(a) HHS has established a standard format for preparing an AP. The template for the AP is available on the ASFR/OGAPA/DA Internet Web site.
(b) OPDIVs may use the prescribed format without modification or use it as a guideline, as long as the format used by the OPDIV complies with the requirements specified in subparagraphs (c) and (d) below.
(c) An AP must consist of seven (7) parts with standard headings, as follows: Part I Transmittal and Approval Form.Part II Summary Sheet.Part III Project Considerations and Information.Part IV Clearance/Approval Checklist.Part V Acquisition Milestone Schedule.Part VI Independent Government Cost Estimate.Part VII Attachments.
(d) Within each of the seven parts, there are required components that an OPDIV cannot modify and specific areas where OPDIVs can make changes. The table in the Requirements and Responsibilities section of the AP cites the titles, paragraph/subparagraph headings, narrative, and other requirements that must appear in each part of an AP in the specified format, as well as permissible modifications.