TDP elements procurable under this standard are intended for use in a wide variety of functions in the life cycle of materiel developed for the Department of Defense. Some examples of these functions are design evaluation, design development, provisioning, procurement (competitive and non-competitive), manufacture, transportation, installation, maintenance, modification, and engineering and logistics support. TDP data management products are intended for use by the Procuring Activity in ensuring that TDP elements acquired under this standard conform to contractual requirements.