# DLA Tests Distributed Production at Fort Belvoir

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) conducted a Distributed Production Wargame from September 1-3, 2026, at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, to assess manufacturing surge capabilities using additive manufacturing and AI tools. This exercise supports the Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network strategy mandated by the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and aims to enhance supply chain resilience for prolonged combat operations. The wargame focused on identifying manufacturing needs, supply chain gaps, and regulatory barriers to accelerate part replacement during wartime, emphasizing distributed production closer to the battlefield.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the increasing emphasis on additive manufacturing and AI-enabled distributed production as critical enablers for defense sustainment.
- The initiative signals potential future contract opportunities related to manufacturing technologies, supply chain innovation, and rapid part replacement capabilities.
- Organizations involved in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain services may find strategic value in aligning offerings with the Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network requirements.
- This development highlights the importance of regulatory compliance and agility in defense manufacturing procurement to support operational readiness.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Energy Resilience and Optimization
- Joint Force

### Key Quotes
> Distributed production strengthens the link between logistics and battlefield lethality by moving manufacturing closer to the point of need and helping keep weapons systems operational.
> — Maj. Gen. David Sanford, DLA Logistics Operations Director

### Sources
- [Defense Logistics Agency tests distributed production for future conflict sustainment](https://tradersunion.com/news/financial-news/show/3364012-defense-logistics-distributed-production-wargame) - Traders Union