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Nov. 16, 2020
DLA, USACE discuss joint objectives during partnership event
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA and USACE leaders gathered virtually during the fourth USACE/DLA Annual Partnership Day Nov. 13 to talk about how the organizations can improve mutual support and collaboration.
Nov. 9, 2020
DLA closes out fiscal 2020 with strong small business partnership
FORT BELOVIR, Va. — The Defense Logistics Agency exceeded its small business contracting goal for the eighth consecutive year by awarding more than 40% of its annual contract dollars to small businesses. Fiscal 2020 also marked the third year in a row that DLA exceeded $15 billion in contract awards to small businesses.
DLA historian chronicles agency’s early COVID-19 response
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Contracting expertise, on-hand supplies and crisis-management strengths enabled DLA to quickly aid the nation’s pandemic response, according to a 41-page historical account titled “Combating the Coronavirus: DLA Efforts to Defeat COVID-19.”
Excess property continues to aid fight against pandemic
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Forces battling the pandemic have much to be thankful for this year as Defense Logistics Agency employees at DLA Disposition Services locations across the country have transferred almost $36.8 million worth of excess military items to service members and first responders working to stop the coronavirus spread and help those already afflicted.
Nov. 6, 2020
DLA to launch second supplier survey
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA will release its second Supplier Survey Nov. 12 to collect data from more than 7,000 suppliers. Survey results will help the agency provide better customer satisfaction.
Nov. 5, 2020
DLA CFC campaign starts strong in national capital region
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA’s Combined Federal Campaign is off to a strong start in the national capital region with $59,000 in contributions.
Nov. 3, 2020
DLA provides four months of PPE for DOD ahead of second COVID-19 wave
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA has replenished on-hand stock for military services and geographic combatant commands to give them four months of personal protective equipment to see troops and families through the second wave of COVID-19.
Agency realignment improves worldwide fuel facilities management
A realignment plan for the global DLA capitalized fuel facilities Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization Program Management is improving processes and providing “one voice” to customers.
DLA Distribution packs, ships COVID-19 rapid test kits for nursing homes, troops
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution San Joaquin, California, is packing and distributing 6 million COVID-19 rapid test kits on behalf of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Nov. 2, 2020
DLA ensures textiles-based PPE is American-made per Berry Amendment
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Despite worldwide shortages of medical supplies for COVID-19, DLA is helping the Department of Health and Human Services provide items like masks and gloves that are made here in America when possible.
Oct. 29, 2020
U.S. aircraft inaugural refueling in India
ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS, India — In a historical event, a U.S. Navy aircraft refueled for the first time at India’s strategic base in Andaman and Nicobar Islands late September under a fuel agreement between DLA Energy and the Indian Ministry of Defense.
From sand lot to diamond of Camp Carroll DLA Distribution Korea warehouse on track for February completion
NEW CUMBERBLAND, Pa. — The new Defense Logistics Agency Distribution warehouse under construction at the U.S. Army Storage Facility on Camp Carroll, South Korea, is over 90% complete and on track for completion in February 2021.
DLA leaders brief DOD comptroller on financial successes, challenges during pandemic
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Director Navy Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic and other agency leaders provided a financial overview to Acting Under Secretary of Defense Comptroller Hon. Thomas Harker at DLA Headquarters Oct. 23.
Oct. 28, 2020
DLA advances federal government’s category management efforts
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The federal government’s push to share contracts for common items to achieve widespread savings and efficiencies through an effort called category management is advancing as DLA expands supply and acquisition support outside the Defense Department.
Oct. 27, 2020
Leadership sync perseveres through pandemic
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Annual leaders meet up continues online in an upended 2020.
Cyber hygiene involves many people, tasks
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Information Operations’ Cybersecurity Vulnerability Management Team works with technical experts and partners throughout the agency to improve, track and maintain the cyber hygiene for DLA’s 19 mission critical systems.
University of Maine continues renewable fuel research
To meet the increasing need for sustainable and efficient fuel resources, DLA Energy is teaming with the University of Maine to transform forest residues, sawmill residues, municipal solid waste, and construction wood wastes into a hydrocarbon fuel oil.
Oct. 23, 2020
DLA to help Army make excess historic artifacts available
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A five-year project will make some of the 580,000 items in the Army Museum Enterprise available to qualifying organizations.
Oct. 22, 2020
DLA COVID-19 support guided by strong alliances with whole-of-government partnerships
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Strong alliances with other federal agencies and its role as the Defense Department’s lead agent for medical supplies made the Defense Logistics Agency an essential contributor to the nation’s coronavirus response.
New video series highlights employee views of DLA Culture Survey
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A new video series highlights employees’ views of changes resulting from the DLA Climate/Culture Survey.
Oct. 20, 2020
DLA kicks off 2020 CFC campaign with $260,000 goal
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Headquarters Combined Federal Campaign kicked off Oct. 20 with a goal of $260,000. The themes are Show Some Love and Be the Face of Change.
Oct. 15, 2020
DOD award winner reflects on DLA support of employees with disabilities
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Financial Systems Analyst John Slone was recognized this month as an outstanding Defense Department employee with a disability. Slone's financial expertise fuels his passion for the job and excellent customer support.
Oct. 13, 2020
Pentagon’s logistics agency plays key role in procuring, distributing limited pandemic supplies
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Department’s leading logistics agency is playing a key role in the national coronavirus response as it purchases and distributes desperately needed medical supplies for DOD and federal agencies.
Oct. 12, 2020
NY hospital gets infant bed donation
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — St. Charles Hospital, in Long Island, recently got an equipment donation from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center with the help of DLA Disposition Services.
Oct. 9, 2020
DLA strengthens supplier alliances during pandemic
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — COVID-19 has made the Defense Logistics Agency more aware than ever of the challenges and flexibility of its 11,000-plus suppliers, said the agency’s chief of acquisition programs.