Why is it more difficult for buyers in the public sector to build relationships with suppliers?

• A.Buyer power is weak in the public sector
• B.Buyer power is strong in the public sector
• C.There are regulations prohibiting public sector buyers from developing relationships
• D.There are regulations that state competitive tender processes must be undertaken regularly

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Which of the following are NOT one of the four key principles of procurement in the EU?

• A.Transparency
• B.Value for Money
• C.Non-Discrimination
• D.Proportionality

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A buyer is intending to purchase a new product for their business; however, the market has a large number of suppliers. What would be the most beneficial way for them to initially narrow down the supply options?

• A.Look at lowest-cost suppliers only
• B.Predefine minimum standards suppliers must meet
• C.Go only to companies they have bought other products from
• D.Preselect companies who have the largest market share

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A large construction group has a critical contract with a brick supplier. This represents high-value spend and the contract has a five-year duration. What type of commercial relationship would be the most appropriate?

• A.Partnership
• B.Transactional
• C.Closer Tactical
• D.Outsourcing

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What is the correct order of the stages of team development?

• A.Forming, storming, norming, performing
• B.Forming, norming, performing, storming
• C.Storming, forming, performing, norming
• D.Storming, forming, norming, performing

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