Federal Contracting Acronym
WAWF
Wide Area Workflow
Plain-English definition
Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) is a core federal acquisition term used in regulations, solicitations, and contract administration. Pricing and finance terms relate to cost principles, audits, and proposal buildup. Contractors use them when preparing BOEs, supporting incurred-cost submissions, and negotiating rates.
Why it matters
Incorrect CLIN/SLIN mapping in WAWF delays payment on DoD awards.
Where you will see it
DoD contract administration, receiving reports (DD 250), and payment offices.
Example in context
When reviewing a solicitation, a contractor confirms how WAWF is used in the notice, whether related clauses apply, and which internal subject-matter experts should validate the response.