DLA Energy News

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Stay alert for those nearby whose behavior, demeanor or belongings don't seem to make sense.

May 26, 2017

This Memorial Day, reflect and remember — but also be vigilant

Given the recent suicide bombing in Manchester, United Kingdom, Defense Logistics Agency employees are urged to be vigilant in large public gatherings. Look out for any person whose behavior, demeanor or belongings seem unusual, and report them to law enforcement.

Amy Sajda, director of DLA Small Business Programs, welcomes attendees to the Subcontracting Training and Networking outreach event May 18 at George Mason University, Arlington, Virginia.

May 26, 2017

DLA small-business office helps train businesses on government contracting

The Defense Logistics Agency’s Office of Small Business Programs co-hosted with George Mason University an annual Training, Outreach and Networking Event for U.S. businesses in Arlington, Virginia, May 18.

Vane Brothers General Manager Don Browning explains the operations team tracking system that monitors the progress of barges and tugs throughout the Eastern Seaboard to DLA Energy Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Martin Chapin and DLA Energy Americas East Commander Army Lt. Col. Christian Meisel at Defense Fuel Support Point Baltimore May 22.

May 25, 2017

DLA Energy Commander visits Baltimore DFSP

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency Energy Commander visited the Defense Fuel Support Point Baltimore and the Vane Brothers Company as part of a familiarization tour of the DLA Energy Americas East supply chain May 22.

Los Angeles Fire Department crew member ascending into DFSP San Pedro Tank 15 during confined space and rescue training.

May 22, 2017

DFSP San Pedro trains with LAFD

SAN PEDRO, California — First responder teams practiced confined space rescue training at the Defense Logistics Agency Energy Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro, California, April 12-14.

The Workforce Recruitment Program brings college students and recent graduates with disabilities to DLA so the agency can benefit from their talent. Several WRP employees and those close to the program share their experiences with the program in a video.

May 19, 2017

Workforce Recruitment Program: A win/win for everyone

The Workforce Recruitment Program brings college students and recent graduates with disabilities to DLA so the agency can benefit from their talent. There is no cost or loss of a position to DLA.

Upon contract award, Defense Logistics Agency Installation Support Energy project managers will oversee new technologies that will clean the soil and groundwater using electrical resistance heating and steam injection at Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro.

May 16, 2017

New technologies lead San Pedro DFSP restoration efforts

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — A pilot study using new technologies will set the stage for remedial efforts to remove contaminants in the fuel tank farm area at Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro.

Two DLA locations will this month undergo an inspection from the National Archves and Records Administration on its management of federal records.

May 15, 2017

National Archives to inspect DLA records management this month

The long wait for another inspection of the Defense Logistics Agency’s Records Management Program ends this month, when officials from the National Archives and Records Administration visit two DLA sites.

(Left) Christopher Christensen from DLA Energy Americas West earned the award in the GS 13-15 category and (right) Michael Crutcher from DLA Energy Americas East earned the award in the GS 7-12 category.

May 12, 2017

DLA Energy announces second quarter awardees

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency Energy recognized outstanding employees and teams for their performance during the second quarter of fiscal year 2017.

Answering question 21 honestly shows candor and responsibility.

May 10, 2017

It’s okay to answer Question 21

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a good time to bring up question 21 on the Questionnaire for National Security Positions, the SF-86 form one completes for every security clearance, whether initial or renewal.

The winning team, from left: Dave Peterson, direct delivery fuels director, DLA Energy; Bruce Blank, supervisory procurement analyst, DLA Energy; Cliff Sands, supervisory general engineer, DLA Installation Support; Justin Wingo, contract specialist, DLA Energy

May 8, 2017

Golfers build group spirit in annual tournament

More than 100 McNamara Headquarters Complex employees, guests and corporate sponsors took advantage of the sunny but breezy weather May 3, to participate in the HQC’s annual golf tournament at Woodlawn Golf Course, Fort Belvoir, Virginia.