Requirements Definition

•  Define Commodity Past/Future Requirements

o  This should be a high level effort that follows similar steps to the requirements definition process in the CSS process

o  The purpose of this step is to understand past buying patterns and volume of the overarching commodity. The team should also engage in a dialogue to understand the potential future needs

•  Develop CMP

o  The CMP document should be a consolidation of the team's findings from each of the previous steps and present the recommended way forward for the team

o  The recommended components of a CMP can be found here

•  Review CMP with Key Stakeholders (e.g., SCO, SB, etc.)

o  Ensure the team has reviewed the strategy and recommendations with key stakeholders, including but not limited to AFPEO/CM, Legal, Finance, and Small Business

o  Incorporate feedback into the CMP

•  Chair and Approve CMP

o  Engage the CSOs and schedule a meeting with them to review the CMP

o  Obtain approval to move forward on the recommended course(s) of action