j.  What is the PAR general format and content?

(1)  The following template shows the recommended format and content of the PAR along with a Table of Contents. In Part 3 "Evaluation Results", this format addresses the evaluation of each offeror's complete proposal before going on to the next offeror.

(2)  Another option is to address the evaluation results by Factor [i.e., Mission Capability (Technical Rating and Risk Rating) for all offerors, Cost/Price Risk (if used) for all offerors, Performance Confidence Assessment for all offerors, and Cost/Price for all offerors].  Appendix A to this guide is an outline of a PAR in that format, by Factor.

(3)  Use the format that your SSA prefers. To help determine which format better suits your needs, compare the Table of Contents of the Template to Appendix A.

(4)  The blue text provides the additional information required for a combined PAR/PCM (or PAR/PNM).