Determining the Cost of Acquisition Data Packages.
Abstract
The true cost of data needed for acquisition of spare parts on past and current systems is unknown. Therefore, tradeoff decisions are made which can result in inadequate technical data for competitive acquisition of spare parts. The objective of this research is to develop a methodology for determining the reasonableness of contractor's acquisition data cost proposals. The methodology must be validated and have practical application on a day-to-day basis in the acquisition environment. The ultimate goal of this research effort is to provide DoD acquisition personnel with a tool for determining the reasonableness of contractor acquisition data package proposals. This tool will aid in negotiation in data cost and cost benefit analyses on engineering data for competitive procurement of repairable and nonrepairable spare parts. Successful completion of the task involves integrating both the factors which influence data cost and associated cost information into a methodology which can be used by the PCO or price analyst in the evaluation of contractor proposals.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 28, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA163001
Entities
People
- Michael N. Ward
- Thomas M. Mccann