AFPD64-1 — The Contracting System

AFPD64-1 governs the Air Force contracting system, including acquisition planning, contract award, administration, and related procurement policy.

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  • Publication number: AFPD64-1
  • Title: THE CONTRACTING SYSTEM
  • Date: 2018-11-06

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It covers the contracting system’s mission, acquisition processes, applicable regulations, business arrangements, and responsibilities of senior contracting officials. It requires fair treatment of offerors and contractors, qualified acquisition personnel, competition, performance-based acquisition methods, and compliance with contract terms.

Topics covered

  • Acquisition planning
  • Solicitation and source selection
  • Contract award and administration
  • Small business participation
  • Competition and innovation
  • Performance-based acquisition
  • Nonappropriated fund contracting
  • Contracting officer authority

Questions and answers

What regulations does the Air Force use for supplies and services contracting?

The Air Force will contract for supplies and services using the FAR, DFARS, AFFARS, and implementing publications and guidance. (paragraph 2)

How must Air Force contracting activities treat offerors and contractors?

Treat all offerors and contractors fairly and equitably. (paragraph 2)

What are the requirements for small business participation in acquisitions?

Comply with small business program requirements and encourage the use of small business participation in acquisitions to the maximum extent practicable. (paragraph 2)

How must requirements for services be stated?

Ensure requirements for services are stated in terms of results to be achieved and use performance-based acquisition methods to maximize competition and innovation, whenever feasible. (paragraph 2)

What must contractors do under Air Force contracting policy?

Ensure contractors perform according to the contract terms and conditions. (paragraph 2)

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