ACQ 1010 Module 3
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Phases - correct answer Materiel Solutions Analysis (MSA) > Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR) > Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) > Production & Deployment (P&D) > Operations & Support (O&S)
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Milestones - correct answer Milestone A (initiates TMRR) > Milestone B (initiates EMD) > Milestone C (initiates P&D)
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Decision Points - correct answer Materiel Development Decision (MDD) > Capability Development Document (CDD) Validation > Development Request for Proposal (RFP) Decision > and Released Full-Rate Production "(FRP)
Materiel Solutions Analysis (MSA) - correct answer In this MCA phase the most promising technology is picked to meet the user need identified in the Initial Capabilities Document.
Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR) - correct answer In this MCA phase we reduce risk by proving the reliability of the technology through competitive prototyping.
Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) - correct answer In this MCA phase we complete the build to design, prove the design works and can be manufactured.
Production and Deployment (P&D) - correct answer In this MCA phase we produce a limited number of units and test the units to make sure that they work and after that is we produce and deploy the full set.
Operations and Support (O&S) - correct answer In this MCA phase we support operational units for the full it's full life.
DoD Decision Support Systems - correct answer Defense Acquisition System, Joint Capabilities Integration & Development System, Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution System MCA Purposes - correct answer Develop technology, produce weapon systems, and provide logistics support.
DAS Governing Document - correct answer DODD 5000.01, DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.85, and Defense Acquisition Guidebook
Materiel Development Decision (MDD) - correct answer First decision point in the MCA which determines whether a new weapon system is required to fill the identified gap. Also known as need identification decision this triggers the analysis of alternative solutions.
MDA Determination of MDD - correct answer MDA must determine that a materiel solution is necessary,
approve AoA plan, designate the DoD Component that will lead the program, and determine the acquisition phase of entry
MSA (Phases) - correct answer MDD > AOA > ICD > Draft CDD > Mile Stone A
Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) - correct answer Conducted during the MSA phase, this phase focuses on identifying and analyzing alternatives, measures of effectiveness, key trades between cost and capability,
schedule, concept of operations, overall risk, and total life-cycle cost, including sustainment and provides
the basis for the Acquisition Strategy (AS).
Critical Technology Elements (CTEs) - correct answer Technology maturity, integration risk, manufacturing feasability, and technology maturation and demonstration needs
MSA (Conclusion) - correct answer When the AoA has been completed, draft CDD produced, and criteria met for Milestone A have been met, this phase has completed.
Milestone A - correct answer Also referred to as the Risk Reduction Decision, is an investment decision to
pursue specific product or design concepts, and to commit the resources required to mature technology and/or reduce any risks that must be mitigated prior to committing the resources needed for development, production, and fielding. A successful Milestone A decision leads to entry into the TMRR phase.
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Phases - correct answer Materiel Solutions Analysis (MSA) > Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR) > Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) > Production & Deployment (P&D) > Operations & Support (O&S)
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Milestones - correct answer Milestone A (initiates TMRR) > Milestone B (initiates EMD) > Milestone C (initiates P&D)
Major Capability Acquisition (MCA) Decision Points - correct answer Materiel Development Decision (MDD) > Capability Development Document (CDD) Validation > Development Request for Proposal (RFP) Decision > and Released Full-Rate Production "(FRP)
Materiel Solutions Analysis (MSA) - correct answer In this MCA phase the most promising technology is picked to meet the user need identified in the Initial Capabilities Document.
Technology Maturation and Risk Reduction (TMRR) - correct answer In this MCA phase we reduce risk by proving the reliability of the technology through competitive prototyping.
Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) - correct answer In this MCA phase we complete the build to design, prove the design works and can be manufactured.
Production and Deployment (P&D) - correct answer In this MCA phase we produce a limited number of units and test the units to make sure that they work and after that is we produce and deploy the full set.
Operations and Support (O&S) - correct answer In this MCA phase we support operational units for the full it's full life.
DoD Decision Support Systems - correct answer Defense Acquisition System, Joint Capabilities Integration & Development System, Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution System MCA Purposes - correct answer Develop technology, produce weapon systems, and provide logistics support.
DAS Governing Document - correct answer DODD 5000.01, DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.85, and Defense Acquisition Guidebook
Materiel Development Decision (MDD) - correct answer First decision point in the MCA which determines whether a new weapon system is required to fill the identified gap. Also known as need identification decision this triggers the analysis of alternative solutions.
MDA Determination of MDD - correct answer MDA must determine that a materiel solution is necessary,
approve AoA plan, designate the DoD Component that will lead the program, and determine the acquisition phase of entry
MSA (Phases) - correct answer MDD > AOA > ICD > Draft CDD > Mile Stone A
Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) - correct answer Conducted during the MSA phase, this phase focuses on identifying and analyzing alternatives, measures of effectiveness, key trades between cost and capability,
schedule, concept of operations, overall risk, and total life-cycle cost, including sustainment and provides
the basis for the Acquisition Strategy (AS).
Critical Technology Elements (CTEs) - correct answer Technology maturity, integration risk, manufacturing feasability, and technology maturation and demonstration needs
MSA (Conclusion) - correct answer When the AoA has been completed, draft CDD produced, and criteria met for Milestone A have been met, this phase has completed.
Milestone A - correct answer Also referred to as the Risk Reduction Decision, is an investment decision to
pursue specific product or design concepts, and to commit the resources required to mature technology and/or reduce any risks that must be mitigated prior to committing the resources needed for development, production, and fielding. A successful Milestone A decision leads to entry into the TMRR phase.
