What type of items can be identified using the new Non-Standard Item format?

The Non-Standard Item format is specifically designed to identify items that do not fit the traditional military categorization, allowing for flexibility in item management. Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) items are products that are readily available in the commercial market and can be utilized for military purposes without modification. This designation supports the acquisition processes by streamlining the procurement of items that can enhance operational capability while providing cost-effective solutions.

In the context of the Global Combat Support System (GCSS), utilizing the Non-Standard Item format for COTS items facilitates inventory tracking, planning, and logistics efforts. This approach recognizes the practical implications of using commercially available solutions in military operations, enhancing responsiveness and adaptability to mission requirements.

Other options, such as standard military equipment, custom manufactured products, and non-commercial suppliers, do not align as closely with the intent of the Non-Standard Item format, which focuses on the inclusion of commercially available items that aren’t specifically designed for military use but can still fulfill military needs efficiently.