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The Government Accountability Office has released an exposure draft establishing standardized testing and evaluation best practices for commercial off-the-shelf acquisitions. The guide aims to help federal and defense leaders streamline tech integration, mitigate cost overruns, and provide contractors clear evaluation benchmarks.

The U.S. Army's fielding of the Infantry Squad Vehicle showcases a streamlined acquisition blueprint leveraging commercial off-the-shelf technology to deliver enhanced tactical mobility for nine-person infantry squads at lower costs.