments are objective and verifiable, not subjective. (2) Report data is
used by other PCOs in evaluating past performance. Incomplete, inaccurate or insufficient CPARs may
fail to provide necessary information with respect to relevance & contractor performance. Contractors
may challenge unsubstantiated feedback.
What is the Defense Base Act, when does it apply and how is it implemented? What are the conditions
for a country waiver? ✔️52.228-3FAR 28.305. (b) The Defense Base Act ( 42 U.S.C.1651, etseq.) extends
the Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act ( 33 U.S.C.901) to various classes of
Techniques to Promote Early Exchange of Information with Industry
FAR 15.201(c):
- Request for Information (RFIs)
- Sources Sought
- Pre-solicitation/pre-proposal Conferences
- Industry or Small Business Conferences
- Public Hearings
- Market Research
- One-On-One Meetings with Potential Offerors
- Pre-solicitation Notices
- Draft Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Factors for Using a Brand Name or Equivalent Restriction
FAR 11.104:
When performance specifications do not permit innovative solutions, a brand name or equivalent
purchase description may be required. This description must include the brand name and a general
description of the essential physical, functional, or performance characteristics that an equivalent item
must meet to be acceptable for award. Brand name or equivalent descriptions should be used when the
essential characteristics are firmly established.
,When and How to Assign a COR
FAR 1.602-2:
A Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) should be designated and authorized in writing following
agency procedures for all contracts and orders other than firm-fixed-price, and for firm-fixed-price
contracts and orders as deemed appropriate unless the contracting officer retains the COR duties.
To be appointed as a COR, the individual must:
1. Be a Government employee, unless otherwise authorized by agency regulations.
2. Be certified and maintain certification as per the Office of Management and Budget memorandum on
the Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer Representatives (FAC-COR) guidance, or for
DoD, in line with the applicable DoD policy guidance.
3. Be qualified by training and experience matching the responsibilities to be delegated in accordance
with agency procedures.
4. Not be delegated responsibilities that have been assigned under 42.202 to a contract administration
office, but may be assigned some duties listed under 42.302 by the contracting officer.
5. Have no authority to make any commitments or changes affecting price, quality, quantity, delivery, or
other terms and conditions of the contract, nor direct the contractor or its subcontractors to operate in
conflict with the contract terms and conditions.
6. Be nominated either by the requiring activity or as per agency procedures.
7. Be designated in writing, with copies provided to the contractor and the contract administration
office, specifying:
, - The extent of the COR's authority to act on behalf of the contracting officer.
- The limitations on the COR's authority.
- The period covered by the designation.
What is the difference between allowable and allocable costs? ✔️FAR 31. Allocable - were the cost
incurred specifically for this contract?
Allowable - are the costs allocable and in accordance with CAS and FAR?
You are reviewing a performance assessment in CPARS as a Assessing Officer. What are you looking for
and why is it important? ✔️FAR 42.1502. and Table 42-1 -Evaluation Rating Definitions (Sat, unsat, very
good, marginal, exceptional) (1) Ensure contract data is complete and correct (Interim/Final CPARS,
contiguous performance dates, program title and contract description, etc.); Meaningful narrative for
each assessed area; Specific events are called out for ratings other than Satisfactory and narrative
supports the rating; Small Business narrative reflects CPARS policy for SB assessment (addresses SB
goals, eSRS reporting, etc.); Assessments are objective and verifiable, not subjective. (2) Report data is
used by other PCOs in evaluating past performance. Incomplete, inaccurate or insufficient CPARs may
fail to provide necessary information with respect to relevance & contractor performance. Contractors
may challenge unsubstantiated feedback.
What is the Defense Base Act, when does it apply and how is it implemented? What are the conditions
for a country waiver? ✔️52.228-3FAR 28.305. (b) The Defense Base Act ( 42 U.S.C.1651, etseq.) extends
the Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act ( 33 U.S.C.901) to various classes of
