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DAU CON 3990V Contracting Certification Exam
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Memorize the titles and basic contents of the FAR parts DAU and FAI identify for CON 3990V, especially Parts 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 31, 33, 42, 43, 46, and 49.
Practice pre-award decisions
Work acquisition planning, market research, competition, socioeconomic, solicitation, evaluation, and source-selection scenarios until you can identify the contracting officer's next action.
Practice award and pricing
Review contract types, responsibility, price analysis, cost analysis, cost realism, fair and reasonable pricing, and documentation of the business decision.
Finish post-award lifecycle topics
Study quality assurance, surveillance, modifications, claims, disputes, subcontract consent, terminations, closeout, and ethics scenarios under closed-book timing.
Can You Take the CON 3990V Exam?
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- •Candidate must be coded in the Contracting functional area or otherwise meet component eligibility rules
- •Candidate must receive authorization through the agency Training Authorization System before Pearson VUE scheduling
- •CON 3910 or CON 3900V exam prep is recommended before the first attempt; CON 3900V may be required by the component after an unsuccessful attempt
CON 3990V Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
6-10 weeks typical after required coursework
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
FAI states candidates are granted up to four exam attempts. Pearson VUE/WarU logistics also describe a 90-day authorization window and 48-hour cancel/reschedule rule; component rules may impose additional retake training such as CON 3900V.
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Free CON 3990V Prep Tools
Reported exam pass rate: FAI reports about 75% first-attempt pass rate as of late FY2024; approximately 30% do not pass on first attempt in another FAI FAQ statement. Check the exam sponsor for the latest official figure.
100 CON 3990V-style questions
Practice covers FAR/DFARS awareness and lifecycle contracting competencies from planning through closeout.
Official 2026 logistics
Metadata reflects current DAU, FAI, USAASC, and Pearson VUE information available as of May 20, 2026.
Free practice
Use scenario-heavy practice questions with correct and incorrect answer explanations before scheduling the Pearson VUE exam.
What You'll Study
16 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Overview
3 sections
FAR System & Regulatory Map
3 sections
Guiding Principles: Skills, Roles & Situational Assessment
3 sections
Guiding Principles: Contract Principles
3 sections
Ethics, Teams & Communication
3 sections
Pre-Award: Plan Solicitation
3 sections
Pre-Award: Sources, Commercial & Simplified
3 sections
Pre-Award: Request Offers & Seller Awareness
3 sections
Socioeconomic Programs & Small Business
3 sections
Award Foundations: Contract Types
3 sections
Award: Price & Cost Analysis
3 sections
Award: Negotiation & Source Selection
3 sections
Award: Manage Disagreements
3 sections
Post-Award: Administer & Quality
3 sections
Post-Award: Changes, Claims & Disputes
3 sections
Terminations, Closeout & Exam Integration
3 sections
CON 3990V Exam Details
DAU CON 3990V Contracting Certification Exam
Administered by Defense Acquisition University
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Defense Acquisition University content outline
The exam assesses foundational readiness against the DoD Contracting Competency Model and related job tasks.
FAI states most questions are derived from the FAR, including Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 31, 33, 42, 44, 46, and 49.
DAU states candidates should recognize FAR and DFARS policy and guidance as they relate to contracting competencies and job tasks.
Practice should cover pre-award planning, solicitation, source selection, award, administration, quality, changes, disputes, closeout, and termination.
What's Included
16 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
Practice Quizzes
With detailed explanations
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