scope:

Purpose. To establish policy and procedures, delegate authority, and assign responsibilities within the Department of the Navy (DON) to incentivize the military and civilian workforce to reinvigorate innovation and recognize those who contribute significantly to improving the DON. This program is established per reference (a) and Subchapter 451 of reference (b) and should be read in conjunction with Subchapter 451.1 and Guide 451-02 of reference (c).

Applicability. This instruction applies to the Office of the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), the Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC), all U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps installations, commands, activities, field offices, and all other organizational entities within the DON .