Management of DLA Supply System

DLA Structure and Responsibilities

• DLA Headquarters located at Fort Belvoir, VA, exercises management of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
• DLA Supply Centers function similarly to NAVSUPSYSCOM in the Navy Supply System.
• DLA Energy does not control inventory; specific material responsibilities are divided among four Defense Supply Centers (DSCs):
  • DLA Troop Support: Manages food, clothing, textiles, medicines, medical supplies, construction supplies, and supports humanitarian efforts.
  • DLA Energy: Responsible for bulk petroleum and petroleum-based chemicals.
  • DLA Aviation: Oversees aviation parts, including engines, airframes, landing gear, flight safety equipment, and propellers.
  • DLA Land and Maritime: Handles electronic equipment, structural materials, components, and repair parts.

Material Distribution and Management

• Defense Distribution Depots are critical for both Navy-owned and DLA-owned material storage and distribution.
• USTRANSCOM directs and supervises strategic distribution, manages supply chain IT systems, and oversees procurement for commercial transportation.
• Supply spaces organized into groups, each with specific access requirements (e.g., Group I includes general stores, Group II includes food services).

Security Measures

• All padlocks are 1.5 inches, pin tumbler type; combinations and access methods maintain security.
• Default combinations for keyless locks are preset, with grand master keys held by Supply Officers.

Financial and Inventory Management

• COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) categorization based on account types; Chargeable accounts have digits as 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9, while Non-chargeable accounts start with digits 2, 4, 6, or 8.
• Commonly used apples codes and their implications for supply chain management.
• Federal Catalog System centralizes inventory control with standardized classification using Federal Supply Classification (FSC).

Procurement and Requisitioning

• Specific forms for requisitioning (e.g., DD 1348 for line item requisitions) and distribution protocols for documents.
• Movement schedules dictate internal/external processes, with specific cycles for processing.

Safety and Hazardous Materials Handling

• Types of storerooms designated for different materials, including hazards and controlled substances.
• Safety protocols for storing flammable items, including designated storerooms with fire safety measures.
• Annual inventories and appointments of hazardous material coordinators established for compliance.

Presentation Silver and Gifts

• Presentation silver classified as namesake silver and requires specific inventory management and reporting protocols.
• Strict timelines for inventory reports and custody arrangements set for presentation silver within the naval system.

Inventory Control and Procedures

• Maintenance Assist Modules (MAMS) and Controlled Equipage require documentation and monitoring.
• Integrated Barcode System (IBS) enhances inventory and receipt management, facilitating audits and tracking materials.

Communication and Reporting

• Supply status updates and timelines established for requisitions categorized by priority.
• Document protocols tied to various requisition types ensure compliance and timely processing across departments.

This quiz explores the management structure of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), focusing on the roles of DLA Headquarters and its Supply Centers. It compares these roles to similar functions within the Navy Supply System. Test your knowledge on the key differences and responsibilities in the defense supply chain.