Update: DoDI 5000.02 “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework” – 8 Jun 2022 has been released.
Note: According to Section 1.4 Transition Plan of the new instruction, the old DoDI 5000.02 dated Jan 7, 2015 (Change 3 dated 10 Aug 2017) has been renumbered to DoDI 5000.02T. DoDI 5000.02T will remain in effect, with content removed as it’s canceled or transitions to new issuance, as shown in Table 1 of the new DoDI 5000.02. [2]

DoD Instruction 5000.02

DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF)” supports the Defense Acquisition System with the objective of delivering effective, suitable, survivable, sustainable, and affordable solutions to the end-user in a timely manner. To achieve those objectives, Milestone Decision Authorities (MDAs), other Decision Authorities (DAs), and Program Managers (PMs) have broad authority to plan and manage their programs consistent with sound business practice. The Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) acquisition pathways provide opportunities for MDAs/DAs and PMs to develop acquisition strategies and employ acquisition processes that match the characteristics of the capability being acquired. [2]

Instruction: DoDI 5000.02 “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework” – 8 Jun 2022

DoD Instruction 5000.02T

The Defense Acquisition System is directed by DoD Instruction 5000.02T, “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” dated (Change 3) August 10, 2017. The instruction provides the policies and principles that govern the defense acquisition system and forms the foundation for all DoD programs that include weapon systems, services, and Automated Information Systems (AIS). It establishes a Management Framework for translating user needs and technology opportunities into stable, affordable, and well-managed acquisition programs. The instruction also identifies the specific statutory and regulatory reports and other information requirements for each Milestone and Decision Point. The instruction is published by the Under Secretary of Defense (USD) for Acquisition and Sustainment (A&S). [1]

Instruction: DoDI 5000.02T “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 10 Aug 17 (Change 3)

Table of Content

1. Purpose
2. Applicability
3. Policy
4. Responsibility
5. Procedures
6. Releasability
7. Effective Date
8. Enclosures
   1. Acquisition Program Categories and Compliance Requirements
   2. Program Management
   3. Systems Engineering
   4. Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E)
   5. Operational and Live-Fire Test and Evaluation
   6. Life-Cycle Sustainment Planning
   7. Human Systems Integration (HSI)
   8. Affordability Analysis and Investment Constraints
   9. Analysis of Alternatives (AoA)
   10. Cost Estimating and Reporting
   11. Requirements Applicable To All Programs Containing Information Technology (IT)
   12. (Cancelled) Acquisition of Defense Business Systems (DBS)
   13. Urgent Capability Acquisition
   14. Cybersecurity in the Defense Acquisition System

AcqLinks: and References:

• [2] DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework” – 8 Jun 2022
• [Old] DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework” – 23 Jan 2020
• [1] DoD Instruction 5000.02T “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 10 Aug 17 (Change 3)
• (Old Version) DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 2 Feb 2017 (Change 2)
• (Old Version) DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 26 Jan 17 (Change 1)
• (Old Version) DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 7 Jan 2015
• (Old Version) DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 26 Nov 2013
• (Old Version) DoD Instruction 5000.02 “Operation of the Defense Acquisition System” – 8 Dec 2008
• DoD Directive 5000.01 “Defense Acquisition System” – 20 Nov 2007

Updated: 3/6/2024

Rank: G3