When are units required to update a base support plan (BSP)?

Units are required to update a base support plan (BSP) biennially to ensure that the plan remains relevant and accurately reflects the current operating environment, resource availability, and mission requirements. This regular updating process helps to maintain the effectiveness of the BSP, ensuring that it incorporates any changes in logistics, mission priorities, or staffing, and remains aligned with the broader goals of the organization.

While annual updates may seem beneficial for keeping plans current, biennial updates strike a balance between maintaining up-to-date information and not overburdening resources with constant revisions. The requirement for updates every five years would not adequately address the fast-paced changes often experienced in logistics and operational planning, and waiting until "as needed" could lead to outdated information being used in critical situations where timely support is essential. Therefore, the biennial requirement ensures a systematic approach to maintaining the BSP, reflecting both stability and flexibility in logistics planning.