AFI90-1801 governs roles and responsibilities for the Air Force’s Small Business Programs and assigns related program duties.
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It defines responsibilities for SAF/SB and other Air Force small business officials, including policy, oversight, goals, performance measurement, and program management. It also incorporates waiver and tier classification throughout the publication.
Develops, implements, and oversees small business policy, processes, and management of the Air Force Small Business Programs to ensure maximum practicable prime- and sub-contracting opportunities for small businesses, including developing strategic goals and objectives for all Air Force Small Business Programs and monitoring and communicating performance through appropriate metrics. (paragraph 1)
Collaborates with the DoD Office of Small Business Programs annually to develop overall Air Force Small Business Programs’ goals. In consultation with Major Commands (MAJCOMs), Direct Reporting Units (DRUs), Air Force Program Executive Offices (AFPEOs), and the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Acquisition, Technology and Logistics) (SAF/AQ), develops and disseminates the Air Force Small Business Programs’ goals and associated performance expectations. (paragraph 1)
Establishes and maintains a Small Business Compliance Program (paragraph 4.5.). (paragraph 1)
Administers the Air Force Small Business Awards Program. (paragraph 1)
Directs, oversees, and manages the Air Force Mentor-Protégé Program, which requires interaction with the DoD Office of Small Business Programs, industry, and acquisition teams. (paragraph 1)