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The Navy Price Fighters and Program Manager Advanced Amphibious Assault team received the 'Creativity in Contracting' Award for their innovative acquisition strategy on the USMC ACV-30 program. They successfully negotiated a lower price, saving the program from a significant budget increase. The team's efforts resulted in a more fiscally responsible outcome for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle program.
This award recognizes the team's innovative approach to acquisition, which can serve as a model for future defense contracting efforts. The team's ability to secure a better price for the ACV-30 program demonstrates the importance of effective negotiation and fiscal stewardship in defense acquisition.
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