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The Public Private Talent Exchange (PPTE) program is accepting applications through Sept. 11.

The PPTE program provides mid-career civilian acquisition workforce employees in the grades of GS-12 through GS-15 (or broadband equivalent) the opportunity to complete a professional assignment with industry by serving for six months with a private sector organization. PPTE promotes increased communication between government and industry, enables participants to gain a better understanding of industry’s business operations and challenges, and facilitates the sharing of innovative best practices.

Participating industry partners for any given year cannot be guaranteed, but participants in past years have included Accenture, Amazon, Ball Aerospace, Boeing, The Dcode Group, Deloitte, General Atomics, National Defense Industrial Association, Raytheon, National Industries for the Blind, SAP NS2, SAP Public Services, and Sterling Foods.

The writing competition is on!

Lt. Gen. Robert M. Collins, the principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT)), announced the launch of the 13th annual Maj. Gen. Harold J. “Harry” Greene Awards for Acquisition Writing. The competition is designed to foster dialogue and discourse on the way forward as we transform acquisition to prioritize performance and accountability over process.

Prospective authors are encouraged to think and write critically about current challenges and ways to overcome them successfully. “We invite members of the defense acquisition workforce and other interested individuals to emulate Harry’s dedication to communicating and solving problems to make the lives of our warfighters better,” Collins said.

All entries must be submitted by email no later than midnight, Oct. 13, 2026.

Mark your calendar for Oct. 1.

We invest in you, so you can invest in the mission.

Starting Oct.1, the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) application window will be open. The SLRP is designed to repay federally insured student loans as a retention incentive for civilian acquisition employees with critical acquisition skills. If you’re an Army acquisition civilian, and have Federal Student Loans, the Army DACM Office may be able to pay up to $10,000 of that student loan balance, with a potential $60,000 lifetime maximum.

SLRP reflects our commitment to fostering meaningful, sustainable carer paths for our Army Acquisition Workforce. Especially for those in STEM fields who have specialized knowledge and expertise that are essential to achieving the mission.

The deadline for earning 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) is Sept. 30.

To comply with Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) statutory requirements, Army Acquisition Workforce (AAW) professionals are required to earn at least 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every two years. The start and end dates of the two-year cycle is the same for every AAW professional: it begins Oct. 1 of each even-numbered year and runs through Sept. 30 of the following even-numbered year. The current two-year cycle dates are Oct. 1, 2024 – Sept. 30, 2026.

Continuous learning is a vital part of remaining current in your primary functional area, proficiencies, and other leader-related skills. This policy applies to all military and civilian AAW professionals. You are encouraged to reach a goal of achieving 40 CLPs annually.

Not sure where to start?

Start with recommended training—all six acquisition functional areas (AFAs) have a curated list of recommended learning specific to your AFA. To see your recommended training list:

• Visit the AFA page here.
• Select your AFA.
• Select the Continuous Learning tab.

Another great way to earn CLPs is through the defense acquisition credential program. Credentials are always available and provide the knowledge and associated skills to perform job-centric, niche and emerging functions in the Department of War acquisition environment. The Under Secretaries of War for Acquisition and Sustainment and for Research and Engineering jointly sponsor the defense acquisition credential program through Warfighting Acquisition University.

Being an AAW professional calls for high ethical standards and if you’re in an acquisition position, one of your annual requirements is taking an acquisition ethics training course. Completion of the ethics training is due by Sept. 30 of each year. To get credit for completing the training, remember to record your completion within your Individual Development Plan. There are several suggested training options for satisfying this requirement:

• Army Office of General Counsel Annual Ethics Training in the Army Training Information System (ATIS).
• Annual Ethics Training for Army Personnel through the Judge Advocate General Corps website.

The fiscal year 2026 Senior Rater Potential Evaluation (SRPE) season is just around the corner. As an AAW professional, you must ensure a SRPE is completed every year. The SRPE is a talent management tool used to evaluate the potential of civilian AAW professionals in designated grades to perform in positions of increased responsibility. To help you prepare for the upcoming SRPE Release on Oct. 1, you are encouraged to become familiar with the guidance, tips, and resources located on the SRPE webpage.