# 37.601 General.

1. (a) Solicitations may use either a performance work statement or a statement of objectives (see 37.602).

2. (b) Performance-based contracts for services shall include-

   1. (1) A performance work statement (PWS);

   2. (2) Measurable performance standards (i.e., in terms of quality, timeliness, quantity, etc.) and the method of assessing contractor performance against performance standards; and

   3. (3) Performance incentives where appropriate. When used, the performance incentives shall correspond to the performance standards set forth in the contract (see 16.402-2).

3. (c) See 12.102(g) for the use of part 12 procedures for performance-based acquisitions.