What services should be acquired using performance-based acquisition?
A4 Performance-based acquisition is the preferred method for acquiring services. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requires that, when acquiring services–including those acquired under supply contracts–agencies must use performance-based contracting methods to the maximum extent practicable, except for architect-engineer services, construction, utility services, or services that are incidental to supply purchases. In a September 7, 2004 memo, the Associate Administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) suggested other categories that may not be appropriate for PBA: Research and development, tuition for training, and professional medical services.
