Not to be confused with Behavioralism. Behaviorism (or behaviourism) is an approach to psychology that focuses on an individual's behavior. It combines elements of philosophy, methodology, and psychological theory.
In accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation(FAR) 19.702(a)(1) and General Services Administration Acquisition Manual (GSAM) 519.705-2(a), a small business subcontracting plan is required from a large business concern whose estimated dollar value of the proposed Schedule contract, including options, is expected to exceed $550,000.
Step 5, the highest step in the FWS, is 12 percent above the prevailing rate of pay. The General Schedule (GS) is a separate pay system covering most white-collar civilian Federal employees. Surveys of non-Federal employers (including State and local governments) determine the pay for GS employees.