What is the format of a Product and Service Code (PSC)?

The Product and Service Code (PSC) is formatted as a 4-position alpha-numeric code. This means that it consists of both letters and numbers, allowing for a wide range of unique identifiers that represent specific products and services. The alpha-numeric nature of the code helps in classifying and categorizing the vast variety of products and services available within federal contracting, facilitating easier identification and tracking in procurement and reporting processes.

The use of four positions allows for a sufficient breadth of classification, as it can encapsulate various industries and categories necessary for contracting purposes. Each character within the code can be a letter or a number, which increases versatility and helps accommodate a comprehensive array of classifications across different sectors and services.

The other options either do not reflect the current standard format of the PSC or significantly limit its classification capabilities, thereby making them inappropriate representations of how PSCs are constructed.