Performance Work Statement

/ˈpɜːrfərməns wɜːrk ˈsteɪtmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A detailed and precise description of the work requirements and standards for a government contract.
    The contractor reviewed the performance work statement to understand the project deliverables and criteria.

Forms

  • performance work statement
  • performance work statements

Commentary

The Performance Work Statement (PWS) is crucial in federal contracting for setting measurable performance objectives instead of prescribing methods, allowing for flexibility in contractor approaches.

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