Competition in a Noncompetitive Environment.

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Abstract:

This paper deals with attempts by the DOD to instill competition in the DOD acquisition environment. The paper summarizes and synthesizes many of the varied theories, conclusions, findings, and opinions that are present in the literature. The competitiveness of the market can be improved through improved communication, an increased number of customers, andor an increased number of sources. Several approaches for enhancing the competitiveness of the market are presented and discussed. Keywords Competitive Strategies, Acquisition, Contracting.

Author(s):
Kankey, Roland D. ; Kloppenborg, Timothy J.
Author Organization(s):
AIR FORCE BUSINESS RESEARCH MANAGEMENT CENTER WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. May 86-May 87,
Pagination:
0047

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
BRMC-87-2
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_4.5_Operational Contract Support; JCA_4.5.1_Contract Support Integration; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_4.2.3_Manage Global Supplier Networks; JCA_4.2_Supply; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_4.5.4_Requirements Definition; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*MILITARY PROCUREMENT, ACQUISITION, STRATEGY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Field(s)/Group(s):
Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*Competition, PE71113F
Report Date:
1987 May 01