The acquisition team shall use alternative means of dispute resolution to the maximum extent practicable. Alternate Disputes Resolution (ADR) techniques shall be used whenever possible to resolve all issues in controversy. The acquisition team shall attempt to use ADR prior to the commencement of litigation once unassisted negotiations have reached an impasse. Further, ADR shall be offered in litigation, unless one of the exceptions in 5 U.S.C. 572(b) applies or the policy set forth by Deputy General Counsel (Dispute Resolution (SAF/GCD) indicates that ADR is not appropriate. ADR shall also be used to resolve protests to the maximum extent practicable.
