DLA CENTCOM and SOCOM News

Aug. 28, 2016

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The Women's Equality Day event guest speaker, Kathryn Ray, former president of The League of Women Voters of the District of Columbia and currently a reference librarian at American University in Washington, D.C., speaks to Defense Logistics Agency employees about women's struggles and triumphs to gain the right to vote during a Women’s Equality Day event held at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Aug. 24.

Aug. 25, 2016

Employees celebrate women’s right to vote

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency employees gathered to celebrate women’s right to vote and commemorate their struggles and triumphs to gain what today is a fundamental right for Americans during a Women’s Equality Day event held at the McNamara Headquarters Complex, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Aug. 24.

Nicknamed “The Bone,” the B-1B Lancer is a United States Air Force long-range, multi-mission conventional bomber. It has been in service since 1985 and is projected to remain in the Air Force’s fleet of bombers until at least 2040. Defense Logistics Agency Aviation manages roughly 64,000 national stock numbers for the bomber.

Aug. 23, 2016

DLA Aviation keeping 'the Bone' soaring for decades to come

RICHMOND, VA — In 1985, Ronald Reagan was sworn in for a second term as president of the United States, Windows 1.0 was released, and the likes of Tears for Fears, Wham! and Chaka Khan ruled the airwaves.“Back to the Future,” “The Color Purple” and “St. Elmo’s Fire” ruled the big screen. And the United States Air Force began flying the B-1B Lancer, a long-range, multi-role, heavy bomber.

DLA employees should begin to fulfill their pre-trip requirements 45-60 days before departure.

Aug. 17, 2016

Foreign-travel employee requirements and tips

If you're a DLA employee who will be traveling internationally for work in two months or less, now is the time to make sure you've fulfilled all the travel requirements, which go well beyond just completing your travel orders.

DLA is working on its final rules for phase retirement.

Aug. 16, 2016

Phased retirement rules for DLA employees still in development

DLA Human Resources officials are working to develop and publish the final rules for implementing the “phased retirement” option in the agency.

Caruso, U.S. Transportation Command senior enlisted leader, examines an Air War College flag with Linda Farrell, a fabric worker, at the flag room during a visit to DLA Troop Support Aug. 10.

Aug. 12, 2016

USTRANSCOM leader visits Troop Support to strengthen DLA partnership

PHILADELPHIA — The senior enlisted leader of the U.S. Transportation Command made his first visit to Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Aug. 10 to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations.

Some CAGE codes will expire after August 25, 2016.

Aug. 11, 2016

DLA set to expire CAGE codes

DLA is changing the way it manages Commercial and Government Entity codes by assigning an expiration date to all new or updated codes after Aug. 25.

Having a plan before an event happens can make all the difference.

Aug. 10, 2016

What to do in an active shooter event

With the increasing frequency of active shooter events, it's more critical than ever to know the most effective ways to react.

Air Force Gen. Darren W. McDew, the commander of USTRANSCOM, addresses board members.

Aug. 9, 2016

Distribution process owners define roles and responsibilities

The commander of U.S. Transportation Command, Air Force Gen. Darren W. McDew, hosted Defense Logistics Agency Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch as well as leaders from the military services, combatant commanders and other officials at an executive board meeting at the McNamara Headquarters Complex August 4.

Jared Vogt (left) and Fred Power cut out targets on a Document Services large 102-inch paper cutter.

Aug. 9, 2016

Document Services prints on target

When warfighters deploy to combat operations, they rely on skills honed by hours of practice using targets printed by Document Services.

Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Mike Dana (left), Deputy Commandant, Installations and Logistics clasps hands with DLA Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch after signing the Performance Based Agreement 2016, which enhances the DLA/Marine Corps partnership over the next three years.

Aug. 8, 2016

Partnership is the goal at Marine Corps/DLA Day event

Senior logistics leaders in the Marine Corps and the Defense Logistics Agency met at the McNamara Headquarters Complex for the annual Marine Corps/DLA Day July 28.

DLA and USTRANSCOM leaders discuss opportunities for future collaboration during USTRANSCOM/DLA Day Aug. 3 at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Aug. 5, 2016

DLA, USTRANSCOM build joint plan to meet future challenges

Senior leaders from the Defense Logistics Agency and U.S. Transportation Command exchanged ideas on how to expand an already strong partnership at the McNamara Headquarters Complex Aug. 3.

Federal employees need to be aware of legal restrictions on their political activity.

Aug. 4, 2016

Hatch Act outlines restrictions on political activity by federal employees

With the 2016 election season in full swing, people are getting involved in political activities and supporting their favorite party or candidate. However, federal employees need to be aware of legal restrictions on their political activity set forth in the Hatch Act.

Channel 10 sports anchor Dom Tiberi spent an hour with associates from Defense Supply Center Columbus inside the Building 20 auditorium July 21 sharing the story of his own 21-year-old daughter Maria, who was killed on Sept. 17, 2013, in an accident that was likely the result of distracted driving.

Aug. 3, 2016

Following tragedy, local TV personality shares message

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Dom Tiberi, a local Columbus Channel 10 sports anchor, spent an hour with associates from Defense Supply Center Columbus inside the Building 20 auditorium July 21 delivering a powerful message.

If you see suspicious behavior, report it to authorities immediately.

Aug. 3, 2016

August is DLA Antiterrorism Awareness Month

The Defense Logistics Agency recognizes August as Antiterrorism Awareness Month, when the agency promotes and reemphasizes awareness and vigilance throughout the enterprise.

DLA Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch addresses students at the Joint Logistics Course, part of the curriculum of the Army Logistics University at Fort Lee, Virginia, July 29.

Aug. 3, 2016

DLA director stresses relationships during wide-ranging day of engagement

DLA Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch took advantage of extensive opportunities for engagement with service and industry partners, as well as with the DLA workforce, during a one-day trip to Richmond, Virginia, July 29. If one central theme emerged from all of the events, it was the importance of relationships.

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Oklahoma’s B-52 team stands next to the aircraft they support July 11, 2016 at the Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex on Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma .

Aug. 1, 2016

Aviation Leader Commentary: Customer support specialists relentless in B-52 sustainment

Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma — DLA Aviation's customer support specialists are tireless and creative in making sure long-serving aircraft, such as the B-52 Stratofortress, are supported without delays.

DLA Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch updates employees on progress toward the agency’s strategic plan and results of the 2016 Culture Survey during a town hall at the McNamara Headquarters Complex July 27.

July 30, 2016

DLA Director shares culture survey results, progress toward strategic plan goals

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Mission and involvement were the most improved areas of the Defense Logistics Agency’s 2016 Culture Survey, DLA Director Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch said during a town hall focusing on agency goals in areas such as people and culture at the McNamara Headquarters Complex July 27.

Two new one-page guides are available for employees and supervisors as a quick reference.

July 29, 2016

New quick guides help DLA team members respond to sexual assaults

Two quick guides can help DLA employees and supervisors know the steps to take after a report of sexual assault.

The Superior Supplier Incentive Program recognizes industry partners who demonstrate exceptional performance supporting DLA.

July 27, 2016

Defense Logistics Agency announces Superior Suppliers for 2015

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Today the Defense Logistics Agency announced its top performing industry partners for fiscal year 2015 as part of the Department of Defense’s Superior Supplier Incentive Program.

(Left to right) Peter Levine, acting undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness; Eric Spanbauer, DLA’s Workforce Recruitment Program manager; Brad Bunn, DLA Human Resources director; and Christopher Lu, deputy secretary for the Department of Labor, pose for a photo following the 2016 WRP Awards Ceremony July 22 in Washington D.C.

July 27, 2016

DLA earns DoD recognition for hiring people with disabilities

DLA was recognized by the Department of Defense as a model employer of people with disabilities at a July 22 ceremony in Washington, D.C., honoring individuals and organizations that exhibit extraordinary support to the Workforce Recruitment Program.

Air Force Lt. Gen. Andy Busch, DLA director, hands the organization colors to Air Force Brig. Gen. Martin Chapin, incoming DLA Energy commander, in a ceremony at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, July 22.

July 25, 2016

DLA Energy command changes hands

A new commander took the helm of DLA Energy July 22, replacing Air Force Brig. Gen. Mark McLeod, who will retire after 30 years of military service.

The first Canadian military officer to serve with DLA as part of a military exchange program is about to wrap up her three-year tour.

July 22, 2016

Canadian officer departs agency with American allegiance in her heart

A Canadian Army major will soon complete her tour as the first officer from her nation to serve at DLA as part of a U.S./Canadian military exchange program.

The depot as it looked from 1953 until the mid-1980’s. The row of four warehouses in the top right were known as the “Golden Mile” and built at the end of the Korean War.

July 20, 2016

Defense Distribution Center: Continually transforming to meet customer needs

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — There is no doubt that audit readiness and process excellence are top priorities for DLA Distribution. Continuous process improvement is the hub of process excellence. As a result, the Defense Distribution Susquehanna, Pa., installation has transformed over the years as the needs of the warfighters have changed.

SAIC staff in the Fort Worth, Texas warehouse celebrating the Millionth tire delivered. (from left to right) Jeff Wynn, Lisa Miller, David Dahman and Brad Weaver. Photo courtesy of SAIC.

July 19, 2016

Million-tire milestone

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime’s Tires Successor Initiative achieved a major milestone June 28 when a 16.00R20 radial tire sent to the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, in support of the HEMTT retrofit program became the millionth tire shipped since contract performance began.