The purpose of this policy is to ensure:
(a) that sufficient attention is paid to fulfillment of the Departmental goal that 50% of service acquisitions shall be performance-based by FY 2005 (see Subpart 37.6);
(b) that acquisitions of services are based on clear, performance-based requirements (whether or not formally designated “performance-based”);
(c) that required outcomes are identified and measurable;
(d) that there is a consistent review and approval process for service acquisitions; and
(e) that acquisitions are properly planned and administered to achieve the intended results.
