Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth decided to reverse course on the idea to privatize the process that moves service members’ household goods.
Instead, he directed officials to improve the current program, which will remain in place for at least three years, according to an advisory sent Wednesday to the military services and personal property shipping offices, as well as companies previously approved to move troops and families under the “tender of service” program, the DOD’s legacy system for managing moves.
Source: Military Times Article
The article mentions a 15 December deadline for the PCS Taskforce to submit a more detailed analysis of the options available for a follow-on organization for the task force. This is encouraging news and should allow Transportation Service Providers (TSPs) a continuing opportunity to provide their views as to how the program can be improved. MilMove.com will be preparing a list of suggestions for the Taskforce. Any interested parties that want to provide views, input and suggestions can contact us at support@milmove.com