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CIPS L4M3 certification is particularly relevant for professionals who are involved in negotiating and managing contracts with suppliers, contractors, and other external parties. It provides them with the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage risks, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards. CIPS Commercial Contracting certification is also valuable for professionals who are looking to advance their careers in procurement and supply chain management.
NEW QUESTION # 91
Which of the following should include in the service level agreement that is an appendix of a contract?
1. How often the service is measured
2. Minimum qualification of supplier staffs
3. Remedies to resolve dispute
4. On time service delivery
- A. 1, 3 and 4 only
- B. 1, 2 and 4 only
- C. 1, 2 and 3 only
- D. 2, 3 and 4 only
Answer: B
Explanation:
When the SLA is a schedule or an appendix to the contract, it should clearly state the following:
1. KPIs: how they are to be measured, who measures them and how often
2. How the measurements convert into scores
3. Any other service level standards, which may be of lesser importance than the KPIs
4. Minimum acceptable standards or scores in each case
5. Range of scores both above and below the minimum acceptable
6. Any mitigating factors which might apply in the event of poor performance
7. Any time period permitted in which to remedy a situation or poor performance.
In this question, "2. Minimum qualification of supplier staffs" and "4. On time service delivery" are the KPIs, while "1. How often the service is measured" is the frequency in which the KPIs are measured.
The remedies available in the event of poor performance should be set out in the body of the contract, along with those for any other contractual breach. These clauses should be cross-referenced in the SLA.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 110-116
LO 2, AC 2.2
NEW QUESTION # 92
Danielle buys a car from Aaron. Not long after, she receives an proposal from Brian, who is interested in buying the car but his budget is very constraint. Then, Brian decides to sign a hire purchase agreement with Danielle which lasts 4 years. Brian lives very far from Danielle, so he hires Charlie to deliver the car to his place. During the transport, Charlie has an accident and the car is written off. At the time of accident, who has the title of the car?
- A. Charlie
- B. Aaron
- C. Brian
- D. Danielle
Answer: D
Explanation:
Hire purchase is an arrangement for buying expensive consumer goods, where the buyer makes an initial down payment and pays the balance plus interest in installments. The ownership of the merchandise is not officially transferred to the buyer until all the payments have been made.
Danielle has purchased the car from Aaron, which means its title has been transferred to her. The accident happens before the last instalment is paid. Therefore, the ownership of the car still belongs to Danielle Reference:
LO 1, AC 1.3
NEW QUESTION # 93
Under a framework agreement, which of the following are supplier selection mechanisms? Select TWO that apply:
- A. Contract for lease
- B. Rescission of contract
- C. Call off contract
- D. Direct call-off
- E. Mini competition
Answer: D,E
Explanation:
A framework agreement is an agreement with one or more suppliers/providers which sets out terms and conditions under which individual contracts (call-offs) can be made throughout the term of the agreement.
A framework agreement itself is not a contract, but the call-offs made from it are.
Framework arrangements create a streamlined and flexible process for procuring goods, works or services Where a framework for the same goods, works or services is awarded to several suppliers, there are three possible options for awarding call-off contracts: direct award (or direct call-off), mini-competition or a combination of both.
Option 1 - Apply the terms of the framework agreement (direct award).
Where your requirements match the terms and/or specification of the framework agreement (in the event of any query, you should clarify the situation with the organisation that established the framework), a particular call-off should be awarded without re-opening competition. The call-off should be awarded to the provider who is identified as the most economically advantageous tender based on the award criteria used at the time that the framework was established (i.e. the supplier ranked no. 1). Randomly selecting a supplier off a framework is not permitted.
Option 2 - Hold a mini-competition between capable suppliers.
If your requirements do not match the terms and/or the specification of the framework, you should conduct a mini-competition exercise. Whilst it is not permitted to substantially change the basic terms or specification of the framework, in running a mini-competition it is possible to supplement or refine the basic terms of the framework prior to making a call-off. Examples of such terms are:
- The particular goods/services/works required;
- Particular delivery timescales;
- Particular invoicing arrangements and payment profiles;
- Associated services such as installation, maintenance and training;
- Quantity;
- Functional specification.
Under no circumstances should brand names or brand-specific descriptions of goods be used e.g. BIC Biro Pen, Hewlett-Packard Printer, Dell computer. Descriptions should give reference to the characteristics and outputs of the product or service. Where no other description is possible, any reference should be qualified by adding the words 'or equivalent'.
When a mini-competition exercise is held, all suppliers appointed to the framework that are capable of meeting the requirement must be invited to submit a tender. (This might just relate to suppliers within a particular 'lot'). You must not limit the mini-competition exercise to selected providers. A time limit for submitting the tender must be set and advised to competing suppliers. This time limit must be reasonable, taking account of the complexity of the requirement.
The call-off must be awarded on the basis of the framework award criteria and new criteria cannot be added, although, where permitted, the weightings may be varied to take account of a particular requirement. However, in adjusting the weightings, care must be taken to ensure that any such changes do not have an adverse effect on competition.
Option 3 - Combination of direct award and mini-competition
To use a combination approach, the procurement documents must state that this route may be used. The procurement documents will also specify which terms may be subject to the re-opening of competition.
Reference:
- Guidance on the Use of Framework Agreements
- CIPS study guide page 60-62
LO 1, AC 1.3
NEW QUESTION # 94
Esther Francis has recently changed job from a supply role at Shine Cleaning Services (SCS) to a purchasing role at Southern Commercial Property (SCP).
Esther requires industry technical input to develop a cleaning services requirements specification for her new employer. Esther Francis wants to include her former employer SCS, in a market engagement exercise to inform the specification. Which of the following would be the most appropriate way to deal with the conflict of interest?
- A. Conduct the market engagement with SCS off the record
- B. Conduct market engagement with several capable suppliers, including SCS
- C. Ask a colleague to conduct the market engagement with SCS
- D. Declare the potential conflict of interest to a senior manager of SCS
Answer: B
Explanation:
The best practice for managing a potential conflict of interest is:
* To ensure transparency,
* To treat all capable suppliers fairly,
* To avoid preferential treatment.
Therefore, Esther should include SCS among several capable suppliers in a structured market engagement process (D). This avoids favouritism, provides a broad market view, and maintains ethical standards.
Options like "off the record" or only declaring to SCS miss the key requirement: fair and open treatment of multiple suppliers.
Reference: CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting - Ethics, conflicts of interest and fair treatment of suppliers.
NEW QUESTION # 95
Which of the following is the model form of contract for construction which is recommended by World Bank?
- A. CIPS
- B. ITC
- C. FIDIC
- D. JCT
Answer: C
Explanation:
FIDIC is the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (or Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs Conseils in French). FIDIC has produced many publications, including the model form contracts, best practice guidances, research on sustainability, integrity and risk management. FIDIC model form contracts have been developed by this organisation since 1999, now they consist of several different books which are marked by colours. Thus, FIDIC model contracts also have the nickname "Rainbow suite of contracts". Basically, the
"Rainbow Suite" include the following books:
* Yellow book: Plant and Design-Build Contract (2 editions: 1999 and 2017)
* Silver book: EPC/Turnkey Contract (2 editions: 1999 and 2017)
* Red book: Construction Contracts (2 editions: 1999 and 2017)
* Emerald book: Conditions of Contract for Underground Works (1st Ed 2019)
* Blue-Green book: Dredgers Contract (2 editions: 2006 and 2016)
* Gold book: Design, Build and Operate Contract Guide
* Pink book: Construction Contract Multilateral Development Bank Harmonised Ed (2 editions: 2005 and
2010)
This type of model contract is commonly used around the world because its author, International Federation of Consulting Engineers, collaborates closely with development banks such as World Bank, Africa Development Bank, Asia Development Bank, etc. Every construction project that is financed by these institutions must adopt the FIDIC contracts.
The Joint Contracts Tribunal, also known as the JCT, produces standard forms of contract for construction, guidance notes and other standard documentation for use in the constructionindustry in the United Kingdom.
From its establishment in 1931, JCT has expanded the number of contributing organisations.
ITC (International Trade Centre) produces contracts specifically designed for small companies doing international business, covering the sale of goods, distribution, services and joint ventures. Many small companies are now engaged in international trade, but don't have access to the necessary contract forms to protect themselves. ITC and leading legal experts developed eight generic contract templates that incorporate internationally recognized standards and laws for most small business situations.
CIPS has several model forms of contract designed specifically for IT buying and servicing.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 142
LO 3, AC 3.1
NEW QUESTION # 96
Bethy sees a coat on shop window with a $100 price tag. She comes and asks the shop owner to buy it. The owner states that the price has not been updated and the current price for the coat is $120. Bethy says the owner should honour the quoted price on window shop. Is Bethy correct?
- A. Yes, the owner has made an offer by showing his product on the shop window and he must honour that offer
- B. No, the display on shop window is just an invitation to treat and the owner may change the price at his will
- C. Yes, $120 for a coat is extremely unreasonable and the owner's later offer therefore void
- D. No, the owner is revoking his initial offer to sell at $100 and he is proposing new offer to Bethy
Answer: B
Explanation:
Based on two famous precedents, Fisher v. Bell (1961) and Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain v. Boots Cash Chemists (1953), the display on shop window is considered as an invitation to treat. The shop owner can change the price when his customer asks to buy.
Reference:
LO 1, AC 1.2
NEW QUESTION # 97
A procurement manager is preparing a long-term contract with a major supplier. She decides to use the variable pricing arrangement using price indices. The payment terms describe the circumstances and mechanism where the price is allowed to change. In order to successfully manage this type of contract, the buying organisation should have...?
- A. Selection of base year
- B. Value for money
- C. Economy of scale
- D. Good market knowledge
Answer: D
Explanation:
There are several approaches to price adjustment for long-term contract. Describing circumstances and mechanism is one of them. Although this approach has some limitations, it is the best option. It relies on good market knowledge but provides the most equitable approach to satisfying the needs of the purchaser and the supplier.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 184
LO 3, AC 3.3
NEW QUESTION # 98
Maximum Score: 1
Where a supplier is incentivised to deliver improvements that create added value for the buyer, this is described as what type of outcome?
- A. Lose-win
- B. Win-lose
- C. Win-win
- D. Lose-lose
Answer: C
Explanation:
Incentive mechanisms that reward suppliers for delivering improvements (such as cost reductions, quality enhancements, or innovation) create mutual benefit:
* The buyer gets better value or reduced costs.
* The supplier receives rewards such as bonuses, gain-share, or stronger relationships.
This is the definition of a win-win outcome (D).
Reference: CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting - Incentive contracts and win-win supplier relationships.
NEW QUESTION # 99
Standard terms and conditions should become the governing terms for which group of items?
- A. Routine items
- B. Strategic items
- C. Bottleneck items
- D. Leverage items
Answer: A
Explanation:
Standard terms and conditions are set of terms that is prepared by an organisation. These terms can become the governing terms in low-value, low-risk transactions (or Routine items accordingto Kraljic's portfolio model). They can be a reference when negotiating for more important contract.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 132-139
LO 3, AC 3.1
NEW QUESTION # 100
Which of the following would be steps in the preparation of an invitation to tender? Select TWO that apply.
- A. Publishing your company's financial reports
- B. Learning International Standards
- C. Advertising the requirement
- D. Re-writing a model form contract
- E. Creating a detailed specification
Answer: C,D,E
Explanation:
Creating a detailed specification and publicly advertising the requirement are key preparatory steps in issuing an ITT (Invitation to Tender). These ensure that suppliers understand the requirement and have the opportunity to respond, promoting transparency and competition.
Reference:CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting Study Guide, Chapter 2, Section 2.2.1 - ITT preparation and issuing.
NEW QUESTION # 101
Maximum Score: 1
Where a supplier is incentivised to deliver improvements that create added value for the buyer, this is described as what type of outcome?
- A. Lose-win
- B. Win-lose
- C. Win-win
- D. Lose-lose
Answer: C
Explanation:
Incentive mechanisms that reward suppliers for delivering improvements (such as cost reductions, quality enhancements, or innovation) create mutual benefit:
* The buyer gets better value or reduced costs.
* The supplier receives rewards such as bonuses, gain-share, or stronger relationships.
This is the definition of a win-win outcome (D).
Reference: CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting - Incentive contracts and win-win supplier relationships.
NEW QUESTION # 102
Under hire purchase agreement, when will the ownership of asset legally belong to the purchaser?
- A. When the agreement is signed
- B. When the final instalment is paid
- C. When the down payment is made
- D. When the purchaser takes possession of the asset
Answer: B
Explanation:
Hire purchase is an arrangement for buying expensive consumer goods, where the buyer makes an initial down payment and pays the balance plus interest in installments. Ownership is not transferred until the end of the agreement, hire purchase plans offer more protection to the vendor than other sales or leasing methods for unsecured items. That's because the items can be repossessed more easily should the buyer be unable to keep up with the repayments.
The answer is 'When the final instalment is paid'.
Reference:
- Hire Purchase Agreements
- CIPS study guide page 70
LO 1, AC 1.3
NEW QUESTION # 103
Which of the following standards gives guidance on the layout and preparation of specifications?
- A. BS 5975:2019
- B. BS EN 60601-1-11:2015
- C. BS 5864:2019
- D. BS 7373-1:2001
Answer: D
Explanation:
BS 7373-1:2001 Product specifications. Guide to preparation gives guidance on layout, preparation and management. The subject has been treated in a generic way and guidance can be used in the preparation of all types.
BS 5864:2019 is the standard for installation and maintenance of gas-fired ducted air heaters of rated heat input not exceeding 70 kW net (2nd and 3rd family gases). Specification BS 5975:2019 is the standard for code of practice for temporary works procedures and the permissible stress design of falsework.
BS EN 60601-1-11:2015 is the standard for medical electrical equipment. General requirements for basic safety and essential performance. Collateral Standard: Requirements for medical electrical equipment and medical electrical systems used in the home healthcare environment.
Reference:
- BSI website
- CIPS study guide page 90-92
LO 2, AC 2.1
NEW QUESTION # 104
If a false statement of material fact is made by one of the contracting parties, the misled party will have remedies for:
- A. Indemnity
- B. Misrepresentation
- C. Damages
- D. Recission
Answer: B
Explanation:
A false statement that induces a party to enter a contract constitutes misrepresentation. This provides the misled party with remedies that may include rescission (cancellation of the contract) and, depending on the type of misrepresentation (fraudulent, negligent), possibly damages as well.
Reference:CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting Study Guide, Chapter 1, Section 1.3.1 - Misrepresentation and legal remedies.
NEW QUESTION # 105
Maximum Score 1
Procurement professionals must have an awareness of labour standards and environmental, social and governance issues when contracting with suppliers. Which TWO of the following are relevant for consideration?
- A. Indemnity
- B. ISO 9000 accreditation
- C. Sustainability
- D. Modern Slavery
- E. Warranty
Answer: C,D
Explanation:
Modern Slavery (C) and Sustainability (D) are core social and environmental issues under ESG and ethical procurement policies.
Indemnity and warranty are legal clauses, not social or environmental considerations.
Reference: CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting - "Ethical and responsible contracting (CSR, ESG, Modern Slavery)."
NEW QUESTION # 106
What are five essential elements of a legally binding contract?
- A. Offer, acceptance, mediation, capacity, contract
- B. Offer, acceptance, consideration, capacity, correct form
- C. Offer, agreement, consensus, capacity, correct form
- D. Offer, acceptance, compensation, ability, correct form
Answer: B
Explanation:
The five essential elements of a valid contract are: offer, acceptance, consideration (something of value exchanged), capacity (legal ability to contract), and correct form (in writing if required). These ensure that contracts are legally enforceable and binding.
Reference:CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting Study Guide, Chapter 1, Section 1.1.1 - Essential elements of a valid contract.
NEW QUESTION # 107
In a contract, express terms and implied terms may contradict on the same issues. Under which of the following circumstances, implied terms will override express terms?
- A. Implied terms are created by trade customs
- B. Implied terms are created by law which prevents them to be overridden
- C. No circumstances. Express terms always take precedence over implied terms
- D. Contracting parties are silent on a matter that was not included in express terms
Answer: B
Explanation:
Express terms are the terms of the agreement which are expressly agreed between the parties. Ideally, they will be written down in a contract between the parties but where the contract is agreed verbally, they will be the terms discussed and agreed between the parties.
Implied terms are terms implied into the contract by the courts. They are not expressly set out in the contract but are taken to be as effective as if they were and as if they had been included from day one of the contract. The express terms and any implied terms together create the legally binding obligations on the parties.
Express terms are explicit and will normally override implied terms unless the implied term is created by statute and the law states that it cannot be overridden.
Reference:
- Contracts: Express and Implied Terms
- CIPS study guide page 126-132
LO 3, AC 3.1
NEW QUESTION # 108
Which of the following is most likely to reduce ITT preparation time while maintaining the clarity of tendering documents?
- A. Standardising documentation whenever possible
- B. Eliminating pre-qualification stage from all tendering processes
- C. Monitoring usage
- D. Using request for quotation
Answer: A
Explanation:
One of the major disadvantages of tendering process is that it is lengthy, bureaucratic and slow. To reduce the preparation time, buying organisation can:
- Plan forward
- Standardise tendering documents (such as notices, terms and conditions,...) whenever possible
- Train procurement staff
- Write down policies for tender-waiver
Buying organisation should not eliminate the pre-qualification stage from all tendering processes. This stage is used as a filter to select the most competent suppliers for next stage in restricted tendering. To save time in this process, you can design a model questionnaire.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 5
LO 1, AC 1.1
NEW QUESTION # 109
Which of the following contracts would be best suited to a 'variable pricing' arrangement?
- A. A contract for the supply of lubricating oil for immediate delivery
- B. A contract for window cleaning during the next three months
- C. A contract for road building estimated to take five years to complete
- D. A contract for the supply of 100 printing machines to be delivered next month
Answer: C
Explanation:
Variable pricing is suitable to situations when the cost of certain elements of the product fluctuate unpredictably. For road building, asphalt fluctuates regularly. Furthermore, 5 years are long period, then variable pricing is the most appropriate method to achieve value for money and control budget.
A contract for window cleaning during the next three months is a short-term service contract, fixed price is the most suitable method.
A contract for the supply of lubricating oil for immediate delivery is an one-off contract, only fixed price is applicable.
A contract for the supply of 100 printing machines to be delivered next month is also an one-off contract.
Reference:
LO 3, AC 3.3
NEW QUESTION # 110
Which of the following is an invitation to treat?
- A. Tender bid
- B. Price list
- C. Purchase order
- D. Invoice
Answer: B
Explanation:
An invitation to treat is an action inviting other parties to make an offer to form a contract. These actions may sometimes appear to be offers themselves, and the difference can sometimes be difficult to determine. The distinction is important because accepting an offer creates a binding contract while "accepting" an invitation to treat is actually making an offer.
One simple test to distinguish an offer and an invitation to treat is to ask what this statement will become when it is accepted. Now we apply this test to four options:
- Tender bid: Tender bid is submitted by a supplier to an invitation to tender from the buyer. It states the specific quantity, price and other elements. If buyer accepts the bid, there will be a contractbetween them.
Therefore, a tender bid is an offer.
- Purchase order: Purchase order which is sent by a buyer will state the items, the quantity, the price and terms and conditions. If supplier accepts the purchase order, there will also be a contract between two parties. It is also an offer.
- Price list: Price list is prepared by a supplier. The price list often states the items and unit price. If a buyer accepts it, the contract has not yet been formed since the contract scope has not yet been decided. It is an invitation to treat.
- Invoice: Invoice is often sent after a contract is formed. It is in fact a request for payment, neither offer nor invitation to treat.
Reference:
- CIPS study guide page 29-32
- What Is an Invitation to Treat?
LO 1, AC 1.1
NEW QUESTION # 111
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are used to measure supplier performance. Which of the following are KPIs that may be used? Select THREE that apply.
- A. Contract standardisation
- B. Employee attendance
- C. Cost management
- D. Style of negotiation
- E. Timeliness of delivery
- F. Quality conformance
Answer: C,E,F
Explanation:
KPIs should measure critical areas of supplier performance. Cost management, quality conformance, and timely delivery are all essential, quantifiable metrics used to track efficiency and contract compliance.
Employee attendance and negotiation style are not standard KPIs.
Reference:CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting Study Guide, Chapter 4, Section 4.3.1 - Selecting and applying KPIs in performance management.
NEW QUESTION # 112
Which of the following are key features of standard terms and conditions? Select TWO that apply
- A. Standard terms always comply with implied terms
- B. Non-negotiable
- C. Non-disclosure
- D. Specific to each purchase order
- E. Designed to be used in repetitive transactions
Answer: B,E
Explanation:
The key features, advantages and disadvantages of standard terms are summarised below:
- Form: Concise, generic and designed to be attached to purchase or sales orders
- Non-negotiable
- Ineffective terms: may be replaced by implied terms or national legal code rules, or subject to court 'balance of interest' judgement.
- Advantages: Basic contractual protection for most common circumstances; Avoid having to create new contract for repeat business.
- User friendly
- Usage: Low value, low risk, repetitive transactions
- Coverage: Definitions, relationship to other contracts, formation of the contract, order of precedence, price, invoicing and payment, specification, legal compliance, warrantee and liability, ownership and risk, intellectual property, data management and ethics.
- Disadvantages: Does not allow for specific circumstances; Risk for creating battle of the forms; Can create contractual uncertainty if used with purchase orders under call-off contracts.
Reference: CIPS study guide page 139
LO 3, AC 3.1
NEW QUESTION # 113
A service contract is going to be expired, which data source is good to create specifications for ITT?
1. Incumbent supplier
2. Maintenance services
3. Alternative supplier
4. User's knowledge
- A. 2, 3 and 4
- B. 1, 2 and 3
- C. 1, 2 and 4
- D. 1, 3 and 4
Answer: D
Explanation:
There are a number of shortcuts that can be taken when drafting the specification. These include the following:
- The use of brand names
- The use of recognised standards
- The use of samples
- Information and knowledge from users/other buyers: Drafting a specification should naturally include those already used within the organisation itself, but also variants used by other companies in the same sector and other companies in different sectors
- Information from suppliers: suppliers will always be willing to assist in specification development, as this this one way in which they can seek to influence the design to favour their own products.
Reference:
LO 2, AC 2.1
NEW QUESTION # 114
An organization has a normal tender process that often last 1 month from defining the needs to contract award. Manufacturing department suddenly required a new special part that they could not foresee within a month. Which of the following should be the priority actions of procurement manager in this urgent situation? Select TWO that apply:
- A. Develop relationships with potential suppliers
- B. Submit full business justification
- C. Design new specification
- D. Get high-level authority approval
- E. Review contract performance
Answer: B
Explanation:
This urgent needs occasionally occur due to a sudden change in circumstances. The process for selecting a replacement supplier must still be controlled. If there is a reason for normal processes to be waived, this must be fully documented and approved at a high level.
Reference:
LO 1, AC 1.1
NEW QUESTION # 115
Maximum Score 1
Denny is putting together the final version of a contract to send out to a supplier. He places certain documentation into additional contract schedules at the end of the main contract.
Which of the following would be suitable inclusions to the additional schedules? Select TWO that apply.
- A. A blank RFQ form
- B. Non-disclosure agreement
- C. Health and safety commitments
- D. Financial statements
- E. Suppliers references
Answer: B,C
Explanation:
Contract schedules (or appendices) are part of the legally binding agreement and usually contain supporting or detailed information that complements the main clauses - for example, policies, commitments, and technical details.
* Health and safety commitments (B): These are operational requirements that demonstrate compliance with legislation and are typically annexed as schedules.
* Non-disclosure agreement (D): Confidentiality obligations or NDAs are often attached as schedules or referenced documents.
Financial statements, supplier references, and blank RFQ forms are pre-contract due diligence or sourcing documents and do not form part of the contract schedules.
Reference: CIPS L4M3 Commercial Contracting - "Structure and content of contracts: Schedules and supporting documents."
NEW QUESTION # 116
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