MODUK DEF STAN 00-040: PART 01 PDF

This Part of the Defence Standard provides a general introduction to the means of achieving R&M and details the specific measures to be adopted by MOD Sponsors, Project Managers and contractors. It recognises that the technical management activities that are required for the achievement of R&M parameters are dependent upon the particular nature of the materiel being designed, developed and manufactured; and the unique uses to which that materiel will be dedicated when in Service use.

It has three main sections describing the responsibilities of:

a) the Sponsor (representing the user); Clause 2.1 Refers;

b) the Purchaser (Procuring Authority); Clause 2.2 Refers;

c) the Supplier (Contractor); Clause 2.3 Refers.

It describes general requirements for R&M programmes; Clause 3 Refers.