CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 4 Question 16 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam

Question #: 16
Topic #: 4

A local council requires facilities management services for ten schools based in their region. This service is a high-spend, high-risk, critical contract. Which sourcing approach would be the most appropriate?

ARequest for quotation

BCompetitive tendering

CStatement of source requirements

DDirect negotiation

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Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is 'Sudden changes in the marketplace' -- this is a reason a buyer would be reactive. Reactive is when something happens to you and it forces you to act in a certain way. The other options would be strategic rather than reactive. P. 163

by Maurine at Jan 07, 2023, 03:57 AM

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Luis

7 months ago

Request for quotation might not cover all the risks involved here.

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Ernestine

7 months ago

I’m surprised they’re not considering a statement of source requirements.

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Flo

7 months ago

Wait, why not just go for direct negotiation? Seems simpler.

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Flo

7 months ago

Totally agree, it ensures transparency and best value!

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Fidelia

7 months ago

I think competitive tendering is the way to go for this.

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Michell

8 months ago

I feel like a statement of source requirements could be useful, but it might not be detailed enough for a critical contract like this one.

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Virgie

8 months ago

I practiced a similar question where competitive tendering was recommended for high-spend services, so I’m leaning towards that option again.

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Ammie

8 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about direct negotiation being useful for simpler contracts. This one seems too complex for that approach.

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Quentin

8 months ago

I think competitive tendering might be the best choice here since it allows for multiple bids and can help ensure we get the best value for such a high-risk contract.

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Mireya

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know Sentinel has some mapping and geolocation features, but I can't quite remember where to find the specific information needed here. I'll have to think it through carefully.

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Hildred

8 months ago

I'm a bit lost on this one. I'll need to review my notes to see if I can remember the key points about schema centralization.

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Maryanne

8 months ago

I remember we practiced DDoS scenarios in our labs, and it definitely sounds like what they're describing. That feels right to me!

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Ronnie

8 months ago

Okay, let's think this through step-by-step. We need to determine which of Cott's business segments are reportable based on the given criteria.

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Bo

1 year ago

D) Direct negotiation? Really? That's like trying to haggle with the school principal for a better cafeteria deal. Not the way to go here.

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Luis

12 months ago

A: Direct negotiation might not be the best option in this case, it could lead to conflicts and misunderstandings.

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Aide

1 year ago

B: I agree, it would ensure transparency and fair pricing for the council.

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Lonna

1 year ago

A: I think competitive bidding would be the best approach for this high-spend contract.

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Dallas

1 year ago

C) Statement of source requirements could be a good option too. Clearly defining the requirements upfront is crucial for a contract of this scale.

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Louisa

11 months ago

C) Statement of source requirements could be a good option too. Clearly defining the requirements upfront is crucial for a contract of this scale.

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Laine

12 months ago

B) Competitive tendering is a good option for ensuring fair competition among potential suppliers.

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Stefania

12 months ago

A) Request for quotation would be the most appropriate in this case.

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Tori

1 year ago

I think direct negotiation could work too, as it allows for more flexibility in negotiations.

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Wayne

1 year ago

I agree, B) Competitive tendering is the way to go. Gotta keep those facilities managers on their toes!

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Micheal

1 year ago

B) Competitive tendering

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Annice

1 year ago

D) Direct negotiation

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Denny

1 year ago

A) Request for quotation

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Refugia

1 year ago

C) Statement of source requirements

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Anglea

1 year ago

B) Competitive tendering

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Trina

1 year ago

A) Request for quotation

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Hannah

1 year ago

B) Competitive tendering seems like the most robust approach for a high-spend, high-risk contract. It ensures fair competition and transparency.

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Malinda

1 year ago

I agree with Benton. It allows for fair competition and transparency.

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Benton

1 year ago

I think competitive tendering would be the best approach.

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