MIL-HDBK-245 Preparation Of Statement Of Work SowThis handbook applies to the preparation of Statements of Work SOWs for projects and programs that have deliverables and /or services performed. It is written to implement the acquisition policies established in DODD 5000.1. It covers the preparation of SOWs which correlate to the acquisition such as DoDI 5000.2. This handbook is for SOWs in DoD solicitations and contracts and covers work requirements , in conjunction with applicable performance/design requirements contained in specifications, but also data deliverables contained in Contract Data Requirements Lists CDRLs. The Federal Acquisition Regulations FAR and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplements DFARS discuss the essentiality of the SOW for sound contracting. Ab offeror submits a proposal based on his perception of the Governments needs as defined in the RFP.

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The following matrix is intended to reduce internal RFP inconsistencies and aid in proposal preparation.  It is provided as a reference tool for information only.  In the event of conflict between this matrix and any other section of the RFP, the other section shall take precedence.

FIGURE 2.  Cross reference matrix.

3.6  Standard Format. The standard format for the SOW is as follows (subject to variations specified in Section 4 for specific types of SOWs):

SOW Section                        Title

1                                  SCOPE

2                                  APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

3                                  REQUIREMENTS

Deviations from the standard format may be made by the writer when necessary to accommodate overriding program needs.

3.6.1  SOW Section 1 - Scope.  This Section includes a brief statement of what the SOW should cover.  The scope paragraph defines the breadth and limitations of the work to be done.  In some cases, the use of an introduction, background, or both, is preferred.  Separate indentures under this Section are used in SOWs to accommodate complex acquisitions requiring lengthy background information.  Background information should be limited to only that information needed to acquaint the proposer with the basic acquisition requirement.  The items listed below should not be included in the "Scope" Section.

a.  Directions to the contractor to perform work tasks. b.  Specification of data requirements.

c.  Description of deliverable products.

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