Multi-phase source selection strategy analysis
By: James F. Hiles
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School; Available from National Technical Information Service
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif; Springfield, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 116
Description: This thesis analyzed the use of a multi-phase source selection strategy at the Naval Air Systems Command. Points noted in four case studies were contrasted with policies and practices. Three essential characteristics of the multi-phase source selection strategy are that phases are used to fully understand requirements to the point that program risk is reduced, changes to requirements do not have to be re-competed and no Justification and Approval is required for other than full and open competition when going into a follow-on phase considering only offerors from prior phases. Factors identified when the proposed multi-phase source selection strategy is appropriate include: (1) confidence in the ability to determine a fair price without supplier cost data; (2) a fluid requirement; (3) potential to take advantage of commercial technology; (4) time to fully accommodate exploratory phases prior to or at the start of the program; (5) adequate commitment of funds to accommodate potential growth in funding requirements during requirement development phases; (6) experienced personnel willing to adopt new strategies and engage in revised behavior patterns and (7) organizational willingness to modify regulatory guidance as needed to accommodate the intended strategy.
Notes: "December 2000."

Thesis advisor(s): Jeffrey Cuskey, Keith Snider.

Thesis (M.S. in Management) Naval Postgraduate School, Dec. 2000.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 111-114)

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