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MAIS/PM requirement applies to systems beyond FOC.2/13/2013 8:57:00 PMQuestion: Does exceeding the $32M program threshold as described in 5000.02 and 10 USC para 2445a automatically mean the system is a MAIS and requires a PEO designated PM? Does the MAIS/PM requirement apply to systems that are in sustainment and past FOC as well as those in development? Answer:The ...(More)
Use of RDTE Funding after DD2502/13/2013 9:12:00 AMQuestion: When does an item officially go into the sustainment phase? Can we use RDTE funding on an item after DD250? What aquisition references bear on these 2 questions? Answer:For the first question, DoDI 5000.02, December 08, 2008, Enclosure 2 defines the Operations and Support Phase of...(More)
MOA within an agency2/11/2013 8:02:00 AMQuestion: Ia an MOA appropriate? Is there another document that should be used? Is any document required at all since this is a support staff department Answer:The answer to the appropriateness of using an MOA within an agency is based on the culture and traditional procedures of the agency. ...(More)
Are agencies such as DARPA subject to DoD Instruction 5000.02?2/7/2013 1:12:00 PMQuestion: Does the DoD Instruction 5000.02 (and subordinate acquisition policy, such as the EVMIG) apply to DARPA? Is DARPA exempt from these acquisition policies somehow (e.g., because it is governed by Intelligence Community acquisition guidance)? The DoDI 5000.02 "Applicability and Scope" secti...(More)
Statute/Law/Regulation that allows the incorporation of Engineering/Early Development Models Pre MS C2/6/2013 1:49:00 PMQuestion: Can you please help me find a reference that holds more water than ACQuipedia? Answer:Engineering Development Model (EDM) is a common term for "production representative articles". One of the major changes resulting from the DoDI 5000.02 released in 2008 was ...(More)
Performance of a Milestone during a CRA2/1/2013 8:04:00 AMQuestion: Is there any DAU guidance on performing a new-start milestone during a CRA? We understand that we cannot spend any funding before the CRA is lifted, but are assuming that holding the milestone is still appropriate. Answer:Unfortunately, there is no formal policy covering CRA: except for ...(More)
The Different Levels Of Weapon System Management1/31/2013 8:03:00 AMQuestion: How many different levels of Weapon System Management are there and what is the difference between each one? Is there further literature that details the different levels? Answer:As far as I am aware, there is no Weapons System Manager certification track. I would think this may be part o...(More)
Can a CCB be for both OM and RDTE activities1/28/2013 2:19:00 PMQuestion: Is this legitimate? Answer:A Configuration Control/Change Board should be responsible for version control and establishing baselines for RDT&E, Production (Procurement) and O&M activities. The Configuration Control/Change Board (CCB) is created for version control and establishin...(More)
Is an AoA necessary for new start program initiation at EMD phase1/28/2013 8:47:00 AMQuestion: Is AR 71-9 valid in this case, or can DODI 5000.02 be used? If new programs can enter the System at any phase, only programs enter the MSA Phase would require a AoA. Thus AR71-9 is not entirely correct. How can I advice the PM and TRADOC Component Manager to procede after this? Answer:...(More)
Restrictions in fielding/equipping JUONS procured equipment?1/8/2013 2:53:00 PMQuestion: I cannot find any regulation or directive that states any limitations to fielding or equipping and sustainment of JUONS procured equipment, specifically locations not allowed to be fielded to. Are there any restrictions and if so what are they in regards to fielding JUONS procured systems...(More)