CADE Newsletter: Volume 3, Issue 1
Our January 2022 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. Check out Volume 3, Issue 1 to find out the latest on:
What's New in CADE:2021 CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group Recap
Introducing the Cost Research Hub (CRH) - JIAT Rebranded
DoD Policy & GuidanceIf you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
cPet 2.8 released: Now with full SRDR Integration
The updated cPet 2.8 is now available for download from CADE CSDR Tools.
Key functions included in the update:
Excel templates and XML schemas for the updated SRDR forms are now available at CSDR DIDs & Forms.
If you have any questions on how to download or utilize the new features, please feel free to contact us at CADESupport@tecolote.com.
Thank you for attending the 2021 Virtual CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group!
Thank you for taking the time to join us for the Virtual CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group! We truly do value your input that will help influence the way the Department of Defense collects and leverages data more efficiently and effectively.
We believe the collaborative discussion of the CADE Initiatives will ultimately lead to a win-win for Industry and Government.
For those who missed a session or want to revisit a topic, the materials are available here: Focus Group presentations.
If you or any of your colleagues are interested in registering for future CADE Training and Outreach events, or accessing any of our online training, please visit CADE Training. In addition, the CADE website contains a wealth of resources on all CADE initiatives, including Flexfiles, Software, and Technical Data.CADE Newsletter: Volume 2, Issue 3, October 2021
Our October 2021 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. Check out Volume 2, Issue 3 to find out the latest on:
What's New in CADE:If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
You are invited to the OSD CAPE Cost and Technical Virtual Focus Group on October 19-20, 2021!
Summary:The Purpose of this Virtual Focus Group is to promote discussion amongst key individuals within the community in order to gain insight into their views and experiences related to the OSD CAPE Initiatives. CAPE would like to draw upon participants' experiences and reactions in a way that would not be feasible using other methods. This two-day event will provide updates on the FlexFile initiative, policy updates, IT applications, as well as COVID-19 cost reporting implications. There will be a series of Industry and Government panels to address specific topics and concerns across the community. Following each panel there will be a community feedback forum to collectively discuss and collaborate in order to formulate solutions and mitigation approaches for the aforementioned concerns. Broad participation is encouraged from both Government and Industry, across the cost and systems engineering communities.
Who Should Attend:Cost Analysts and Program personnel (Government and Industry) who are or will be involved in CSDR contracting and reporting and affected by OSD CAPE initiatives.
The Focus Group will enable you to:Inform your organization of the latest status on a variety of cost, software, and technical reporting, data collection, and policy initiatives.
Location:Per CDC social distancing guidelines and DoD travel restrictions, this event will be broadcasted virtually. WebEx details will be included inside the email invite sent to registered participants.
Read-ahead Material:The Read-ahead Material for this event is comprised of the latest on CADE policy: the Policy section of the CADE public site contains current Implementation Guides and Briefs for FlexFiles and all other initiatives.
We look forward to seeing you and having a candid discussion.
CADE Newsletter: Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2021
Our June 2021 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. Check out Volume 2, Issue 2 to find out the latest on:
What's New in CADE:If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
DoDM 5000.04, Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) Manual
The DoDM 5000.04, Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) Manual, was published on May 7, 2021. It provides additional guidance for the CSDR requirements found in Table 1, DoDI 5000.73. The DoDM 5000.04 incorporates and supersedes five earlier CAPE memorandums to address current CSDR requirements for Government and contractor performed efforts, PM, PCO, and CWIPT personnel, non-FAR agreements, and designates the CSDR plan approval authorities.
CADE 201 Course LIVE in CADE Learn LMS! Register Today!
If you or any of your colleagues are interested in registering for future CADE Training and Outreach events, or accessing any of our online training, please visit https://cade.osd.mil/support. There is a wealth of resources on FlexFiles and other initiatives on our CADE website as well. CADE 201- Intermediate Course Summary:
CADE 201 instills confidence in analysts to plan for, access, and analyze the new generation of CADE data. Lessons include:Thank you for attending the CADE Cost Integrated Process Team!
Thank you for taking the time to join us for the VIRTUAL CADE Cost Integrated Process Team on February 23, 2021. We truly do value your input that will help influence the way the Department of Defense collects and leverages data more efficiently and effectively.
We believe the collaborative discussion of the CADE Initiatives will ultimately lead to a win-win for Industry and Government.
Please check out the presentations displayed during the CIPT for a RECAP!
New Contractor Business Data Report (1921-3) DID update and Data Model!
The Contractor Business Data Report (1921-3) has a new Data Item Description (DID) and data model.
For the past two years the OSD Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) has piloted a new Contractor Business Data Report and reporting format. The new DID is a collaboration of Government and industry feedback from the pilot process. Information on the new DID and the data model format can be found here: https://cade.osd.mil/policy/1921-3
CADE Newsletter: Volume 2, Issue 1, March 2021
Our March 2021 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. Check out Volume 2, Issue 1 to find out the latest on:
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
MIL-STD-881E Standard Plan Templates Update
The CSDR Plan Standards, which have been created for all major system types as reflected in the appendices of MIL-STD-881E Work Breakdown Structures for Defense Materiel Items, have been updated. These Standards serve as templates, so rather than starting from scratch for each contract or copying an old CSDR Plan that may itself have shortcomings, the CWIPT has a running start in establishing their new CSDR plan.
Please see the CSDR Plan Standards page to to learn more about Standard plans and download your standard CSDR Plan templates by commodity and phase.
DoD Cost Estimating Guide: Version 1.0 just released
The OSD Cost Assessment & Program Evaluation (CAPE), in collaboration with Agencies and Services across the Department, just released version 1.0 of the DoD Cost Estimating Guide, a DoD-level resource for a consistent and repeatable cost estimating process.
This document provides guidance--not mandates--for estimators across the cost community. It is both a starting point for new cost estimators and an excellent resource for the experienced cost analyst, featuring a comprehensive description of the cost estimating process, consistent terminology, consolidated lists of references and training resources, and links between DoD Policies and Component Guides.
See the Cost Estimating page to download and learn more about this excellent resource, including its current features as well as planned content for version 2.0.
CADE Newsletter: Volume 1, Issue 3, December 2020
Our December 2020 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. In Volume 1, Issue 3 of the CADE Newsletter, we provide information on:
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
OSD CAPE Cost and Technical Virtual Focus Group on October 21-22, 2020
Agenda | Focus Group Meeting Minutes
Once you have registered, an email will be sent with details on accessing the Focus Group.
Summary:
The Purpose of this Virtual Focus Group is to promote discussion amongst key individuals within the community in order to gain insight into their views and experiences related to the OSD CAPE Initiatives. CAPE would like to draw upon participants' experiences and reactions in a way that would not be feasible using other methods. This two-day event will provide updates on the FlexFile initiative, policy updates, IT applications, as well as COVID-19 cost reporting implications. There will be a series of Industry and Government panels to address specific topics and concerns across the community. Following each panel there will be a community feedback forum to collectively discuss and collaborate in order to formulate solutions and mitigation approaches for the aforementioned concerns. Broad participation is encouraged from both Government and Industry, across the cost and systems engineering communities.
Who Should Attend:
Cost Analysts and Program personnel (Government and Industry) who are or will be involved in CSDR contracting and reporting and affected by OSD CAPE initiatives.
The Focus Group will enable you to:
Inform your organization of the latest status on a variety of cost, software, and technical reporting, data collection, and policy initiatives.
CADE Newsletter: Volume 1, Issue 2, August 2020
Our August 2020 CADE Newsletter is available for viewing. In Volume 1, Issue 2 of the CADE Newsletter, we provide information on:
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact CADESupport@tecolote.com.
CADE 201 Virtual Course Available
Register NOW for the CADE 201Virtual Course!! See CADE Training Events to register and download the course material.
CADE 201 instructs analysts how to:
Plan for the new generation of dataCAPE COVID-19 Data Collection memo
The global pandemic is having an undeniable impact on society as a whole and the defense industrial base in particular, with disruptions to the workforce, production facilities, and the supply chain. As mission-essential programs and their industry partners do their utmost to deliver needed capability to the warfighter, it is crucial that we understand COVID-19 effects on program cost, schedule, and performance and capture them in real time to support future analysis and decision-making.
To this end, OSD CAPE has issued a memorandum in coordination with the Acquisition community to provide “COVID-19 Cost and Performance Data Collection Guidance.” Highlights include:
Government and Industry alike are encouraged to participate in the CIPT in June and CADE Focus Group in October to help shape approaches. Registration will be available at https://cade.osd.mil/support/events. Other COVID-19 guidance can be found on the DPC website.
Introducing our new CADE Newsletter
We are proud to announce the launch of the CADE Newsletter: Volume 1, Issue 1, April 2020 . This publication will be a quarterly review of features added, policy changes and training updates that affect both our industry and government partners. Our goal with this newsletter is to create something that is informative and beneficial to our readers. We chose a quarterly schedule to ensure that our correspondence is never overwhelming and that the content delivered covers new enhancements and bug fixes that we make every six to eight weeks. All future editions will be located here as well.
This inaugural issue provides information on:
CADE COVID-19 Announcement
We realize that many of you are working under challenging conditions, and we want to reassure you that CADE is open as your 24/7 data source. Our array of online resources and the dedicated team behind them remain in place.
Due to travel restrictions and health concerns, all CADE Regional Training events have been deferred to June at the earliest. We are automatically re-enrolling all registrants for the new dates. Remember that courses are available on demand via our Bridge learning management system (LMS) at https://cade.bridgeapp.com/.
The CADE Portal continues to support CSDR Planning activities, and reports are due from Industry as previously scheduled. As always, if you have any questions or issues, please contact the CADE Help Desk at CADESupport@tecolote.com.
The Updated DoDI 5000.73 – Cost Analysis Guidance and Procedures
The updated DoDI 5000.73, Cost Analysis Guidance and Procedures, dated March 13, 2020, establishes the policies for cost analyses, independent cost estimates, and cost data collection in the DoD. The CSDR requirements and reporting thresholds are listed in Section 4: Data Collection, Table 1. Cost Data Reporting Requirements. DoDI 5000.73 also replaces Enclosure 10, Cost Estimating and Reporting, and other cost estimating requirements from the prior version of DoDI 5000.02, Operation of the Defense Acquisition System. To learn more please read here: https://cade.osd.mil/policy/csdr-timeline.
New Policies Available
Feel free to visit https://aaf.dau.edu/aaf/ to see all four new policies and additional information on them:
1. Software Acquisition Pathway Interim Policy and Procedures, January 3, 2020 (New) --- Establishes direction, responsibilities, and procedures for the management of the Software Acquisition Pathway as the preferred path for acquisition and development of software-intensive systems.
2. DODI 5000.74: Defense Acquisition of Services, January 10, 2020 (Major Revision) --- Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides direction for the acquisition of services. Additionally, it establishes a management structure for the acquisition of services and provides implementation procedures.
3. DODI 5000.80: Operation of the Middle Tier of Acquisition, December 30, 2019 (New) --- Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and prescribes procedures for the management of the middle tier of acquisition for rapid prototyping and rapid fielding in Section 804 of Public Law 114-92
4. DODI 5000.81: Urgent Capability Acquisition, December 31, 2019 (New) --- Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides procedures for acquisition programs that provide capabilities to fulfill urgent operational needs and other quick reaction capabilities that can be fielded in less than 2 years.
Event Calendar now to include events across the cost community!
The CADE Events Calendar now includes not just CADE training events, but also other events of interest to the cost community such as working groups or Cost Integrated Product Team (CIPT) meetings.
If you know about an event that should be included here, please email us at cadesupport@tecolote.com and let us know!
The Ground Vehicle Systems CARD Template Now Available!
The Ground Vehicle commodity CARD file is now available for use here: https://cade.osd.mil/policy/card. These commodity CARD files should be considered as a starting point when building a new CARD.
cPet 2.7 is now available!
The updated cPet 2.7 is now available for download on the CADE CSDR Tools page.
The Key cPet Functions include:
If you have any questions on how to download or utilize the new features, please feel free to contact CADESupport@Tecolote.com
The FlexFile Standard Plans are now available!
The FlexFile Standard CSDR Plans serve as templates for creating a CSDR plan, so rather than starting from scratch for each contract or copying an old Plan, the CWIPT has a running start in establishing the new Plan. The templates were designed and updated to improve the DD Form 2794 CSDR Plan by extending the content within. These standards should be considered as your starting point when building a new CSDR plan. Tailoring of the content within each plan is left up to the discretion of individual CWIPTs but please note major deviations from these standard templates must be annotated by each CWIPT and approved by each service’s CSDR plan approval chain of command.
Thank you for attending the CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group!
Thank you for taking the time to join us for the CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group at the Boeing Washington Conference Center on July 16-17, 2019. We truly do value your input that will help influence the way the Department of Defense collects and leverages data more efficiently and effectively.
We believe the collaborative discussion of the CADE Initiatives will ultimately lead to a win-win for Industry and Government.
Please see the Focus Group presentations displayed during the Focus Group.
If you or any of your colleagues are interested in registering for future CADE Training and Outreach events, or accessing any of our online training, please visit https://cade.osd.mil/support. There is a wealth of resources on FlexFiles and other initiatives on our CADE website as well.
Sincerely,
The CADE Team
CADE Cost and Technical Focus Group
July 16-17, 2019
Register Here and View the Agenda Here!
The Purpose of this 2-Day Focus Group is to promote discussion amongst key individuals within the community in order to gain insight into their views and experiences related to the OSD CAPE Initiatives. CAPE would like to draw upon participants' experiences and reactions in a way that would not be feasible using other methods. The first day will a joint session focusing on Cost Data, including FlexFiles, and Technical Data, including Software. The second day will be Government Only focusing on Cost Estimating Data Challenges & CSDR Usage. Each day, there will be a series of Industry and Government panels to address specific topics and concerns across the community. Following each panel there will be a community feedback forum to collectively discuss and collaborate in order to formulate solutions and mitigation approaches for the aforementioned concerns. Both days will also feature plenary as well as contractor breakout sessions. Broad participation is encouraged from both Government and Industry, across the cost and systems engineering communities.
Registration: The Link for all Training Events and Focus Groups: https://cade.osd.mil/support/events
Location: Boeing Regional HQ - 929 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington, VA 22202 (Washington Conference Center)
Read-ahead Material: The read-ahead material, comprising the most current Implementation Guides and Briefs for FlexFiles and all other initiatives can be found here: https://cade.osd.mil/policy.
Working Lunch: There will also be a working lunch with Industry and Government leadership and CAPE leadership to discuss any concerns that were not appropriate for the plenary session.
Food & Beverages: Lunch will be catered and we ask that you bring a mere $10 in CASH to cover your meal expense.
Plan for lots of dialogue! We look forward to seeing you and having a candid discussion.
Implementation of Cost and Hour Report (FlexFile) and Quantity Data Reports within the Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) System
Beginning on May 15, 2019, the default cost reporting formats for new CSDR plans will be the Cost and Hour Report "FlexFile" and Quantity Data reports in place of the legacy DD 1921 series formats. You can read more about this effort in the Implementation of Cost and Hour Report (FlexFile) and Quantity Data Reports within the Cost and Software Data Reporting (CSDR) System memo signed on March 22, 2019.
CADE Selected Acquisition Report (SAR) Database Now Available in CADE - Applications
The CADE team is happy to announce the availability of the CADE SAR Database as a CADE Portal Application as of February 4, 2019. The application is a seamless union of authoritative DAMIR SAR data (1997-present) and, for historical completeness, select non-DAMIR legacy SAR data (from recognized meritorious Service databases previously keystroked from authoritative 1969-1996 paper SARs). CADE users with any role can access this application by following these simple steps below:
Data Views are used to query the database one program and one submission at a time. Each view presents that portion of the selected SAR submission on the screen. Each resultant screen can be downloaded as an excel file to your desktop for your further use. Navigate to the SAR Data View via the top row menu to select a screen. Most of these views are filtered by Program, Subprogram (when applicable), and submission date. Some of these have additional screen-unique filters.
While the Data View feature provided a means to query the database one program and submission at a time, the Bulk Download feature provides a means to retrieve data across programs in one action. Navigate to the SAR Bulk Downloads via the top row menu to select a bulk download. Each bulk download has three filters: Service, Status (Active/Inactive), and a submission date range. This instance of the application limits the data range to two years as the intent is to enable annual updates to individual user’s off-line analytical tools.
Note the first menu item underneath the SAR Data Views is the SAR Overview Screen. This screen provides a visual assist in knowing what could be expected to exist prior to navigating to the data views and working the filters. The overview screen helps determine SAR DB content and avoid futile queries looking for data on other screens that will not exist. Query is by program (not subprogram). The PNO is selected and all of that PNO’s submissions are presented. The inventory screen also shows Context Tags to aid in identifying submissions nearest certain Milestones.
CSDR Reporting now Required for ACAT II Programs
As of January 4, 2019, Mr. Bob Daigle has signed a memo with updated Implementation of cost data reporting requirements for ACAT II programs in accordance with Section 2334(g). Cost reporting plan approval for ACAT II programs is delegated to the MILDEP Cost Center Director or the Component equivalent. The waiver of cost reporting requirements on required programs may only be granted by the CAPE Deputy Director, Cost Assessment.
2018 DOD Cost Analysis Symposium (September 26-27, 2018)
The 2018 Department of Defense Cost Analysis Symposium (DoDCAS) will take place on September 26-27, 2018 at the Scott Hall at Defense Acquisition University (DAU) at the Fort Belvoir Campus. The theme of this 49th DoDCAS is Section 804 and Rapid Acquisition.
Please see the agenda below:
Agenda_2018 Department of Defense Cost Analysis Symposium
Read-Ahead Material:
Middle Tier of Acquisition (Rapid Prototyping/Rapid Fielding) Interim Authority and Guidance, April 2018
Middle Tier Acquisition and Acquisition Agility Guidance, April 2018
Air Force Guidance Memorandum for Rapid Acquisition Activities, June 2018
Implementation of Cost Data Reporting Requirements for Middle Tier Acquisition Programs, August 2018
DoDI 5000.02 and Rapid Acquisition – Yes Rapid!, August 2018
Army: Implementing Acquisition Streamlining and Cultural Change, December 2017
LMS Launch Announcement
Starting on September 6, 2018, all CADE stakeholders will have access to CADE training from the convenience of their own desk! As we continue to develop the platform and add courses, you may receive an occasional email notifying you that you’ve been enrolled in a new course. Bridge will also organize and track your learning. For managers, it allows them to track everyone in one easy-to-use dashboard and eases the reporting process.
We completely understand how busy everyone is this time of year, so we’ve tried to make taking courses as easy as possible. Bridge is also an online learning environment that you can access from your phone, tablet, or personal computer.
There are two ways to register!
CADE ACCOUNT HOLDERS: You will automatically receive an email on September 6, 2018 from the “CADE Training Team” with your personalized link to register.
NON-CADE ACCOUNT HOLDERS: No CADE account? Don’t worry! You can register for an account at https://survey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6igQqlkXPp9xuaF
And, if at any time you need help, you can contact the CADE Training Team. Click here to get in contact with the CADE Training Team.
Sincerely,
The CADE Training Team
CADE Focus Group Read-Ahead Material and a Thank you!!!
The CADE Cost and Technical Focus group at Lockheed Martin on June 27-28, 2018 was a great success. We truly do value the input that will help influence the the way the Department of Defense collects data more efficiently and effectively. We believe the collaborative discussion of the CADE Initiatives will ultimately lead to a win-win for Industry and Government.
For more guidance and information on the CADE Initiatives, please visit https://cade.osd.mil/policy.
If you or any of your colleagues are interested in registering future for CADE Training and Outreach events, please visit https://cade.osd.mil/support.
Please see below all of the read-ahead material discussed at our Focus group sessions.
CAPE-CADE Focus Group on June 27-28 in Crystal City, VA
The CADE-DCARC team will be hosting the OSD CAPE CADE Focus Group 27-28 June in Crystal City.
The Purpose of this 2-Day Focus Group is to promote discussion amongst key individuals within the community in order to gain insight into their views and experiences related to the OSD CAPE Initiatives. CAPE would like to draw upon participants' attitudes, feelings, beliefs, experiences and reactions in a way that would not be feasible using other methods.
The first day will focus on Cost Data, including FlexFiles, while the second day will focus on Technical Data, including Software. Each day, there will be a series of Industry and Government panels to address specific topics and concerns across the community. Following each panel there will be a community feedback forum to collectively discuss and collaborate in order to formulate solutions and mitigation approaches for the aforementioned concerns. Both days will also feature plenary as well as contractor breakout sessions. Broad participation is encouraged from both Government and Industry, across the cost and systems engineering communities.
Details below:
Registration:
The Link for all Training Events and Focus Groups:
https://cade.osd.mil/support/events
Location: Global Vision Center Lockheed Martin 2121 Crystal Drive Arlington, VA 22202
Read-ahead Material: The read-ahead material, comprising the most current Implementation Guide and Briefs for all Initiatives, will be sent to registrants during the early June timeframe in order to provide ample time for review before the focus group.
Plan for lots of dialogue! There will also be a working lunch (invite only) with Industry and Government leadership and CAPE leadership to discuss any concerns that were not appropriate for the plenary session.
We look forward to seeing you and having a candid discussion.
April 2018 MIL-STD-881D Now Available
The April 2018 MIL-STD-881D is Now Available. The MIL-STD-881D, effective April 9, 2018, and superseding MIL-STD-881C, shall be implemented for all MDAP and MAIS programs that meet the requirements for CSDR reporting. Click here for more information.
2017 DID Approvals, 1921-3 Pilot Memo, and Non-ACAT I Data Reporting Requirements
The current November 2017 DID Approvals are now available, for more info, visit: Cade.osd.mil/Policy/DIDs
Also, the 1921-3 Draft Pilot DID is now available - For more info, visit: Cade.osd.mil/Policy/1921-3
The "CAPE Non-ACAT I Data Reporting Requirements Guidance Memo" is now Available" click here: CAPE Data Reporting Requirements in Accordance with FY17 NDAA
New Features Alert!
CADE has released some new features to the Portal Home, Data & Analytics and CSDR-Submit-Review (CSDR-SR) Applications.
Below is an overview of the new features in the CADE 7.0 release by Application:
Portal Home:
Dashboard Tile Improvements: Updated several dashboard tiles to ease CSDR Reviewer & Submitter access submissions for review and submission events to upload data. You can now click the plus sign in the top right corner of the Portal Home page upon logging into CADE to add these new tiles.
Data & Analytics:
1921-3 & FPR Browse – Allows users to browse and search for 1921-3 data & Forward Pricing Rates (FPR) data. You can navigate to the My CADE dropdown and select “1921-3 & FPR Browse” to find this feature.
Business Base Data Availability – Displays 1921-3 and FPR data for contractors with contracts for a given program. Individual contractor business units are listed by location and by the number of 1921-3 data and FPRs available. You can find this feature when you select a program below the Program Contracts and Data Availability table.
CARD Widget – This new widget makes all uploaded CARDs accessible in Data and Analytics. This feature is available when you select a program below the Key Events widget.
CSDR-SR:
Program Planning Module (PPM) Updates – The PPM has been updated with several new features to assist CSDR Reviewers during the planning process. These features include the following:
You can find these by navigating to a program inside the PPM.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Help Desk at 253-564-1979 x1 or via email at cadesupport@tecolote.com.
- The CADE Team