What does Defense Logistics Agency do?

The Defense Logistics Agency serves as a global supply chain manager for the Department of Defense, focusing on the procurement, storage, and distribution of critical materiel. Its core mission centers on sustaining military readiness through the acquisition of industrial chemicals, hardware, and specialized components. Strategic priorities emphasize the maintenance of a robust logistics pipeline, ranging from the procurement of corrosion preventives and adhesives to the distribution of vehicular tires and electronic assemblies. Procurement patterns indicate a heavy reliance on the manufacturing and wholesale distribution of chemical products, including paints, coatings, and petroleum lubricants. The agency frequently acquires industrial hardware such as fasteners, gaskets, and batteries, alongside specialized freight and warehousing services to manage the movement of these goods. Recent awards also highlight a need for technical components like circuit breaker deactivation collars and medical transducers. The agency targets a broad range of industrial NAICS categories, with a primary focus on chemical manufacturing, metal fabrication, and specialized trucking. There is a significant preference for small business set-asides, including frequent utilization of Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) designations. Operating under the Department of Defense, the agency maintains a massive organizational scope that integrates manufacturing, logistics, and technical consulting. Its structure supports a diverse array of procurement vehicles, ranging from unrestricted contracts to specialized set-asides, ensuring a steady flow of critical supplies to military installations.

How do I find contracts from Defense Logistics Agency?

You can find contracts from Defense Logistics Agency on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Defense Logistics Agency spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Defense Logistics Agency has obligated $13,107,446,544 across 173,752 contract awards to 7,343 contractors. The agency currently has 36,416 active contract opportunities.

What industries does Defense Logistics Agency contract in?

Defense Logistics Agency primarily contracts in the following industries: (NAICS ). These NAICS codes represent the most active procurement categories for this agency in the last 12 months.

What contracts does Defense Logistics Agency award?

Defense Logistics Agency has awarded 173,752 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $13,107,446,544 in obligations across 7,343 contractors. Browse all contracts .

How do I do business with Defense Logistics Agency?

To do business with Defense Logistics Agency, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

What is Defense Logistics Agency's annual contract spend?

Defense Logistics Agency has obligated $13,107,446,544 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 173,752 contract actions to 7,343 unique contractors. The agency currently has 36,416 active contract opportunities.

Who are the top contractors for Defense Logistics Agency?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Defense Logistics Agency in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does Defense Logistics Agency use?

Defense Logistics Agency uses 10 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside, Women-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, and Small Business Set Aside - Total. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

What are the sub-agencies of Defense Logistics Agency?

Defense Logistics Agency has 79 sub-agencies that award contracts independently. Each sub-agency has its own procurement activity, NAICS codes, and contractor relationships. View the full list on the agency overview.

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Defense Logistics Agency

Part of Department Of Defense

The Defense Logistics Agency serves as a global supply chain manager for the Department of Defense, focusing on the procurement, storage, and distribution of critical materiel. Its core mission centers on sustaining military readiness through the acquisition of industrial chemicals, hardware, and specialized components.

Defense Logistics Agency is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Defense Logistics Agency has obligated $13,107,446,544, issued 173,752 awards, and worked with 7,343 contractors. It currently has 36,416 open contract opportunities.

36.4K

Active Contracts

$13.1B

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Defense Logistics Agency and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 08/24/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

50% of posts

Acting officials

2 posts · 1 vacant

Posts of Defense Logistics Agency

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
		Defense Logistics Agency	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	FORT BELVOIR, VA
		Defense Logistics Agency	JOSE CORA	Filled	Jul 2024	CA	ES	$219,000	ALEXANDRIA, VA

2 posts · 1 vacant

Posts of Defense Logistics Agency

Expand				Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
		Defense Logistics Agency	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	FORT BELVOIR, VA
		Defense Logistics Agency	JOSE CORA	Filled	Jul 2024	CA	ES	$219,000	ALEXANDRIA, VA

Top Defense Logistics Agency Contractors

Companies with the highest total award amounts from this agency, ranked by contract value.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
ASRC FEDERAL FACILITIES LOGISTICS, LLC	$44.9M	63,859
ATLANTIC DIVING SUPPLY, INC.	$6.4M	11,924
KAMPI COMPONENTS CO INC	$3.7M	1,286
EASTERN CAROLINA VOCATIONAL CENTER INC	$2.8M	6,502
HUDSON TECHNOLOGIES COMPANY	$2.5M	1,641
SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATION	$2.3M	498
OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC	$2.1M	790
CUMMINS INC	$1.9M	2,881
PIONEER INDUSTRIES, LLC	$1.8M	517
HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.	$1.7M	1