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Curious about the type of questions we get? Below is a list of the five latest answers to questions submitted to our experts…

Wednesday, 2/13/2013 Use of RDTE Funding after DD250	Answered by: DAU
Wednesday, 2/13/2013 CAN YOU REALIGN FUNDS ON AN IDIQ FROM TIME AND LABOR TO MATERIALS	Answered by: DAU
Tuesday, 2/12/2013 GSA Buys - Use of 4-digit Order Code or 13-digit PIIN using F Instrument Type	Answered by: DAU
Tuesday, 2/12/2013 Repair of Government Furnished Equipment	Answered by: DAU
Tuesday, 2/12/2013 Option to Extend Services under a GSA Task Order	Answered by: DAU

These may not the most “Frequently Asked Questions” about defense acquisition, but they are the five most frequently viewed questions and answers.

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12313 page views When do I use an RFQ versus an RFP?	Answered by: DAU
10852 page views Define the term Program of Record and where the definition can be found	Answered by: DAU

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Rated 2.2 out of 3 (103 reviews ) Army UIC Listing	Answered by: DAU
Rated 2.3 out of 3 (37 reviews ) When do I use an RFQ versus an RFP?	Answered by: DAU
Rated 2.8 out of 3 (36 reviews ) Define the term Program of Record and where the definition can be found	Answered by: DAU
Rated 1.3 out of 3 (28 reviews ) Difference between Small Business Set-Aside, Total/100% Small Business Set-Aside	Answered by: DAU
Rated 2.8 out of 3 (27 reviews ) What is the difference between a SOW and a PWS?	Answered by: DAU

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