DLA Headquarters News

Teams of employees presented their ideas to a panel of executives in limited-time sessions, similar to thesis 'murder boards' or a well-known network TV show.

July 5, 2017

Employee contest yields ideas, projects to improve IT service

DLA employees recently competed in a contest to develop and present ideas for improving information-technology services in the agency, resulting in nine ongoing pilot projects.

Is independence earned in the Revolutionary War the only type of independence we honor on July 4?

July 3, 2017

Commentary: Modern American Independence

The author reflects on what might be unspoken sources of greater meaning for Americans on Independence Day, beyond a fitting celebration of victory in the Revolutionary War.

Airmen from the 123rd Contingency Response Group head toward aircraft at the Louisville International Airport, Louisville, Kentucky.

July 1, 2017

Ready ‘Round the Clock

Fort Belvoir, VA — Natural disasters, outbreaks of disease and large human migrations are all supported by DLA through teams of volunteers who stand ready to deploy around the world.

An EF3 tornado ravaged areas of Albany, Georgia, uprooting trees and destroying buildings along its 70-mile path. DLA Information Operations provided assistance to DLA Distribution employees in getting back up and operating.

July 1, 2017

Twister Assist

Fort Belvoir, VA — After a severe tornado, information technology teams helped to get Defense Logistics Agency Distribution colleagues up and running in less than two weeks.

A DLA Distribution Expeditionary deployable warehouse, complete with Distribution Standard System, is ready to support Operation Pacific Reach 2017.

July 1, 2017

Providing in Parallel

Two DLA Distribution centers helped move real-world materiel in support of an exercise in South Korea.

A Buck Company employee stirring molten metal to pull out impurities.

July 1, 2017

Anvils and Aircraft

DLA Aviation employees learned firsthand how two companies make aircraft parts for DLA through casting and forging.

Cathy Contreras, Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s acquisition executive and head of contracting agency, discusses acquisition policies with Matthew Beebe, DLA Headquarters Acquisitions director, former DLA Aviation Commander Air Force Brig. Gen. Allan Day, and Miquel Zayas, far right, supervisory procurement analyst, DLA Headquarters Acquisitions, March 10, 2017 during an Agency Management Review March 6 – 10, 2017 at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia.

July 1, 2017

A Conversation with ... Cathy Contreras

Defense Logistics Agency Aviation’s acquisition executive talks about her new role and items critical to acquisition success

Workers remove a 14-inch double-block and bleed valve as part of DLA’s closure of Defense Fuel Support Point San Pedro.

July 1, 2017

Clean Break

DLA Energy is helping save money while protecting a sensitive habitat in California.

The Outpost Food Truck awaits Soldiers to test out the food menus at the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence Field Feeding Training Area, Fort Lee, Virginia.

July 1, 2017

Chow Trucks

Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support is partnering with the Army to help bring its food service into the 21st century with a pilot food truck program.

Workers load three 2008 Ford Escapes for their long journey from Hawaii to Moldova.

July 1, 2017

DLA NewsWire

DLA news from across the agency.

July 1, 2017

I am DLA

I am DLA: Highlighting James Secrist, a DLA Land and Maritime small business specialist.

A variety of entertainers kept children occupied during the event.

June 30, 2017

McNamara HQC Family Day provides time for fun and family

Sunshine, cooler-than-average temperatures and a plethora of activities and games provided a picture perfect backdrop for thousands of employees to connect with family members and each other during the 2017 McNamara Headquarters Complex Family Day.

By being aware of PTSD and the resources available, you can be a source of support. (Photo courtesy U.S. Air Force)

June 27, 2017

Stand up for those with PTSD, yourself included

At least half of all Americans will experience a trauma at some point in their lives, which can lead to PTSD. But treatment and counseling are widely available and often free of charge.

R. Dempsey Hackett (left), director of Technology Foundation Services and Robert Foster (right), deputy director of DLA Information Operations, accept the 2017 Distinguished Award for Excellence from Allan Mink of Systems Spirit LLC (center), at the 2017 AFCEA Awards.

June 22, 2017

DLA Modern Desktop effort wins AFCEA distinguished award

DLA Information Operations was recently honored by the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association for its implementation of the Modern Desktop.

Employees with any access to classified information or who occupy any sensitive position should be aware of new reporting requirements.

June 21, 2017

Employees, contractors must now report all foreign travel, other activities

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A newly updated directive requires Executive Branch employees and contractors with access to any classified information or who hold sensitive positions to report more types of activities and foreign contact than before.