((a)) ** .—** The Commandant shall establish an acquisition directorate to provide guidance and oversight for the implementation and management of all Coast Guard acquisition processes, programs, and projects.

((b)) ** .—** The mission of the acquisition directorate is—

((1)) to acquire and deliver assets and systems that increase operational readiness, enhance mission performance, and create a safe working environment;

((2)) to assist in the development of a workforce that is trained and qualified to further the Coast Guard’s missions and deliver the best-value products and services to the Nation; and

((3)) to meet the needs of customers of major acquisition programs in the most cost-effective manner practicable.