Defense Logistics Agency

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The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is a pivotal component of the United States Department of Defense, responsible for ensuring the seamless logistics support of the military branches and several federal agencies. Initially founded as the Defense Supply Agency in 1977, its role has expanded significantly, placing it under the authority of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics.

The Role of the Defense Logistics Agency

DLA's mission is to support both the logistics requirements and the acquisition of weapons and other essential materials for the military services and various federal entities. Overseeing supply chains in eight critical commodity areas — fuel, food, clothing, construction material, electronic supplies, general supplies, industrial supplies, and medical supplies — DLA plays an integrative role in the national defense strategy.

Why Monitoring DLA is Crucial

Professionals such as compliance officers, business owners, government contractors, and risk managers need to closely monitor the activities and announcements from the DLA for several strategic reasons:

  • Avoid Regulatory Penalties: Keeping up with the latest DLA regulations is essential for ensuring compliance and avoiding potential penalties that may arise from non-compliance.
  • Seizing Funding Opportunities: DLA regularly announces opportunities for contracts and funding. Being first to know through real-time monitoring can give businesses a competitive edge.
  • Responding to Open Comment Periods: Stay informed about public comment periods for proposed changes, allowing your organization to voice concerns or support for regulatory changes.
  • Strategic Planning for Industry Shifts: Understanding trends and changes within DLA policies can provide insights that help businesses and contractors prepare for shifts in industry standards and practices.

Recent Trends and Impacts

In recent years, the DLA has increasingly focused on technology integration and supply chain optimization to enhance its operations. Initiatives have included leveraging data analytics for better procurement strategies and improving cyber defenses for its logistical networks. For industries involved in logistics, cybersecurity, and tech transformation, monitoring developments from DLA can offer critical insights for strategic adjustments and innovation.

Why Monitor with FedMonitor

Navigating the complex landscape of regulations and updates can be daunting. FedMonitor provides AI-powered monitoring services specifically tailored to keep compliance officers, business owners, and government contractors informed and ahead. Our platform delivers:

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Agency Details

  • Status: Active

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) continues to provide critical logistics support and technical services to the military and federal agencies, indicating it is fully operational. As a sub-agency of the Department of Defense, it plays a vital role in managing supplies across multiple critical commodity areas.

  • Acronym: DLA
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Latest Documents

Title Type Published
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is revising and updating its existing rule concerning the DLA Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program. This rule implements changes to conform to the requirements of the Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amend...
Rule May 28, 2014
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) proposes to revise and update its existing rule concerning the DLA Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Program. This rule implements changes to conform to the requirements of the Electronic Freedom of Information Act...
Proposed Rule Oct 15, 2012
The Defense Logistics Agency proposes to delete a system of records notice in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Aug 09, 2010
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) executes the Department of Defense (DoD) Procurement Technical Assistance Program by awarding cost sharing cooperative agreements to assist states, local governments, private nonprofit organizations, tribal organiza...
Notice Aug 05, 2010
This notice announces the appointment of members to the DLA SES Performance Review Board (PRB). The publication of PRB composition is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB provides fair and impartial review of SES performance appraisals and makes...
Notice Jul 27, 2010
This notice announces the appointment of members to the Defense Logistics Agency Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB). The publication of PRB composition is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB provides fair and impartial...
Notice Oct 22, 2009
This notice announces the appointment of members to the Defense Logistics Agency Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB). The publication of PRB composition is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB provides fair and impartial...
Notice Aug 21, 2008
On March 18, 2003, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) issued a solicitation for cooperative agreement applications (SCAA) to assist state and local governments and other nonprofit eligible entities in establishing or maintaining procurement technical...
Notice Mar 10, 2008
This notice announces the appointment of members to the Defense Logistics Agency Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB). The publication of PRB composition is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB provides fair and impartial...
Notice Sep 12, 2007
The Defense Logistics Agency announces the availability of the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the removal of low- activity contamination resulting from storage of radioactive source material in the National Defense Stockpile of strategi...
Notice Apr 18, 2007
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) announces the availability of the Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the privatization of Packaged Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants (POL) as recommended by the 2005 B...
Notice Mar 29, 2007
The Defense Logistics Agency announces the availability of the Environmental Assessment (EA) and draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the removal of low-activity contamination resulting from storage of radioactive source material in the...
Notice Mar 09, 2007
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is modifying its exemption rule for a system of records (S500.10, "Personnel Security Files," (August 11, 2006, 71 FR 46201)) in its inventory of systems of records pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a...
Rule Nov 03, 2006
This notice announces the appointment of members to the Defense Logistics Agency Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB). The publication of PRB composition is required by 5 U.S.C. 4314(c)(4). The PRB provides fair and impartial...
Notice Oct 13, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency proposes to add a system of records notice to its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Aug 25, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency is amending a system of records notice to its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Aug 25, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is proposing to update the DLA Privacy Act Program Rules, 32 CFR, part 323, by replacing the (k)(2) exemption with a (k)(5) exemption to more accurately describe the basis for exempting the records.
Proposed Rule Aug 11, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency proposes to alter a system of records notice in its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Jul 26, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency is amending a system of records notice to its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Jul 19, 2006
The Defense Logistics Agency proposes to add a system of records notice to its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Notice Jun 14, 2006

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