DoDI5000.81_DAFI63-147 governs acquisition programs for urgent operational needs and quick reaction capabilities fielded in less than 2 years.
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The publication addresses urgent capability acquisition, including pre-development, development, production and deployment, and operations and support. It requires acquisition approaches to address available technologies, contract type, testing, quantities, waivers and approvals.
Applies to: This publication applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, the United States Space Force and those who are contractually obligated to comply with Department of the Air Force publications.
Does not require substantial development effort.
Is based on technologies that are proven and available. (paragraph 3)
Can be acquired under a fixed price contract. (paragraph 4)
Exceptions may include use of another appropriate contract type if a fixed price contract is not appropriate for the acquisition strategy; examples include use of an Other Transaction Authority (OTA) or modifying an existing contract. (paragraph 6)
Approve initial quantities to be produced and assessed, to include required assessment and training articles. (paragraph 6)