Task 5 Identify Sustainable Procurement Practices for a Given Scenario CSPP Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   Which contract type is most likely to encourage a supplier to exceed sustainability performance targets?

   • AFixed-price contract
   • BTime and materials contract
   • CIncentive-based contract
   • DCost-reimbursable contract
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2. 22application · medium

   A company is sourcing electronics components from a supplier in a developing country. The supplier offers low prices but has been linked to environmental pollution and poor working conditions. The company wants to maintain its sustainability reputation. What should the company do?

   • AIgnore the issues because they are in a developing country and not subject to local regulations.
   • BAsk the supplier to sign a code of conduct but continue with the same practices.
   • CSwitch to a more expensive supplier with a strong sustainability record, even if it increases costs.
   • DContinue with the supplier because the low cost is essential for the company's profitability.
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4. 23application · medium

   A construction firm is sourcing concrete for a new project. The supplier with the lowest bid uses a quarry that has been cited for water pollution and employs workers under conditions that violate local labor laws. The firm's sustainability policy requires minimizing environmental harm and respecting human rights. What should the firm do?

   • AChoose the lowest bidder but add a clause requiring the supplier to improve its environmental and labor practices during the contract.
   • BSelect a slightly more expensive supplier that meets environmental and labor standards, and document the decision as a sustainability investment.
   • CSelect the lowest bidder to stay within budget, and address the issues during contract management.
   • DReject both suppliers and delay the project until a new supplier can be found, regardless of cost or schedule impact.
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5. 24expert · hard

   A company is procuring a long-term maintenance contract for its facilities. The company wants to ensure that the supplier uses environmentally friendly cleaning products and minimizes waste. The scope is well-defined, but the company wants to encourage the supplier to find innovative ways to reduce environmental impact over time. Which contract approach is most appropriate?

   • AFixed-price contract without any performance incentives.
   • BCost-reimbursable contract to allow flexibility for innovative approaches.
   • CFixed-price contract with a sustainability performance clause that includes incentives for exceeding targets.
   • DTime and materials contract to easily adjust the scope as needed.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a step in the sustainable procurement process that occurs after supplier selection?

   • AContract management and monitoring
   • BSolicitation of bids
   • CDevelopment of sustainability criteria
   • DNeeds assessment
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