Acronyms Used in Government Contracting (W)

Master list of the most frequently used government contracting acronyms. These acronyms and abbreviations are routinely used in government solicitations. You will also encounter these acronyms throughout the various sections of government contracts. This master list of acronyms will help you better understand the specialized language of government contracting. This is essential for successfully doing business with the Department of Defense (DoD) and working with contracting offices at military bases and DoD agencies.  You can also use our Glossary of defense contracting terms.

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WAN   Wide Area Network WBS   Work Breakdown Structure WCF   Working Capital Fund WIP   Work in Place WIPT   Working-Level Integrated Product Team WMD   Weapons of Mass Destruction WOSB   Woman-Owned Small Business WP   Work Package

WP/N   Weapons Procurement (Navy)  WPI   Wholesale Price Index WRA   Weapon Replacement Assembly WRM   War Reserve Materials WSA  Weapons Storage Area WSESRB   Weapon System Explosives Safety Review Board WSMP   Weapon System Master Plan  WTCV   Weapons and Tracked Combat Vehicles

 

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