[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 6]
[Senate]
[Page 8441]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           CONGRATULATIONS TO DEFENSE SUPPLY CENTER RICHMOND

 Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I wish to congratulate the 3,000 
military and civilian employees at Defense Supply Center Richmond for 
winning the Army Chief of Staff Communities of Excellence Award 
competition for fiscal year 2008. This prestigious annual award 
recognizes the tremendous effort made by Defense Supply Center Richmond 
to support members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees, retirees, 
and their families. In addition, it highlights the superior business 
practices that have sparked innovation and enhanced efficiency at the 
center.
  As one of three defense supply centers in the country, Defense Supply 
Center Richmond serves as the lead aviation supplier for the Defense 
Logistics Agency, managing more than 1.2 million repair parts and 
operating supply items. This includes over 1,300 major weapons systems 
and all manner of aircraft parts, manufacturing equipment, and 
environmental products. Defense Supply Center Richmond annually handles 
5.3 million requisitions and supports over 24,500 customers across the 
globe.
  With ongoing military operations around the world, the exceptional 
work done by the dedicated workforce at Defense Supply Center Richmond 
has never been more appreciated or come at a more critical time. I 
offer my congratulations for a job well done to Defense Supply Center 
Richmond outstanding team.

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