Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 808

A project manager has been hired to lead a governance consulting project that is in the initial phase. The project manager has been assigned to evaluate the supplier search activity. There are many interested candidates, including former suppliers and suppliers recommended by the sponsor.

What should the project manager do in this situation?

Answer options

• A. Evaluate suppliers who have worked successfully with the company before
• B. Request the contracting area take charge of the supplier evaluation process
• C. Prioritize evaluation of the suppliers recommended by the sponsor
• D. Evaluate the suppliers based on their experience and skills in similar projects

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because evaluating suppliers based on their experience and skills ensures that the project manager selects the most qualified candidates for the project. Options A and C focus on past relationships or recommendations, which may not necessarily align with the project's specific needs. Option B is not ideal as the project manager should directly manage the evaluation process.