The record positions 24-29 contain the quantity of supplied item. The record positions 30-43 contain the document number of the requisition. The record position 44 contains the Suffix code when applicable. The Suffix code applies to requisitions with partial issue or shipment. The record positions 45-50 contain the supplementary address from the requisition. The record position 51 contains the same Signal cede from the requisition. The record positions 52-53 contain the Fund code from the requisition. The record position 54 contains the Distribution code from the requisition. The record positions 55-56 contain the cognizance symbol. The record positions 57-59 contain the Project code of the requisition. The record positions 60-61 contain the priority from the requisition. The record positions 62-64 contain the transaction date applicable to the supply status provided. The record positions 65-66 contain the Status code. The record positions 67-69 contain the routing identifier of the last supply source to hold the requisition. The record positions 70-73 contain the estimated shipping date. The record positions 74-80 contain the current unit provided to the customer. The BV status record will include the estimated shipping date for the item. Upon completion of the contract, the supply activity will furnish the requisitioner with an AB series status format. The AB series status record includes the procurement instrument identification number (PIIN) and the scheduled shipping date of the contract. If the scheduled shipping date must be adjusted, a supply status record (AE series) will be provided with a BP status and revised shipping date. The information in the specific and standard format is the same with some exceptions. The following paragraphs describe these exceptions. The record positions 1-3 contain a document identifier in the AB series. The record positions 60-72 contain the PIIN assigned for the material being procured. The record positions 73-76 may contain the proper call or order serial number applicable to the purchase. This field may be blank. The record positions 77-80 contain the Julian date specified in the contract for shipment of material. There are several ways to send a requisition status to an activity. The supply source sends the status by message, AUTODIN, or mail. When provided by message, it is normally transmitted via the Defense Automatic Addressing System (DAAS). A status sent via the DAAS facility will be in a format that corresponds to an 80-record position pattern. The following is an example of a text of supply status message. This will help you understand the arrangement of information described in the previous paragraphs. Refer to your local communication activity for a current message format applicable to your command. price of the item. The top line may contain the first 59 characters of MILSTRIP data, and the second line contains positions 60-80. Specific Format The requisition status provided for material purchased for direct delivery to the requisitioner is in a specific format. This format uses document identifier AB followed by a number. The UMMIPS processing standards require the supply status to be furnished before a purchase action can be formally negotiated. When the supply source determines that material will be purchased for direct delivery, a Status code BV will be Requisition status can be provided in abbreviated format. When used, the subject line of the message will have ABBREVIATED MILSTRIP SUPPLY STATUS 4-13