37.590-2  Purpose.

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.