The Pentagon has stated for some time the need for increased innovation, speed, and affordability in defense systems acquisition. The Pentagon, via the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, now has added additional clarification by issuing a new Other Transactions (OT) Guide. Continue reading Pentagon Has Issued New “Other Transactions Guide”
Category Archives: Department of Defense
New Frontiers in Assessment Monitoring and Evaluation
What You Need to Know about New DoD Requirements
A Department of Defense policy directive issued in 2017 established policy and assigned responsibilities for conducting assessment, monitoring, and evaluation (AM&E) in the area of security cooperation. The policy directive calls for collaborative evaluations across DoD components and with other US government agencies and international partners to facilitate mutual learning and reduce cost. Continue reading New Frontiers in Assessment Monitoring and Evaluation
RAND Study: Assessing Bid Protests of U.S. Department of Defense Procurements
Congress Approves NDIA 2018
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 bill authorizes appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, including military personnel strengths. It does not provide budget authority, which is provided in subsequent appropriations legislation. Continue reading Congress Approves NDIA 2018
Advanced Forum on DCAA and DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance, and Audits
On June 13, Mary Karen Wills will discuss “New Audit Challenges for Industry: The Practical Impact of the DCAA Selected Areas of Cost Guidebook.” Continue reading Advanced Forum on DCAA and DCMA Cost, Pricing, Compliance, and Audits
DRAFT Department of Defense “Guidebook for Acquiring Commercial Items”
The Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy (DPAP) is interested in comments and input on the DRAFT of “Part A: Commercial Item Determination” and “Part B: Pricing Commercial Items” in the Guidebook for Acquiring Commercial Items. Continue reading DRAFT Department of Defense “Guidebook for Acquiring Commercial Items”
Department of Defense Issues New “Guidance on Using Incentive and Other Contract Types”
The Department of Defense (DoD) recently issued new guidance concerning the proper selection of contract type for use in procurements. The Guidance on Using Incentive and Other Contract Types will be posted within the DFARS Procedures, Guidance, and Information (PGI) at DFARS PGI 216.104. Continue reading Department of Defense Issues New “Guidance on Using Incentive and Other Contract Types”
