919th Contracting Battalion / MICC - Fort Bliss

09/21/2021

On 17 September 2021, MICC-Fort Bliss celebrated and recognized September birthdays for personnel within the organization. MICC-Fort Bliss hosted a birthday ceremony for MSG Cunningham, Mr. Baughman, and Ms. Brown. Several members of the 919th CBN attended virtually through MS Teams. LTC Brooks and Mr. Medrano provided the workforce with updates on the EOFY requirements and overall progress during the ceremony. The Commander also informed the organization of ongoing support for the OAW and SWB mission.

09/21/2021

Three members of CONDET B arrived at Fort Irwin, CA in support of NTC 21-10. The team deployed to support 1/1 AD and 2/75th Ranger Battalion with all their contractual needs to be successful in their rotation. The contracting team continues to provide Quality Assurance and Contracting Oversight for 14 requirements.

09/21/2021

Mrs. Rashonda Jones created a mock PCF package for the MICC-FBTX/919th CBN training cell to work within PCF while they conducted live market research training. The training consisted of each new 51C personnel reviewing a package, learning to maneuver through PCF, uploading documents and reviewing websites and preparation of a market research report. As a result, the members of the training cell will be postured to work as fully functioning 1102’s/51C’s who are proficient in their craft once they graduate from the training cell.

09/15/2021

#HappeningNow MICC Commanding General Brig. Gen. Douglas Lowrey is receiving the Order of St. Maurice medal on behalf of the National Infantry Association and U.S. Army Infantry Branch for significant contributions to the promotion of the Infantry during a ceremony broadcast from Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

08/31/2021

Both Forward Contracting Element (FCE) North and South conducted site visits to better understand the requirements. FCE-North is providing theater contracting support to enable the transition of the V Corps to Poznan, Poland. The initiatives of FCE-South are enabling MK Airbase to expand, develop, and provide a better quality of life for Soldiers.

08/31/2021

On 27 July 2021, MICC-FBTX conducted a monthly Town Hall virtually through MS Teams. The event consisted of personnel recognitions for performance, birthdays, hails, and farewell. It also included an update on open job positions within MICC-FBTX and return to work guidance.

08/31/2021

On 10 Aug 2021, COL James Brady and his Deputy Frank Lands visited the MICC-Fort Bliss office. The visit provided valuable insight for the Garrison Commander on the organizational structure, the acquisition process, and MICC-FBTX capabilities to support IMCOM and White Sands Missile Range. COL Brady also took this opportunity to recognize a few MICC-FBTX personnel by presenting them with a Garrison coin for their tireless work and dedication in ensuring IMCOM requirements needs are met in a timely manner.

08/31/2021

On 6 August 2021 MICC-Fort Bliss hosted a assumption of responsibility ceremony for SGM Natasha McKellum virtually through MS Teams. The change of responsibility is a tradition of passing of colors, which represents the loyalty of the Soldiers to the new sergeant major, but also identifies SGM McKellum as the principal advisor to LTC Brooks.

08/31/2021

MAJ Collins assumed the role of ACO in support of Operation Allies Refuge at Doña Ana Range Complex. The 919th Command Team and the Deputy Director were also heavily engaged with synchronizing efforts for OAR. Additionally, SFC McInnis, SSG Saranghilo, and SSG Neill also provided support by attending meetings with the contractor, conducting daily site visits, and covering down on duties until the 901st Team arrived to relieve them.

08/31/2021

On 23-27 Aug 2021, members from the 919th and 901st CBN conduct site visits throughout Dona Ana Housing Area (DAHA) in support of Operation Allies Refuge (OAR). Soldiers inspected tents, flooring, HVAC, vector control, etc., to ensure that the contractor is in compliance and on schedule within the constraints of the LOGCAP mission.

08/31/2021

Three members (from left to right MAJ Dempsey, SFC Ramirez, and SSG Gould) of CONDET B arrived at Fort Irwin, CA ISO NTC Rotation 21-10. The team deployed to support 1/1 AD and 2/75th Ranger Battalion with all their contractual needs to succeed in their rotation. The team awarded a total of 14 requirements.

Three members (from left to right MAJ Dempsey, SFC Ramirez, and SSG Gould) of CONDET B arrived at Fort Irwin, CA ISO NTC Rotation 21-10. The team deployed to support 1/1 AD and 2/75th Ranger Battalion with all their contractual needs to succeed in their rotation. The team awarded a total of 14 requirements.

08/26/2021

MICC Field Directorate Office Fort Sam Houston Change of Command

The MICC Field Directorate Office-Fort Sam Houston conducts a change of command Aug. 26 at 10 a.m. CDT as Col. Toney Stephenson assumes command from Col. Jason Jefferis in a ceremony officiated by Brig. Gen. Douglas Lowrey, the MICC commanding general.

08/06/2021

#TeamBuilding NCOs from the 919th Contracting Battalion / MICC - Fort Bliss gathered at the end of July to conduct their first team building activity since the start of the COVID pandemic at the Ft Bliss - Desert Strike Lanes - Bowling Center. Facilitated by Sgt. 1st Class Fernando Ramirez, seven NCOs from Contracting Detachment B and battalion staff took part while their counterparts are presently deployed. The activity allowed them to maintain unit cohesion, boost morale, and build trust and camaraderie.

05/27/2021

MICC Change of Command - May 27, 2021

Mission and Installation Contracting Command change of command.

02/23/2021

Army officials announced today the selection of Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler as the next U.S. Army Contracting Command leader! Army officials also announced Brig. Gen. Douglas Lowrey from the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command as the next MICC commanding general. Congrats to both!

Fantastic news! Please join us in congratulating Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler on her selection as the next commanding general of the U.S. Army Contracting Command and part of Team Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. ACC, a two-star command, is responsible for delivering decisive contracting solutions across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force, anytime, anywhere. U.S. Army officials also announced Brig. Gen. Douglas Lowrey, currently serving as the commanding general of the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command at Redstone Arsenal, as the next commanding general of the MICC. For those of you who have been with the MICC a while, Lowrey is no stranger to the command. Congratulations!
Read the full announcement at https://www.army.mil/article/243631/.

02/22/2021

ARMY SENIOR LEADER #COVID19 TOWN HALL

Live #COVID19 Army senior leader town hall

02/19/2021

Hear from and engage directly with Army senior leaders and subject matter experts at the U.S. Army #COVID19 Town Hall Feb. 22 from 9:45-11 a.m. EDT at http://facebook.com/USArmy/Live. All MICC members are encouraged to tune in live to learn the importance of getting vaccinated.

Hear from and engage directly with Army senior leaders and subject matter experts during the U.S. Army COVID-19 Town Hall Monday, Feb. 22, from 9:45 to 11 a.m. EDT at www.facebook.com/USArmy/Live. All members of the MICC workforce are encouraged to tune in live to learn why it's important they get vaccinated when eligible.

02/19/2021

Registration open for nationwide industry outreach

Register by March 12 for the MICC 2021 Advanced Planning Briefing for Industry taking place virtually March 22-26.

Registration is now open at beta.SAM.gov for the virtual Advance Planning Briefing for Industry March 22-26.

12/16/2020

MICC Command Team Holiday Message

The U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command's Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler, Clay Cole and Command Sgt. Maj. Chantel Sena-Diaz offer holidays greetings to the command workforce.

11/26/2020

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Happy Thanksgiving, Team MICC🍗🦃

This Thanksgiving we are thankful for YOU! We are grateful for your time and dedication. Our Soldiers, civilians and their families are the heartbeat of the 919th Contracting Battalion/ MICC Fort Bliss. Thank you for all that you do.

Wear those stretchy-pants, and make room for seconds 👖👏

#HappyThanksgiving

11/19/2020

U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command

U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command

Successes realized following the 2020 transition of small business outreach to a virtual platform due to coronavirus have led MICC officials to shift its approach to a single, command-wide online effort taking place March 22-26, 2021.

Learn more at https://www.army.mil/article/240983/.

09/26/2020

MICC-Fort Bliss battalion uncases colors signifies return

MICC-Fort Bliss battalion uncases colors signifies return

MICC-Fort Bliss battalion uncases colors signifies return

09/03/2020

MICC Leaders on Project Inclusion

Project Inclusion is the Army’s holistic effort to enact initiatives that promote diversity, equity and inclusion, which begins by listening to Army Soldiers, civilians and families. It gives voice to our teammates as the Army undertakes a comprehensive effort to identify any bias and mitigate it. This campaign plan operationalizes #ProjectInclusion as a natural extension of the Army People Strategy. It also addresses Army-related diversity, equity and inclusion concerns from external stakeholders.

08/09/2020

On 07 August, MICC Fort Bliss and the 919th Contracting Battalion had the pleasure of promoting its very own Staff Sergeant Cheryl Hood to the rank of Sergeant First Class! She has been the backbone of the Battalion since her arrival and will continue her great work. The ceremony was held by a small group of 919th personnel adhering to the mandatory social distancing and wearing of mask while the unit gathered on MS Teams to watch. We are so very proud of you! Continue to Be Great!

Congratulations SFC Hood and Family!

“Iron Focus, Iron Will”

919th Contracting Support Battalion

07/01/2020

Army National Hiring Days

The U.S. Army is conducting its first "Army National Hiring Days" campaign today through July 2 with a goal of hiring 10,000 new Soldiers. On behalf of the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command, Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler and Command Sgt. Maj. Chantel Sena-Diaz are part of a team ensuring the Army is the best trained, best equipped and most talented force in the world.

If you or someone you know is interested in Army opportunities, visit www.goarmy.com/hiringdays. #HiringDays

07/01/2020

It’s been a great month for the 919th Contracting Battalion (CBn) of MICC Ft. Bliss, and the United States Army. Along with the return of HQ 919th from Afghanistan we are also blessed to celebrate the frocking of MICC Bliss’s most Senior NCO to the rank of SGM. SGM Rachel Y. Harris was frocked on 26 June 20 and will continue to serve as the Battalion Sergeant Major for the 919th CBn. She was joined by her Parents Mr. Otho and Ms. Sofia Andrews along with her special guest BG (RET) Michael D. Hoskins and CSM (RET) Gerald Wright on this joyous occasion.

Congratulations SGM Harris!!! #NCOLCoE CLASS #70 Iron Focus, Iron Will.

06/03/2020

919th CBN Soldiers forge successes during Afghanistan deployment

https://www.army.mil/article/236127

919th CBN Soldiers forge successes during Afghanistan dep...

06/02/2020

The 919th is coming home!!!!
The Regional Contracting Center-Afghanistan workforce on 22 May 2020

05/29/2020

On 12 May 2020, LOGCAP, in support of Fort Bliss’s COVID-19 response efforts, was expanded to provide temporary facilities at McGregor Base Camp for Army Reserve and National Guard units to conduct mobilization training simultaneously with the required 14-day quarantine. The effort to execute training while in quarantine creates efficiencies by reducing the amount of days mobilizing units are required to remain at Fort Bliss prior to deploying to support mission around the world. On 18 May 2020, members of 919th CBn conducted a site inspection to ensure the LOGCAP services were fully operational. The services that were inspected includes life support areas, pest management, power generation, and fire protection services. The services were verified fully operational by MAJ Gholston, the Administrative Contracting Officer.

05/29/2020

During the week of 12-18 May 2020, MICC-Fort Bliss, TX conducted several planning sessions in preparation for transitioning the workforce from telework to re-occupying the office.
When the COVID-19 pandemic became a major concern across the United States in early March 2020, MICC-Fort Bliss transitioned to a full-time telework policy where 90% of the workforce continuously worked from home in order to reduce the risk of a disease spread within the office. As the pandemic continues and the United States begin to implement plans to re-open businesses, MICC-Fort Bliss is now creating a structured approach for the workforce to transition back to an office work environment. The overarching plan consists of bringing the workforce back in increments while implementing a policy to reduce risks of disease spread. Some examples of the various topics the policy will include are: the wearing of facial masks within the office, social distancing guidelines, daily cleaning of common areas, daily temperature checks of all employees, and leveraging virtual meeting software for collaboration instead of physical meetings.

05/27/2020

925th CBN assumes regional contracting center command

The 925th CBN and MICC - Fort Drum has assumed command of the Regional Contracting Center-Afghanistan from 919th Contracting Battalion, signaling the return home to Fort Bliss, Texas for Soldiers in the coming days.

925th CBN assumes regional contracting center command

05/15/2020

Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler on Category Management

Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler discusses the command’s category management strategies allowing mission partners to buy smarter as an enterprise with the elimination of redundancies, increased efficiency and greater value. Find the full-length version of the video at https://youtu.be/uuhHDhy6aXs.

Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler, the commanding general for the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, discusses the command’s category management efforts...

04/30/2020

On 08 Apr 20, GEN Garrett, FORSCOM CG, conducted battlefield circulation at FOB Westbrook in order to conduct a quality of life check for quarantined guests. During the visit, he received an Operational Overview of FOB Westbrook followed by a site tour. BG Eichburg, 1AD Acting Commander, COL James, Fort Bliss Garrison Commander, 1/1 ABCT Leadership, MICC-Fort Bliss leadership and QAs all participated in the event.

04/15/2020

U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command

U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command leaders address Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and reinforce the priority of protecting our people.

In an address to the MICC workforce, Brig. Gen. Christine Beeler, Clay Cole and Command Sgt. Maj. Chantel Sena-Diaz stress the importance of April being Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. To show your support for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, please wear teal on Tuesdays in April and denim on April 29. Share your photos in teal and denim with the MICC by sending your pictures to [email protected].

04/14/2020

U.S. Army Contracting Command

U.S. Army Contracting Command Maj. Gen. Paul Pardew: “The Mission and Installation Contracting Command remains the main effort for ACC here in the nation and their direct involvement in supporting the COVID response across the entire country, and they’re doing a phenomenal job.”

Maj. Gen. Pardew recognizes members of the ACC workforce in his latest message.