MCO 4200.33A — Contractor Logistics Support (cls) For Marine Corps Ground Equipment And...

MCO 4200.33A governs policy for incorporating Contractor Logistics Support into sustainment strategies for Marine Corps systems.

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  • Publication number: MCO 4200.33A
  • Title: CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (CLS) FOR MARINE CORPS GROUND EQUIPMENT AND...
  • Date: 4 Dec 2020
  • Proponent: 04000 Logistics
  • Status: Current

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It covers Interim Contractor Support, logistics support functions, sustainment planning, maintenance requirements, contract provisions, and contingency plans. It requires business case analysis, documentation in applicable planning cycles, maintenance reporting, and periodic sustainment strategy evaluations.

Topics covered

  • Contractor Logistics Support
  • Interim Contractor Support
  • Sustainment strategies
  • Business case analysis
  • CLS contract provisions
  • Maintenance reporting
  • Contingency plans

Questions and answers

What is the mission of MCO 4200.33A?

To establish policy for the incorporation of a CLS contract as part of the overall sustainment strategy to improve equipment availability and readiness. (paragraph 3)

How is Interim Contractor Support defined?

Interim Contractor Support (ICS) provides temporary (total or partial) logistics support until a government sustainment capability is provided. (paragraph 3)

What logistics functions can a CLS contractor perform?

CLS dictates that a contractor, rather than the government, is responsible for the integration of logistics support functions such as providing engineering support, identifying requirements for spare and repair parts, facilities, materiel, equipment, training personnel and performing maintenance on weapon systems. (paragraph 3)

When should CLS be considered?

CLS should be considered as part of the overall sustainment strategy based on an appropriate business case analysis (BCA). (paragraph 4)

What standards must CLS follow during performance?

CLS will be performed in accordance with manufacturer’s maintenance manuals, military technical manuals, approved maintenance concepts, and the applicable maintenance contract. (paragraph 4)

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