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PGI 201.101: Purpose.

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This PGI section supplements: DFARS 201.101 · FAR 1.101
The corresponding FAR Part 1 and DFARS Part 201 have been overhauled under the RFO. PGI replacement text is provided in the RFO deviation attachment. View FAR Part 1

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(1) The defense acquisition system, as defined in 10 U.S.C 3001(a), exists to manage the investments of the United States in technologies, programs, and product support necessary to achieve the national security strategy prescribed by the President pursuant to section 108 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3043) and to support the United States Armed Forces.

(2) The investment strategy of DoD shall be postured to support not only the current United States armed forces, but also future armed forces of the United States.

(3) The primary objective of DoD acquisition is to acquire quality supplies and services that satisfy user needs with measurable improvements to mission capability and operational support at a fair and reasonable price.

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