SG 3.1 Establish an Understanding of the Agreement

CMMI for Acquisition, version 1.2

4. Generic Goals and Generic Practices, and the Process Areas

4.23. Solicitation and Supplier Agreement Development

SG 3 Establish Supplier Agreements

SG 3.1 Establish an Understanding of the Agreement

Process Area	SSAD
Level	2
Goal	SG 3
Practice	SP 3.1

Establish and maintain a mutual understanding of the agreement with selected suppliers and end users based on acquisition needs and the suppliers’ proposed approaches.

Points of clarification and ambiguities may arise after award of the supplier agreement; therefore, the acquirer should work with the supplier to ensure that a mutual understanding is maintained through the life of the project (e.g., supplier workshops and executive meetings).

Typical Work Products

1. Correspondence clarifying elements of the agreement

2. Frequently asked questions (for use with end users and other suppliers)

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