Letter of Authorization



Prior to removing property from a Disposition Services location, a Digitized LOA complete with electronic signatures must be on file.

DOD Letter of Authorization Form
Letter of Authorization Instructions

To start the process of getting a LOA on file:
  1. Fill out the form completely, including digital signatures. submit as email attachment to: drmscentralizedfile@dla.mil and it is automatically directed to the office that will upload it to the Centralized File

  2. The LOA shall include the full name, activity, DODAAC, telephone number, address, and digital signatures for the Accountable Officer, Commanding Officer and designees authorized to sign requisitions (for direct removal) on behalf of the Accountable Supply Officer

  3. The letter MUST be on the Centralized File at the DLA Disposition Services prior to the arrival of the person picking up the property and be dated less than one year from the current date.

  4. The Accountable Officer designation shall be updated annually or as changes to the Original designation is made, whichever occurs first

  5. Direct pickup for allocated property, may be made by an individual with a valid identification and a DD Form 1348-1A. The 1348 will be signed by the ASO or individual authorized by the ASO to pick up the property.

  6. Disposition Services cannot hold property, however will allow sufficient time to prepare and execute a Transportation Movement Request (TMR) for property that has special transportation requirements.

  7. The Accountable Officer will remove lines from the list if the customer does not meet internal criteria or is not authorized to have the items.