DLA Headquarters News

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.

DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams takes the oath of office, administered by Army Gen. Vincent Brooks (on screen), commander of U.S. Forces Korea, with wife Carol Brooks at right.

June 16, 2017

Williams assumes responsibility as DLA director

Army Maj. Gen. (Promotable) Darrell Williams was promoted to lieutenant general and became the 19th director of the Defense Logistics Agency June 16 in a ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

DTRA Deputy Director Rear Adm. Scott Jerabek presents JIDO Vice Director Army Maj. Gen. Julie Bentz an expression of appreciation for her presentation commemorating the Army birthday.

June 14, 2017

Employees gather for joint celebration of Army birthday

McNamara Headquarters Complex tenant agencies celebrated the Army’s 242nd birthday June 13 in the HQC auditorium. This year’s theme, “Over There,” harks back to another commemoration – the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District cut their procurement process time by 50 percent when they used the Construction and Equipment supply chain’s Maintenance, Repair and Operations program.

June 12, 2017

Army Corps of Engineers takes LEAP with DLA’s MRO program

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District cut its procurement time 50 percent by using DLA Troop Support's Maintenance, Repair and Operations program.

Army Col. Erik Larson, defense attaché at the U.S. embassy in Oman, joins officials from the Oman Ministry of Defense and the Port of Duqm to answer questions at a May 14-15 workshop for Omani company representatives.

June 9, 2017

DLA helps educate Omani vendors on DoD contracting processes, opportunities

The Defense Logistics Agency joined the U.S. Embassy in Oman, U.S. Central Command and 40 Omani company representatives in the sultanate’s first ever defense-contracting workshop May 14-15 in the capital city of Muscat.

DLA Finance Director and CFO Tony Poleo will retire after 36 years with the agency during a June 8 ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

June 8, 2017

DLA finance director, CFO to retire after dedicating 36 years to agency

Defense Logistics Agency Finance Director and Chief Financial Officer Tony Poleo retires June 8 after 36 years of federal service, all with DLA.

New DLA Headquarters Child Development Center Director Wendy Paul and DLA Chief of Staff Renee Roman cut the cake at the official reopening of the CDC at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 5. Photo by Teodora Mocanu.

June 7, 2017

DLA HQ Child Development Center reopens as government-run facility

Parents, Defense Logistics Agency officials and stuffed animals assembled to celebrate the grand reopening of the DLA Headquarters Child Development Center at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, June 5.

U.S. World War II veterans attend a ceremony commemorating the 73rd anniversary of D-Day in Carentan, France, June 2, 2017.

June 6, 2017

DLA honors D-Day anniversary, sacrifices

June 6, 2017, marks the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, when the Allies stormed the beaches at Normandy, France, to spark the beginning of victory in Europe.

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.

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.

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.

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.