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Three processes cooperate to deliver capabilities needed by warfighters: the requirements process (JCIDS); the acquisition process (DAS); and the program and budget development process (PPBE). Includes links to DoD and Service policies, guidance, tools, and resources:
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Information on DoD industry partners that helps the participation and execution of DoD processes; including industry support pages, news, information, and links to private sector acquisition contractors.
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Who approves ACAT ID TEMPS10/18/2016 3:27:00 PMQuestion: Is this true, if so, is there a memo from USD(AT&L) stating the change in policy? Answer:The following information is according to staff at DASD(DT&E) on 18 Oct 2016. For DT&E only this draft change language is in the update to DODI 5000.02 currently in formal coordination: &nb...(More)
Require use of GFE in a Performance Specification 9/19/2016 2:53:00 PMQuestion: is there any guidance on writing a performance specification that specifies performance in terms of values derived from GFE test equipment? To be clear, the specification says "The engineering value of the widget shall be between X and Y when measured through the Interpreter port of the G...(More)
Is there a guide for how much testing is required for ECP during the Production and Deployment phase8/29/2016 2:27:00 PMQuestion: Is there a guide that covers when an ECP would require formal testing, with results provided to the WIPT, as a basis for including that ECP in the baseline configuration of the vehicle? Answer:If the scope of the planned change is significant enough to warrant a change to an existing JCIDS...(More)
Who is responsible for safety certification of prime movers and the systems mounted on them and the systems they tow?8/4/2016 2:48:00 PMQuestion: Who is responsible for safety certification of the combination of prime mover and the systems mounted on them, and the combination of the prime mover and the trailers they pull? Is it the prime mover PM, the mounted system PM, or the trailer PM? Also please provide the relevant c...(More)
Test and Evaluation policy for components7/19/2016 8:17:00 AMQuestion: Is there any policy that manages the acquisition of components? AFI 99-103 and AFMAN 63-119 focus on the overall system and how the warfighter will operate the device. The ACAT III program I am working will deliver a security component as an end item to an integrator to be used in a platfo...(More)
How to review an LCSP from a T and E perspective6/22/2016 2:47:00 PMQuestion: Are there published guidance or best practices that would help me develop a checklist or reference to consistently consider T&E perspectives that should be covered in the LCSP? Answer:Published guidance for development of the Life Cycle Sustainment Plan (LCSP) is available. That said, it i...(More)
Proper appropriation to prepare robots for testing.5/6/2016 5:56:00 PMQuestion: What is the proper "color--of-money" to use to prepare robots so the above activities can be performed? Answer:Based on your question concerning robots that will have to be improved to assist in a developmental robotic program, the Financial Management Regulation (FMR) 7000.14-R in Vol...(More)
Deficiency Report trend data indicating potential systemic causes best practices5/4/2016 4:36:00 PMQuestion: I am inquiring as to how other programs use DR data for trend analysis in order to better understand operational risk in the face of numerous DRs. Answer:The central point of contact for deficiency reporting in the Air Force is HQ AFMC/A4F. We suggest you contact them to ensure acc...(More)
OT&Es fit into the Agile-SAFe 4.0-process4/12/2016 2:14:00 PMQuestion: Is there a chart, DoD process, guidance etc. as to where OT&E fits into an Agile acquisition model? Answer:Agile frameworks presume incremental design and delivery. Traditional OT&E of a "finished product" does not align with this approach. Your acquisition strategy and...(More)
Metrics on planned vs actual test schedules2/29/2016 2:39:00 PMQuestion: Is historical data collected regarding percentage of schedule overruns on when programs were initially scheduled to complete DT&E and when they actually completed DT&E? Answer:From contacts at the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Center Test Authority (CTS) stated...(More)