| 1.2.1.1-4-1 Ensure the architectural view for the selected architecture has identified all the system interfaces |
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Ensure interoperability between architectural elements. Ensure the system architecture and the interface designs are compatible. Ensure the interface risk and impacts on other systems and architectures is evaluated and considered.
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NA
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Reliability Model and Block Diagrams; External ICDs; System/Segment Architecture Description; System CONOPS
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AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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| 1.2.1.1-4-2 Ensure the architecture views include current system analysis and requirements |
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Ensure the following is considered in the architecture assessment: threat assessments; technology development requirements; system trade studies; and consistency with the architecture framework guidance.
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NA
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Statement of Work (SOW); System/Segment Architecture Description; External ICDs; System/Segment Specification (SSS); Initial Capabilities Document (ICD)
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AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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| 1.2.1.1-4-3 Ensure system architecture development efforts and system view architecture is produced, as applicable |
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Ensure architecture consists of multiple views or perspectives that facilitate integration and promotes interoperability across the family of systems and system of systems and compatibility among related architectures.
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NA
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Cost / Design Trades and Analyses; System/Segment Architecture Description; Initial Capabilities Document (ICD)
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TOR-2004(3909)-3360 Rev 1, Systems Engineer's Major Reviews for National Security Space System Programs, Section 8.5.5; AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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| 1.2.1.1-4-4 Ensure selected architecture has been fully studied (feasibility, risk, technology, interfaces, etc.) and result is reflected in contract as awarded |
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Ensure traceability of the initial CDD to the architectural views, selected alternative, T&E and technology development strategies and system Enabling Concept and Operating Concept to assure consistency of requirements. Ensure that all discrepancies have been identified. Ensure that accuracy of system requirements, system design concept studies, system concept and requirement, analysis of alternate concept designs, system interfaces, interoperability, latest threat assessments, technology development requirements, and any risk areas have been addressed. Ensure the system concept addresses whether there is adequate spectrum available to support communication links.
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NA
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Cost / Design Trades and Analyses; System/Segment Architecture Description; Initial Capabilities Document (ICD)
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AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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| 1.2.1.1-4-5 Ensure architecture definition is mature before down select |
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Ensure that the RFP has identified the validated requirements, the MA standards, and requested data on contractor viability for producing the desired system within the defined cost and schedule constraints. Ensure any make buy/plan options guarantee performance at no additional cost to program.
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NA
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Cost / Design Trades and Analyses; System/Segment Architecture Description; Initial Capabilities Document (ICD)
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AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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| 1.2.1.1-4-6 Ensure the interface risk and impacts on other systems and architectures is evaluated and considered |
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NA
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NA
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Cost / Design Trades and Analyses; System/Segment Architecture Description; Initial Capabilities Document (ICD); External ICDs
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AFI 63-101, Acquisition and Sustainment Life Cycle Management, 8 April 2009 or equivalent; TOR-2009(8506)-8955, KDP A Independent Program Assessment (IPA) Evaluation Guide, 12 Feb 2009
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