An Analysis of the Variables in the Decision to Revert from a Dual Source to Sole Source Acquisition Method

Abstract

This thesis examines the various methods the Navy has used to develop and foster competition. It also discusses the economic analysis of using more than one source of supply. Rising costs and budgetary pressures have forced the Navy to reexamine its acquisition process. With the impending force draw down, the Program Manager is faced with reduced quantity requirements. Since the enactment of the Competition in Contracting Act in 1984, the Navy has required the use of dual sources in major weapons systems. However, this method of acquisition may no longer be economically feasible. Faced with reduced requirements and limited resources, the Program Manager must reevaluate the costs and benefits of his acquisition method.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA241763

Entities

People

  • Suzanne K. Spangler

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

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Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

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  • Budgets
  • Business Administration
  • Classification
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Cost Analysis
  • Costs
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economic Analysis
  • Governments
  • Investments
  • Law
  • Organizational Structure
  • Procurement
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Equipment
  • United States

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  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
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  • Systems Analysis and Design