MIL-HDBK-512A, Parts Management

 

This handbook provides guidance for implementing an effective Parts Management Program (PMP) on Department of Defense (DoD), industry and commercial acquisitions. The guidance in this document supports acquisition strategies and systems engineering practices of DoD 5000.2-R. This document provides performance-based parts management process guidance which is intended to be adapted to individual program needs and which provides appropriate latitude for innovative approaches and design solutions by the contractors. This handbook is for guidance only. This handbook cannot be cited as a requirement. If it is, the contractor does not have to comply. MIL-HDBK-512A dated 31 October 2001 superseded MIL-HDBK-512 dated 04 October 2000