Is it true that commercial item must undergo the same Governmental testing as a newly developed item before it is acquired for use by the Department of Defense?

No, commercial items do not typically undergo the same extensive governmental testing as newly developed items before being acquired by the Department of Defense (DoD). The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) allows for the use of commercial items with reduced testing requirements, provided they meet certain standards and specifications. This approach is intended to expedite the procurement process and leverage existing commercial technologies. However, the DoD may still impose specific requirements based on the item's intended use and criticality.