Adaptive Acquisition Framework |
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 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. The framework has six (6) distinct acquisition pathways.
DoD Instruction: 5000.85 “Major Capability Acquisition” – 6 Aug 2020
DAU Website: Adaptive Acquisition Framework
Adaptive Acquisition Framework Methods |
Figure: DoD Instruction 5000.85 Major Capability Acquisition
Prototyping & Experiments |
Contract Methods |
Below is a list of contract methods that can be used to perform Rapid Acquisitions:
Authorities |
Method | Acquisition Authority | Decision Authority |
Procure Defense Services | DODI 5000.74 | SAE or Designee |
Weapons System Procurement | DODI 5000.02 | MDA |
Section 803 | MDA equivalent to ACAT Level | |
Section 805 | MDA equivalent to ACAT Level | |
Rapid Middle Tier Prototyping | Section 804 – Rapid Prototyping | MDA equivalent to ACAT Level |
Section 804 – Rapid Fielding | MDA equivalent to ACAT Level | |
Section 806 – Weapon Component Prototyping or Technology | Selected by SAE after oversight Board Reviews | |
Early Prototyping | DODI 3201.01 | |
Rapid Experiments | 10 USC 2373 | |
MDA: Milestone Decision Authority; ACAT: Acquisition Category; SAE: Service Acquisition Executive |
Rapid Organizations |
AcqLinks and References:
Updated: 9/18/2020