Step 1

To complete the application process, visit the Career Acquisition Management Portal (CAMP) at https://apps.asc.army.mil/camp. Read the Acceptable Use Policy and click “I understand and accept.” Then:

1. Click on AAPDS
2. Click Apply
3. Select the 51C Accession Panel

You’ll be directed to the application page. Upload all required documents with designated naming conventions annotated in the application. Once all required documents are uploaded, you’ll be able to submit your packet.

If you experience issues logging in or uploading documents, please contact the Proponent NCOs at: usarmy.belvoir.usaasc.mbx.nco@army.mil.

Step 2

Application packets submitted as a single combined file will not be accepted. Each attachment must be a legible Adobe PDF file submitted separately. Sample documents are provided in the following section.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email once their application has been properly submitted in CAMP.

All Soldiers will be notified via email of their approval or disapproval status within 90 days after the conclusion of each review panel. Board results will also be published after all applicants have been notified directly on the USAASC website.

 Step 3

Upon acceptance into MOS 51C, Soldiers must coordinate with their current MOS Talent Manager to request a branch release, and with HRC to secure a class seat in the Army Acquisition Transition Course (AATC). MOS 51C will be officially awarded upon successful completion of the required training. Acceptance letters remain valid for four months from the date of receipt.

FY26:

Application Window: 12 January-12 April 2026

Board Convenes: 11 May 2026

All Soldiers will be notified via email of their approval or disapproval status within 90 days after the conclusion of each review panel. Board results will also be published after all applicants have been notified directly on the USAASC website.

Contracting NCOs and Contracting Officers are part of a logistical supply plan. These Soldiers create, examine, and monitor contractual agreements between an organization and the vendor who is providing supplies or services to the unit.

51C Contracting NCOs are experts in purchasing goods and services, conducting market research, determining price fair and reasonableness, negotiating, and evaluating suppliers. These Soldiers ensure contractors are remaining compliant with contract guidelines.

Contractual obligations between the United States Government (51C Contracting NCO) and a vendor/contractor support the warfighter. These actions are what provide all materials, from uniforms, chairs and desks, gear to deploy with, military vehicles and weapons. Work as a 51C Contracting NCO is not any different from looking to purchase goods or services online, buying a car, or a home. The Army is looking for the best deal or best value for Army organizations and units, in both garrison and deployed environments.

Reclassification guidance and prerequisites for Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 51C – Acquisition, Logistics & Technology Contracting Noncommissioned Officer.

1. Reclassification Prerequisites to apply for MOS 51C are as follows:

• • Active Component NCOs (Sergeant–Staff Sergeant) with under 10 years Time in Service at the time the panel convenes may apply and be selected without a waiver. Those with more than 10 but fewer than 12 years may apply and be selected with an approved waiver from the Director, Acquisition Career Management (DACM), which will be determined during the panel. Waivers will not be considered for NCOs with more than 12 years of service.
  • SGTs do not need to be promotable; however, the CMF 51 Proponent SGM will not consider Active‑Duty Soldiers with fewer than 24 months as an E‑5, and time as a Corporal does not count. SGTs must be eligible for promotion to the next rank, and those without ALC credit will receive it upon completing the Army Acquisition Transition Course.
  • NCOs must show successful ratings as an SGT or SSG with demonstrated potential, supported by NCOERs covering four or more years before the board panel date, not just the most recent four. This requirement includes any DA Form 1059s and Academic Evaluation Reports (AERs). If an NCO does not have enough rated time to meet four years, they must submit all available NCOERs along with any DA Form 1059s and AERs.
  • A Senior Rater memorandum for record is required if the NCO’s last NCOER “Thru” date is prior to the opening of the application window. The current Senior Rater must address any gaps in rated time, to include the period between the NCO’s last NCOER/AER and packet submission date. The memorandum must provide an honest assessment of the NCO’s overall performance and potential and should address blocks of NCOER as close as possible.
  • NCOs must submit a DA 4187 signed by a Company Commander or higher, confirming stability in personal affairs IAW AR 600‑20, compliance with height and weight standards IAW AR 600‑9, no temporary profile, and no derogatory information in their OMPF. HRC will conduct additional checks for derogatory information and profile status before the board convenes. If any derogatory information is found or the NCO is on a temporary profile (with some exceptions), the CMF Proponent will notify the NCO of removal from consideration via email.
  • NCOs are ineligible for consideration if they are on assignment instructions or have not been at their current duty station for at least 9 months at the time of the panel. Those serving OCONUS on tours of two years or more must have completed 24 months by the panel date. NCOs on a one‑year short tour may apply without restriction.
  • NCOs with a bachelor’s and master’s degree must provide a legible copy of each transcript with conferment date and each diploma. An Education Center Memorandum and Education Plan are not required.
  • NCOs with an associate degree must provide transcripts with conferment date, the diploma, an Education Plan Memorandum showing progress toward a bachelor’s degree, and an Education Center MFR validating non‑duplicate credits toward the bachelor’s.
  • NCOs with college credits but no degree must submit legible copies of all transcripts, an Education Center Memorandum validating total non‑duplicate credit hours, and an Education Plan showing progress toward a bachelor’s degree.
  • NCOs must provide proof of a current SECRET security clearance or higher (no interim clearances). The Unit Security Manager must issue an MFR verifying the NCO’s SECRET or higher clearance.
  • NCOs may not have any derogatory information in their OMPF, including restricted files, that reflects a conviction for a crime involving moral turpitude or anything that negatively reflects on their character, honesty, or integrity. This requirement also applies to maintaining MOS qualification.
  • Exhibit stability in personal affairs IAW AR 600-20, including, but not limited to, being able to receive and retain a government credit card/travel card, and single parents must have a viable Family Care Plan.
  • NCOs must submit a current ATIS training record to show all ACFT/AFT data and Height and Weight with Body Fat Worksheet Data if applicable (Instruction will be provided within the application). Validation of the most current AFT will be included in the body of the NCOs DA 4187 signed by the company commander.
  • A current DA 3349 is required with every application. NCOs may be on temporary profile at time of board submission; however, they must be able to clear the profile and take an AFT prior to attendance in, and at the Army Acquisition Transition Course (AATC).

2. NCOs must possess the following qualifications to be AWARDED and MAINTAIN MOS 51C:

• • NCOs must be eligible for reclassification IAW AR 614-200.
  • Successfully complete 51C reclassification training. MOS 51C is not awarded until completion of training (See DA PAM 611-21).
  • A minimum passing AFT score.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain official military passport.
  • NCOs must have a maximum profile (PULHES) rating of 222222.
  • Minimum of a 110 GT Score (NON WAIVERABLE).
  • Be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Possess a security clearance of SECRET or higher.
  • Have a valid driver’s license issued by a U.S. State or Territory.
  • NCOs must maintain their deployable status as outlined in AR 40-501 and AR 600-60.
  • NCOs must provide a statement agreeing to the Service Remaining Requirement (SRR) in DA PAM 611‑21, Chapter 10 (60 months for MOS 51C). They must serve an additional 60 months after completing reclassification training and must re‑enlist to meet this requirement before course attendance. NCOs who do not meet the SRR within 30 days of course attendance will be dis‑ Once MOS 51C is awarded, reclassification into another enlisted MOS during the 60‑month SRR is not authorized.
  • Formal training and successful completion of MOS 51C qualification course(s) is mandatory before the award of the MOS.

Active Component inquiries may be directed to usarmy.belvoir.usaasc.mbx.nco@army.mil. You may also contact the 51C Reclassification Proponent NCO, SSG Summer McMahon, at summer.l.mcmahon.mil@army.mil or (703) 835‑5197.

 MOS 51C Security Clearance

 Career Counselor Memorandum

 MOS 51C DA Form 4187

Soldier Reclassification Request

Example Education Plan

SR MFR Example Framework

Required Documents:

• • 4187 (Signed by your Company Commander)
  • Soldier Talent Profile with redacted photo and demographic information (i.e. race, ethnicity, and gender).
  • NCOERs (last 4 years)
  • All Academic Evaluation Reports (DA 1059s)
  • DTMS Training Record with all ACFT/AFT and Height/Weight Information
  • Current DA Form 3349 (Even if no current profile) https://medpros.mods.army.mil/
  • Career Counselor Memorandum
  • Soldier Reclassification Request
  • Security Clearance Verification Memorandum
  • NCOs with a bachelor’s and master’s degree, copy of transcripts with conferment date and diploma only
  • NCOs with college credits only, copy of most current transcripts and Education Center Memorandum and Education Plan
  • Additional Documentation in .PDF only (i.e. Letters of Recommendation, etc)

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