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Acquisition Operating Framework

The high level principles and information that guide how the UK MOD Defence Acquisition Community works

version 2.0.11 - April 2009

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Acquisition Operating Framework
  • Welcome to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Acquisition Operating Framework (AOF).
  • The AOF is an authoritative source of policy and good practice for all members of the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and our Industry partners concerned with acquisition.
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  • The AOF will improve the consistency in our application of policy and good practice and play an important role in delivering better solutions for defence in the future.
A Message From the sponsor - 2nd PUS
  • Welcome to the Acquisition Operating Framework (AOF).
  • The AOF defines how we conduct, govern and control our Defence acquisition processes. It is a key enabler for improving our delivery to the armed forces and for driving greater value for money for the taxpayer. Ursula Brennan - 2nd PUS
  • Since its launch in April 2007, the AOF has undergone significant development in refining the Strategic and Operational layers, and with expansion of the Tactical layer. This has enabled MOD to archive the Acquisition Management System (AMS).
  • A system of governance is in place to ensure AOF is kept up to date, coherent and relevant. I encourage feedback on any aspect of AOF. Please contact the relevant page owner shown, or the AOF Team directly on +44 (0)1225 883047 (Mil: 9355 83047).
  • Please take the time to read the AOF and ensure that you and your staff understand its requirements.

Ursula Brennan (2nd PUS)

What's New in Acquisition
  • The Programmes and Technology Group (PTG)
  • This group came into being on 1st April 2009 and operates under 2nd PUS’s governance with a pan-MOD remit. Overview of PTG.
  • Programme and Project Management (PPM)
  • To support the MODs drive to Portfolio, Programme and Project Management. The PTG are developing, reviewing and updating the guidance on PPM.
  • Science Innovation and Techonology
  • The Defence Technology Plan has been published on the Science Innovation and Technology site.
  • Programme Approach to Capability Delivery (TLCM Phase 4)
  • Implementation of a programme approach to capability delivery (TLCM Phase 4) is progressing well. Implementation Guidance [380KB PDF] has been produced which includes a Briefing Pack to aid understanding of the programme.
  • If you would like further information on this programme please contact DAC-Comms.
What's new in the AOF
More information about the AOF
How can I get more help ?
  • For enquiries about specific subject matter, refer to the contact details provided on each page.
  • A full list of owners and contact details for all AOF content is also provided.
  • If you have general feedback about the website or are having difficulties using it then please phone the AOF Team on +44 (0)1225 883047 (Mil: 9355 83047).