What is Other Transaction Authority?
Other Transaction Authority (OTA) is a flexible contracting mechanism used by various U.S. federal agencies—most prominently the Department of Defense (DoD)—to accelerate research, development, and prototyping without the constraints of traditional Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). OTAs are primarily used for innovative projects and partnerships with non-traditional defense contractors.
Here are some resources you will find helpful in understanding OTAs:
DOD Other Transactions Guide (July 2023)
Congressional Research Service Information paper on OTAs
Brief Information Paper on OTAs
Information on Consortia
You will find these resources helpful as you learn more about OTAs.