department of defense handbook guidance for acquisition ... - NAVAIR

MIL-HDBK-29612-1Aa. A system for using standard digital data is planned but will not be available in time tosupport formal training.b. Training is required prior to completion of standard digital data (e.g., test or cadretraining).c. When the training activity requires delivery of both page-based format and standarddigital data.d. When organic resources are not available to develop page-based training data products(using standard digital data) in a timely manner.e. When an automated training management system (e.g., courseware management,configuration management) is in place or is planned, but not all management functionsare automated.4.3.8.4 When to specify IMI data format for training data products. IMI formatrequirements should be applied when the media selection process (see MIL-HDBK-29612-2)determines IMI to be the most appropriate media to support the training requirement.4.3.8.5 When to specify SMPTE data format for training data products. SMPTE formatrequirements should be applied when procuring still or audiovisual footage that is to be producedand delivered on ½ inch tape.4.3.8.6 When to specify SCO data format for training data products. SCO format should beapplied in instances where:a. Training products will be used in an ADL environment.b. Re-use of instructional content is desired/required.c. Interoperability of instructional content on various platforms and systems isdesired/required.4.3.8.7 When to specify JTA data format for training data products. JTA formatrequirements should be applied to products intended for use in a Command, Control,Communications, Computers, and Intelligent system (C4I) environment.4.4 Acquisition process overview. The following paragraphs provide guidance concerningacquisition streamlining, planning, and data management that should be considered prior todeveloping a RFP.4.4.1 Acquisition streamlining. The purpose of acquisition streamlining is to encourageinnovation and creativity, and to promote innovative and cost effective determination ofrequirements. The development of acquisition strategies will result in the most efficientutilization of resources to produce quality weapon systems and products. Refer to MIL-HDBK-248, Acquisition Streamlining, for further details.12