Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009

The Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009, also known as Bill 111 s 454, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the acquisition process for weapon systems used by the military. The bill sought to address issues such as cost overruns, schedule delays, and performance deficiencies that had plagued previous acquisition programs.

One of the key provisions of the bill was the establishment of a new position within the Department of Defense, the Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation. This individual would be responsible for conducting independent cost assessments of major defense acquisition programs to ensure that they were being managed efficiently and effectively.

Additionally, the bill required the Secretary of Defense to establish clear requirements for weapon systems early in the acquisition process, in order to prevent changes and modifications that could lead to cost increases and delays. The bill also emphasized the importance of competition in the acquisition process, requiring the Department of Defense to promote competition among contractors to drive down costs and improve performance. Overall, the Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 aimed to increase transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the acquisition of weapon systems for the US military. By addressing key issues such as cost overruns and schedule delays, the bill sought to ensure that the military was able to acquire the weapons it needed in a timely and cost-effective manner.