Table of Contents
- 1 What required sources has priority for services?
- 2 Which method of purchase is the most appropriate for requirements exceeding the micro purchase threshold?
- 3 Why is inspection and acceptance important to the Government?
- 4 What is a CAGE code for GSA?
- 5 When do agencies need to use Simplified Acquisition Procedures?
- 6 What is the simplified acquisition threshold for other than commercial items?
What required sources has priority for services?
The priority for required sources of supplies is: Agency inventories, excess from other agencies, Federal Prison Industries, Committee for Purchase from People Who are Blind or Severely Disabled, governmental wholesale supply sources, commercial sources.
Who is responsible for acceptance of the supplies and services?
the contracting officer
Acceptance of supplies or services is the responsibility of the contracting officer. When this responsibility is assigned to a cognizant contract administration office or to another agency (see 42.202(g)), acceptance by that office or agency is binding on the Government.
Is GSA Advantage a mandatory source?
In FAR 8.002, Priorities for Use of Mandatory Government Sources, GSA Global Supply is identified as a wholesale supply source (v) and should be referenced as a priority when federal and military agencies are purchasing supplies….GSA Global Supply FAQs.
| Attribute | GSA Global Supply | GSA Advantage! |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts government purchase card | Yes | Yes |
Which method of purchase is the most appropriate for requirements exceeding the micro purchase threshold?
Which method of purchase is the most appropriate for requirements exceeding the micro-purchase threshold? Oral solicitations (i.e., not electronic, paper or fax) are the preferred method, to the maximum extent practicable, to expedite requirements not expected to exceed $25,000.
Which method of soliciting quotes should the contracting officer use to the maximum?
Oral solicitations
Oral solicitations (i.e., not electronic, paper or fax) are the preferred method, to the maximum extent practicable, to expedite requirements not expected to exceed $25,000. Oral solicitations between $10,000 and $25,000 are not subject to the requirements for public posting.
Why are oral solicitations not normally used for requirements exceeding $25 000?
Why are oral solicitations not normally used for requirements exceeding $25,000? A GPE notice is required for requirements exceeding $25,000, unless exempt. By soliciting two sources under SAP, you have satisfied the requirement to obtain competition to the maximum extent practicable.
Why is inspection and acceptance important to the Government?
Inspection determines the acceptability (or nonacceptability) of the services or supplies furnished by the contractor. Thus, acceptance of an item entitles the contractor to payment and usually transfers the risk of loss of the work from the contractor to the government.
What are the only exceptions to final acceptance?
The FAR Inspection of Construction clause states that “Acceptance shall be final and conclusive except for latent defects, fraud, gross mistakes amounting to fraud, or the government’s right under any warranty or guarantee.”
Is GSA part of DOD?
The program is owned and managed by the Department of Defense (DOD), and equipment is made available by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and GSA, as is also done under the 1033 program.
What is a CAGE code for GSA?
CAGE CODE: 2B510 27.
Which types of acquisitions are reserved exclusively for small business?
Acquisitions for supplies and services exceeding $10,000, but not exceeding $250,000, are automatically reserved exclusively for small business concerns unless the contracting officer: Determines that they will be unable to obtain two or more offer from small businesses that are competitive in terms of market…
Why are oral solicitations not normally used for requirements exceeding 25000?
When do agencies need to use Simplified Acquisition Procedures?
(a) Agencies shall use simplified acquisition procedures to the maximum extent practicable for all purchases of supplies or services not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold (including purchases at or below the micro-purchase threshold). This policy does not apply if an agency can meet its requirement using-
What is the public announcement requirement for micro-purchases?
What is the public announcement requirement for micro-purchases No formal announcement is required The use of required sources of supplies or services takes precedence over the use of simplified acquisition procedures
What are the required sources of supplies and services?
8.405 Ordering procedures for Federal Supply Schedules. 8.405-1 Ordering procedures for supplies, and services not requiring a statement of work. 8.405-2 Ordering procedures for services requiring a statement of work. 8.405-3 Blanket purchase agreements (BPAs). 8.405-4 Price reductions.
What is the simplified acquisition threshold for other than commercial items?
(1) The simplified acquisition threshold for other than commercial items, use any appropriate combination of the procedures in parts 13, 14, 15, 35, or 36, including the use of Standard Form1442, Solicitation, Offer, and Award (Construction, Alteration, or Repair), for construction contracts (see 36.701 (a)); or