SMCI 63-106 (2012), SPACE AND MISSILES CENTER (SMC) INSTRUCTION: SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS (S&S) (11-JUN-2012)

SMCI 63-106 (2012), SPACE AND MISSILES CENTER (SMC) INSTRUCTION: SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS (S&S) (11-JUN-2012)., This instruction directs the development, use, and maintenance of specifications and standards (S&S) as an integral element of the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) technical baseline in acquisition processes. The appropriately selected and tailored S&S shall be included in all solicitations, placed on contract, managed as part of the technical baseline, and implemented appropriately through the supplier chain, for SMC’s total portfolio of launch vehicles, space vehicles, ground systems, user equipment, missile systems, facilities and research. Compliance with this instruction is mandatory for all SMC organizations planning for, acquiring, or managing product support for SMC-developed space and missile systems. Non-compliance with SMC Instruction (SMCI) 63-106 is not punitive under Article 92, or other articles of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility using the Air Force Information Management Tool (AF IMT) 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route AF IMT 847s from the field through the appropriate chain of command. Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule located at https://afrims.amc.af.mil/.