The Personnel Testing PSC (U002) covers services related to the design, administration, and evaluation of tests used for assessing the skills, qualifications, and competencies of personnel. This includes psychological, aptitude, proficiency, and certification examinations that help government agencies ensure the suitability and readiness of their workforce. Services under this code may involve developing customized testing instruments, conducting standardized assessments, scoring, and interpreting results. Government agencies use this PSC primarily to procure expertise and tools for personnel evaluation, credentialing, and compliance with regulatory or organizational standards.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC U002

Federal agencies such as the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, the Office of Personnel Management, and other civilian agencies frequently purchase under PSC U002. These buyers rely on personnel testing services to support recruitment, placement, promotion, and training decisions. Agencies with large or specialized workforces use these services to ensure that employees meet required standards and to maintain workforce readiness and effectiveness.

Common Contract Types for PSC U002

Contracts awarded under PSC U002 commonly include firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement types, depending on the complexity of the testing services and development needs. Government agencies may use competitive bidding, sole source, or task order contracts within IDIQ vehicles to acquire these services. Typical use cases include periodic testing programs, development of new assessment tools, or pilot testing initiatives for workforce evaluation.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC U002

Covers services related to development, administration, and evaluation of personnel tests.
Used primarily by agencies for workforce assessment, certification, and compliance.
Common buyers include DoD, VA, OPM, and other federal civilian agencies.
Contracts may be firm-fixed-price or cost-reimbursement, often using competitive or task order procurement.
Typically aligned with NAICS codes for consulting and training services.
Supports recruitment, placement, promotion, and training decision-making processes.

Related Categories for PSC U002

Other categories at the same level as U002

U001 EDUCATION/TRAINING- LECTURES

Lectures For Training

U003 EDUCATION/TRAINING- RESERVE TRAINING (MILITARY)

Reserve Training (Military)

U004 EDUCATION/TRAINING- SCIENTIFIC/MANAGEMENT

Scientific and Management Education

U005 EDUCATION/TRAINING- TUITION/REGISTRATION/MEMBERSHIP FEES

Tuition, Registration, and Membership Fees

U006 EDUCATION/TRAINING- VOCATIONAL/TECHNICAL

Vocational/Technical

U007 EDUCATION/TRAINING- FACULTY SALARIES FOR DEPENDENT SCHOOLS

Faculty Salaries for Dependent Schools

U008 EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Training/Curriculum Development

U009 EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL

Education Services

U010 EDUCATION/TRAINING- CERTIFICATIONS/ACCREDITATIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Certifications and Accreditations for Educational Institutions

U011 EDUCATION/TRAINING- AIDS/HIV

AIDS Training

U012 EDUCATION/TRAINING- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS TRAINING

ADP Software, Equipment, and Telecommunications Training

U013 EDUCATION/TRAINING- COMBAT

Includes: CONTRACTOR-PROVIDED TRAINING TO MILITARY AT INDIVIDUAL, COLLECTIVE, OR STAFF LEVEL ON COMBAT SKILLS THAT APPLY DEADLY FORCE ON ENEMY OR HOSTILE FORCES; CONTRACTOR FACILITIES USED FOR SUCH TRAINING

U014 EDUCATION/TRAINING- SECURITY

Includes: CONTRACTOR-PROVIDED TRAINING TO MILITARY AT INDIVIDUAL, COLLECTIVE, OR STAFF LEVEL ON SECURITY SKILLS (WITH AN EMPHASIS ON FORCE PROTECTION) THAT APPLY DEADLY FORCE ON ENEMY OR HOSTILE FORCES; CONTRACTOR FACILITIES USED FOR SUCH TRAINING

U099 EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER

Other Education and Training Services

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