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CIPS Exam L4M6 Topic 4 Question 16 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam
Question #: 16
Topic #: 4
[All L4M6 Questions]

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?

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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


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Bo
1 months 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
9 days 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
20 days ago
B: I agree, it would ensure transparency and fair pricing for the council.
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Lonna
22 days ago
A: I think competitive bidding would be the best approach for this high-spend contract.
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Dallas
2 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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Louisa
3 days 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
7 days ago
B) Competitive tendering is a good option for ensuring fair competition among potential suppliers.
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Stefania
12 days ago
A) Request for quotation would be the most appropriate in this case.
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Tori
2 months ago
I think direct negotiation could work too, as it allows for more flexibility in negotiations.
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Wayne
2 months 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 months ago
B) Competitive tendering
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Annice
1 months ago
D) Direct negotiation
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Denny
1 months ago
A) Request for quotation
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Refugia
2 months ago
C) Statement of source requirements
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Anglea
2 months ago
B) Competitive tendering
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Trina
2 months ago
A) Request for quotation
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Hannah
2 months 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
2 months ago
I agree with Benton. It allows for fair competition and transparency.
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Benton
2 months ago
I think competitive tendering would be the best approach.
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