Acq Notes

AcqNote Description Area

Proposal Development

Proposal Compliance Matrix

A Proposal Compliance Matrix is a cross-reference table that tells proposal evaluators where they can find responses to specific Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements. It helps ensure proposal managers that the proposal responds to and complies with all the Proposal requirements. A Compliance Matrix should form part of each proposal volume and is normally requested […]

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Technology Development

Technology Development Strategy (TDS)

Note: The Technology Development Strategy (TDS) is no longer required for DoD Programs according to DoD Instruction 5000.02. A programs technology development approach is now detailed in a programs Acquisition Strategy. The Technology Development Strategy (TDS) describes the acquisition approach that will be undertaken to mature key technologies and maturation efforts to Initial Operational Capability (IOC).

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Risk & Safety Management

System Safety Overview

System Safety is the application of engineering and management principles, criteria, and techniques to achieve acceptable risk within the constraints of operational effectiveness and suitability, schedule, and cost throughout the system’s lifecycle. System safety covers the entire spectrum of Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) considerations. It is an integral part of the Systems Engineering (SE) process

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Modeling & Simulation

Modeling & Simulation Overview

Modeling and Simulation (M&S) is the use of models, including emulators, prototypes, simulators, and stimulators, either statically or over time, to develop data as a basis for making managerial or technical decisions. It attempts to represent real-world processes, equipment, people, activities and environments. It’s used mostly during the Technology Development (TD) Phase of the Acquisitions

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Technology Development

Technology Development Overview

Technology Development is the application of scientific methods to achieve a Department of Defense (DoD), commercial or industrial technology objectives. In the Acquisition Process, the Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction (TMRR) Phase develops and demonstrates prototype designs to reduce technical risk, validate designs, validate cost estimates, evaluate manufacturing processes, and refine requirements. Definition: Technology development refers to

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Purchasing & Small Business

Purchasing & Small Business Overview

A Small Business is not dominant in its field of operation and qualifies as a small business concern under Title 13, Code of Federal Regulations, part 121 (13 CFR 121). In the Department of Defense (DoD), FAR Part 19 – Small Business implements the acquisition-related sections of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631) and

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Cost Estimating

Cost Estimating Overview

Cost Estimating is the process of developing a cost estimate. Cost estimating involves collecting and analyzing historical data and applying quantitative models, techniques, tools, and databases to predict a program’s future cost. More simply, cost estimating combines science and art to predict the future cost of something based on known historical data that are adjusted

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Auditing

Auditing Overview

  Auditing is the Systematic examination of records and documents to determine adequacy and effectiveness of budgeting, accounting, financial, and related policies and procedures; compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and prescribed procedures; reliability, accuracy, and completeness of financial and administrative records and reports; and the extent to which funds and other resources are properly

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Requirements Development

Requirements Development Overview

Requirements development is a process that consists of a set of activities that produce requirements for a product. The systems engineering standard [EIA 632] defines “requirement” as “something that governs what, how well, and under what conditions a product will achieve a given purpose.” Requirements define the functions, performance, and environment of the system under

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DoDAF Architecting

DoDAF Architecting Overview

Architecting is a tool used by Program Managers (PM) and Systems Engineers in developing a system to help designers meet all stated function and physical requirements, collaborate across organizations, and provides valuable information for decision-makers. There are a number of types of Architectures that are used in system development: Functional Architecture: model that identifies system

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Earned Value Management

Earned Value Management Overview

Earned Value Management (EVM) is a project management technique for objectively measuring project performance and progress. EVM can combine measurements of scope, schedule, and cost in a single integrated system. It’s notable for its ability to forecast project performance problems accurately. Early EVM research showed that its use significantly impacts the areas of planning and

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References

Contracts & Legal Sources

  Contracts & Legal Topic Name Description FAR Home Page Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Home Page The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) DoD home page. FAR FAR PDF Archived Versions Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Air Force FARSite Air Force FARSite (Federal Acquisition Regulation Site) DFARS DFARS Table of Content The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) is

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Tools

Templates

Topic Name Description Acquisitions Acquisition Program Baseline (APB) A template used for the development of the Acquisition Program Baseline. See the web page for key content. Acquisition Decision Memorandum (ADM) – MS A Individual Acquisition Plan NAVAIR Acquisition Plan Streamlined Acquisition Plan Templates for the development of the Acquisition Plan (AP). See the Acquisition Plan

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References

DoD Guides & Handbooks

Guides and Handbooks The DoD Guides and Handbooks listed below are a collection of the most frequent ones used in acquisitions. Acquisitions   Architecting   Auditing   CBA   Contracts   Cost Estimating   DoDAF   EVMS   Financial Management   Glossary   Human System Integration   Information Security   Information Assurance   JCIDS Process   Logistics   Manufacturing   Program Management   PQM   Requirements   Risk Safety   Security   Software   Space   Systems Engineering  

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Reports & White Papers

  Reports & White Papers Defense Acquisitions Getting Defense Acquisitions RIGHT by Frank Kendal Book by the Honorable Frank Kendal Defense Acquisitions Defense Acquisition Workforce Report to Congress – 2016 by Congressional Research Service Cost Overruns Cost Overrun Optimism: Fact or Fiction  DAU article by Maj David Christensen, USAF OSS&E Using Measurement to Assure Operational

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GAO Reports

Government Accountability Office (GAO) Reports The GAO Reports listed below are a collection of the most frequently reviewed regarding DoD acquisition. For a more detailed list visit the GAO website from the link below: Website: GAO Reports & Testimony Number Title Description Date  17-575 Ford-Class Aircraft Carrier: Follow-On Ships Need More Frequent and Accurate Cost Estimates

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Acquisition On-Line

   Acquisition On-line  Below is a list of Acquisition related websites that will provide more detail into specific topic areas. Acquisition – ACQuipedia – Acquisition Categories Summary – Acquisition Central – Acquisition Community Connection – Air Force Acquisitions – Army Acquisition AT&L – Army PPBE Portal – Defense Acquisition Guidebook (DAG) – Defense Acquisition Portal

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Mil-Handbooks

  Military Handbooks The Military Handbooks (Mil-Hdbk) listed below are a collection of the most frequently used acquisition Mil-Hdbks. For a complete comprehensive list visit the following websites: EverySpec.com and US DoD ASSIST Note: The DoD is starting to use civilian standards instead of the traditional Mil-Stds/Hdbk as with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Number

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Mil-Standards

  Military Standards The Military Standards (Mil-Std) listed below are a collection of the most frequently used in acquisition. For a complete compressive list visit the following websites: EverySpec.com and US DoD ASSIST  Note: The DoD is starting to use civilian standards instead of the traditional Mil-Stds as with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Number

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Aerospace Industry

Professional Organizations

  Professional Organizations Professional Organizations are usually a nonprofit organization seeking to further a particular profession, the interests of individuals engaged in that profession, and the public interest. They focus on education, career field development, jobs, mentorship, and networking.  They can also offer insight into how the industry works and how to navigate it. Below

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University Affiliated Research Center (UARC)

  University-Affiliated Research Center Laboratories- UARCs A University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) is a strategic United States Department of Defense (DoD) research center associated with a university. UARCs was formally established in May 1996 to ensure that essential engineering and technology capabilities of particular importance to the DoD are maintained. These not-for-profit organizations maintain essential

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Federally Funded Research and Develpoment Center (FFRDC)

  Federally Funded Research and Development Center FAR 2.101: A Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) is an activity sponsored under a broad charter by the Government agency (or agencies) for the purpose of performing, analyzing, integrating, supporting, and/or managing basic or applied research and/or development, and that receives 70 percent or more of

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