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CIPS Exam L4M3 Topic 2 Question 54 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M3 exam
Question #: 54
Topic #: 2
[All L4M3 Questions]

Which of the following shall help the purchaser control the selection of tier 2 suppliers?

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Suggested Answer: A

When a party takes on a contractual obligation, they are legally required to perform the obligation.

That same contracting party is still entitled to subcontract out the work to another service provider, unless the contract:

- is a contract for personal services, such an employment contract

- contains an express term preventing subcontracting out the work, or an implied term

Subcontracting clauses are written to control whether the contractor is entitled to subcontract, and how purchaser shall control that subcontracting process.


- Subcontracting clauses (delegation of contractual obligations to third parties)

- CIPS study guide page 153-157

LO 3, AC 3.2

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Lorrine
8 days ago
I'm torn between the subcontracting clause and the guarantee clause. I mean, a guarantee is just a fancy way of saying 'we promise it'll work, or else!' But the subcontracting clause seems more straightforward.
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Lorrine
11 days ago
I'm not sure, but I think Warranty clause could also help in controlling the selection of tier 2 suppliers.
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Nana
14 days ago
The warranty clause is a good choice. If the tier 2 suppliers don't meet the standards, the purchaser can hold them accountable. It's like a built-in quality control system.
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Anna
17 days ago
I think the subcontracting clause is the way to go. It gives the purchaser more control over the selection of tier 2 suppliers. Plus, it's the only option that actually mentions the word 'supplier'.
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Phuong
2 days ago
I agree, the subcontracting clause is definitely the best option for controlling tier 2 suppliers.
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Dorothy
19 days ago
I agree with Eun, because subcontracting clause allows the purchaser to have control over tier 2 suppliers.
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Eun
20 days ago
I think the answer is A) Subcontracting clause.
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