Suntiva Acts as Liaison and Trusted Advisor in Complex Weapon System Program Delivery

THE CHALLENGE

The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is in the midst of an enormous modernization effort for combined land and amphibious assault capabilities, as demonstrated by the Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV) program.  EFV is a keystone for both the Marine Corps Expeditionary Maneuver Warfare (EMW) and Ship-to-Objective Maneuver (STOM) warfighting concepts. The EFV is an armored amphibious vehicle capable of seamlessly transporting Marines from Naval ships located beyond the visual horizon to inland objectives – with both speed and maneuverability.  As the first major weapon system program to completely co-locate with the prime contractor (General Dynamics), the EFV program constantly strives to lead the way in collaboration and acquisition support for the DoD warfighter.  This requires a continued focus on alignment of key stakeholders (in DoD, the USMC, the Program Office, and the Prime Contractor), and an expert understanding and translation of program requirements to contracting actions and eventual program execution.

THE SUNTIVA SOLUTION

Suntiva provides ‘trusted advisor’ consulting to the EFV leadership team and Program Manager as a liaison between the program, contracts, and the prime contractor.  In addition, Suntiva provides contracting support in development of performance-based SOWs, requirements analysis, cost/price analysis, and other pre-award tasks.  Suntiva staff also supports post-award contract administration activities.

THE RESULTS

• Suntiva plays a significant role in the execution of the EFV program mission, interacting daily with both government and General Dynamics program managers and procurement staff.
• Provides advice on acquisition strategy and program execution issues.
• Assists in the award and administration of Purchase Orders and Contracts to support the Program.

 

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