scope:

This standard establishes uniform procedures for the preparation of Data Item Descriptions (DIDs).

The provisions of this standard apply to all DoD components and contractors who are responsible for the preparation of new and revised DIDs intended for use in defense contracts.

This standard covers the following types of DIDs:

DIDs approved for repetitive acquisition use.

One-Time DIDs - DIDs approved for one-time acquisition use which is associated with a unique data requirement applicable to a single contract, or to multiple contracts associated with a single acquisition program.

intended Use:

DIDs conforming to the requirements of this standard are intended for use as military standardization documents and are listed in the AMSDL.