Ice Breaker PD

Which principle in procurement aims to cover the whole life cycle of a property and ensures value for money and maximum benefits to society and the economy?

• Sustainability

• Accountability

• Efficiency

• Competitiveness

What do Bidding Documents provide to prospective bidders?

• The final award decision.

• All information necessary to prepare a bid for goods, infrastructure projects, and consulting services.

• The list of blacklisted entities.

• The catalogue of common-use supplies.

Jury Duty in the context of procurement refers to:

• Serving as a juror in a court of law

• Giving utmost priority to procurement assignments until requirements are completed by BAC, TWG, and Secretariat members

• Overseeing the legal compliance of procurement processes

• Managing the financial aspects of procurement

What is the purpose of submitting Indicative PPMPs to the relevant offices of the Procuring Entity?

• For evaluation of their merit for inclusion in the budget proposal

• For immediate approval and contract signing

• For public announcement and advertisement

• For archiving and record-keeping only

What is the basis or reference for the ABC (Approved Budget for the Contract)?

• The total project cost

• The estimated annual budget

• The cost of the previous year's contract

• The lowest bid received

When developing specifications for procurement, which of the following is NOT a basis mentioned in RA12009?

• Performance or functionality requirements

• Product or service standards specified by government entities

• Industry standards and best practices

• Supplier's brand reputation

According to Section 12.2, what must be approved before the conduct of Early Procurement Activities (EPA) can be made?

• Indicative Annual Procurement Plan (APP)

• Final Budget Allocation (FBA)

• Project Completion Report (PCR)

• Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)

Which statement best describes the limitation on the Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) for Early Procurement Activities (EPA)?

• The ABC must not exceed the amount specified in the approved Indicative APP.

• The ABC can be increased after contract award.

• The ABC is determined by the contractor.

• The ABC is not subject to any limitations.

What is the maximum amount allowed for a Cash Advance for a Petty Cash Voucher?

• Php25,000.00

• Php 15,000.00

• Php 50,000.00

• Php 35,000.00

What is the first thing to prepare for any procurement transaction under RA12009?

• PPMP

• Market Scoping

• Purchase Request

• Technical Specification