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

MIL-HDBK-29612-1AThrough planning, the acquisition meets the needs of the organization for a reasonable cost, andis completed on time.4.4.4.2 Acquisition plan requirements. The acquisition plan addresses all technical,business, management, and other significant considerations needed to control the acquisition andattain acquisition goals. Specific plan contents vary depending on the type of acquisition.4.4.4.2.1 Background information and objectives. Have the necessary backgroundinformation and facts available to develop a plan. Clearly define the acquisition purpose orobjective. Clear objectives and good background information are critical to development of asuccessful acquisition plan. The following background information supports acquisitionplanning:a. Summarize the technical and contractual history of the acquisition that describesacquisition alternatives and related in-house efforts.b. Describe significant conditions including requirements for compatibility with existingtraining or other training programs/systems/materials.c. Describe the acquisition cost goals and provide rationale for those goals. Address lifecycle cost considerations.d. Address the training capabilities and performance requirements. Explain how the statedtraining requirements relate to the stated training need.e. Describe the basis for the delivery and performance schedule. If an urgent requirementprevents full and open competition, describe the reasons.f. Describe the results of trade-offs between capabilities and performance requirements, costfactors, and schedule goals. Identify the best balance between these factors and describehow you arrived at this balance.g. Discuss technical, cost and schedule risks associated with the acquisition. Describeactions planned or taken to reduce these risks for the Government and the contractor.h. Describe plans and procedures for stimulating and encouraging industry participation inrecommending appropriate application and tailoring of contract requirements. DoDDirective 5000.2R and MIL-HDBK-248 give additional information and procedures foracquisition streamlining.4.4.4.2.2 Plan of action. This section of the acquisition plan is essentially a businessstrategy. It describes how to proceed through the acquisition process to achieve acquisitionobjectives. The plan of action should include the following:a. A description of potential acquisition sources, including possible small business, smalldisadvantaged business, and labor surplus area concerns. When appropriate, describe theresults of market research.b. Other areas as necessary based on specific program requirements to include:14