Currently, ninety-three PTACs - with over 250 local offices - form a nationwide network of dedicated procurement professionals working to support and extend DLA’s mission of providing the best value goods and services to America’s Armed Forces and other government agencies. PTACs are the bridge between buyer and supplier, bringing to bear their knowledge of both government contracting and the capabilities of contractors to maximize fast, reliable service to our government with better quality and at lower costs.

Many PTAC counselors have backgrounds in government acquisitions and virtually all receive ongoing training to keep pace with continually evolving acquisitions procedures and policies.  Our national organization, the Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (APTAC), provides a network that allows any PTAC counselor almost instant access to the expertise and experience of over 400 colleagues, as well as real-time information from government agencies regarding new requirements and initiatives.