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CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 4 Question 16 Discussion

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?
C) Statement of source requirements
A) Request for quotation
B) Competitive tendering
D) Direct negotiation

CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 4 Question 16 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam
Question #: 16
Topic #: 4
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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


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

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Luis
8 months ago
Request for quotation might not cover all the risks involved here.
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Ernestine
8 months ago
I’m surprised they’re not considering a statement of source requirements.
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Flo
9 months ago
Wait, why not just go for direct negotiation? Seems simpler.
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Flo
9 months ago
Totally agree, it ensures transparency and best value!
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Fidelia
9 months ago
I think competitive tendering is the way to go for this.
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Michell
9 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
9 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
9 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
9 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
9 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
9 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
10 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
10 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
1 year 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
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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Laine
1 year ago
B) Competitive tendering is a good option for ensuring fair competition among potential suppliers.
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Stefania
1 year 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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