ALCGFINANCE 032/23
SUBJ: BASIC DAILY FOOD ALLOWANCE (BDFA) SEPTEMBER 2023
1.The issued base BDFA for SEPTEMBER 2023 is 15.01.
Afloat 15.01
Ashore 20.26
2.All CG District 17 and Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA)
units are authorized, but not mandated a 25 percent increase in the
base BDFA.
3.The Requisition Number and Purchase Order (PO) Number for
Subsistence Purchase Card purchases for the month of September 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR230001742
b. PO Number: 70Z02323MO0000951
4.The Requisition Number for MILSBILLS/DLA orders for the month
of September 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR230001741
5.Commanding Officers and Officers‐In‐Charge shall ensure all
Food Service Officers receive a copy of this message.
6.POCs are COMDT (CG‐1113), Mr. Chad Adams at
(202) 475‐5149, Chad.A.Adams@uscg.mil or COMDT (CG‐832),
Mr. Monty Holcombe at (202) 372‐3593, Monty.D.Holcombe@uscg.mil.
7.S. J. Dietrich, Deputy, Office of Resource Management sends.
8.Internet release authorized.
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ALCGFINANCE 023/23
SUBJ: BASIC DAILY FOOD ALLOWANCE (BDFA) AUGUST 2023
1.The issued base BDFA for AUGUST 2023 is 15.00.
Afloat 15.00
Ashore 20.25
2.All CG District 17 and Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA)
units are authorized, but not mandated a 25 percent increase in the
base BDFA.
3.The Requisition Number and Purchase Order (PO) Number for
Subsistence Purchase Card purchases for the month of August 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR23000142
b. PO Number: 70Z02323MO0000951
4.The Requisition Number for MILSBILLS/DLA orders for the month
of August 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR230001741
5.Commanding Officers and Officers‐In‐Charge shall ensure all
Food Service Officers receive a copy of this message.
6.POCs are COMDT (CG‐1113), Mr. Chad Adams at
(202) 475‐5149, Chad.A.Adams@uscg.mil or COMDT (CG‐832),
Mr. Monty Holcombe at (202) 372‐3593, Monty.D.Holcombe@uscg.mil.
7.S. J. Dietrich, Deputy, Office of Resource Management sends.
8.Internet release authorized.
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ALCGFINANCE 017/23
SUBJ: BASIC DAILY FOOD ALLOWANCE (BDFA) JUNE 2023
1.The issued base BDFA for JUNE 2023 is 14.90.
Afloat 14.90
Ashore 20.12
2.All CG District 17 and Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA)
units are authorized, but not mandated a 25 percent increase in the
base BDFA.
3.The Requisition Number and Purchase Order (PO) Number for
Subsistence Purchase Card purchases for the month of June 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR230001725
b. PO Number: 70Z02323MO0000948
4.The Requisition Number for MILSBILLS/DLA orders for the month
of June 2023 is:
a. Requisition Number: 70098PR230001726
5.Commanding Officers and Officers‐In‐Charge shall ensure all
Food Service Officers receive a copy of this message.
6.POCs are COMDT (CG‐1113), Mr. Chad Adams at
(202) 475‐5149, Chad.A.Adams@uscg.mil or COMDT (CG‐832),
Mr. Monty Holcombe at (202) 372‐3593, Monty.D.Holcombe@uscg.mil.
7.CAPT W. A. Budovec, Office of Resource Management sends.
8.Internet release authorized.
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ALCGENL 159/23
SUBJ/ ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2024 ENLISTED SUPPORT ADVANCED EDUCATION PANEL RESULTS FOR CULINARY MANAGEMENT
A. COMCOGARD FORCECOM NORFOLK VA 181340Z APR 23/ALCOAST 152/23
B. COMCOGARD PSC WASHINGTON DC 101933Z MAY 23/ALCGENL 104/23
C. Performance, Training, and Education Manual, COMDTINST M1500.10 (series)
D. Body Composition Standards Program, COMDTINST M1020.8 (series)
1.In accordance with Refs A through C, the Panel convened 10 July 2023. The
following are the results for each program:
d. Culinary Management:
Primary (alphabetical order):
CSC Kendra D. Garza PACAREA SPECIAL COMMAND AIDES
CSC Jeffrey N. Thompson TC PET CS SCHOOL BRANCH (TCS)
Alternates (Precedence order):
Name: Unit:
CS1 Jessica L. Dwyer BASE LA/LB GALLEY (BG)
CS1 Ofelia B. Condulle BASE MB GALLEY (BG)
CSC Stephanie E. Majure OL-DHS EXEC DINING FAC-DC
CS1 Robert G. Coontz D7 COMMAND CADRE (D)
CSC Jonathan R. Babor BASE CHA TEMP DUTY DIV (PX)
CSC Zachary D. Hassilev D17 COMMAND CADRE (D)
CS1 Amanda M. Harris COMMANDANT (CG-09ES)
CS1 James R. Warner CGC DILIGENCE
CS1 Demetrius G. Calhoun CGC CHARLES MOULTHROPE
CS1 Shane M. Neighbors CGC MOHAWK
CS2 Jorge A. Hernandez CGC ELM
2.Members are reminded that they must remain compliant with Ref D prior to and
during the entire period of the training.
3.The actual date of assignment to the training program will be coordinated
between the member, Program Manager, and applicable Assignment Officer during
the AY24 assignment season. The primary candidate selected will receive a
program acceptance memo within two weeks from the date of this message and will
have five days to accept or deny the program.
4.Members who attend a fully funded advanced education program will incur a
minimum active duty obligation of three months for each month of education for
the first year and one month for each month thereafter. Obligated service
begins upon completion of advanced training.
5.Members may contact CG PSC-EPM-4, Program Managers, and the applicable Rating
Force Master Chief per the specific Program Information Sheet to receive career
counseling on how to make themselves competitive for future Panels.
6.Panel membership:
Name: Unit:
LCDR Catherine M. Gillen (President) BASE NCR COMPTR & OPS DEPT
LT Andrew N. Ellis COMMANDANT (CG-831)
F&S3 Giovanni L. Beltran SEC NOLA FIN/SUPPLY DIV
F&S3 Martin J. Espinoza COMMANDANT (CG-1B1)
F&S2 Nadia L. Laub ATC MOBILE PROC & CONTR DEPT
PERS2 Jessica A. Olmeda CG PSC-EPM-3
CSCM Matthew R. Simolon TRACEN YKTWN CSA SEC
7.CAPT J. W. Guyer, Chief, Enlisted Personnel Management Division, CG
Personnel Service Center, sends.
8.Internet release authorized.
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ALCGGENL 205/23
SUBJ: AY24 SPECIAL COMMAND AIDE (SCA) SOLICITATION
A. Military Assignments and Authorized Absences, COMDINST M1000.8A
1.Purpose: This message solicits Culinary Specialists (CS) interested
in assignment as a Special Command Aide (SCA). The positions below
are available in AY24.
GRADE POSN NR POSITION TITLE LOCATION
CSC 00073991 LEAD SCA PACAREA REPFAC ALAMEDA, CA
CSC 00090018 DHS EXECUTIVE DINING FACILITY WASHINGTON, DC
CS1 00087088 CJCS-SCA WASHINGTON, DC
CS1 00033918 D7 REPFAC MIAMI, FL
CS2 00006432 SCA LANTAREA REPFAC PORTSMOUTH, VA
2.Background: SCAs fill a variety of high visibility positions at
the White House, the Department of Homeland Security Executive
Dining Facility, the Commandant’s Flag Mess at Coast Guard
Headquarters, and Representational Facilities (REPFACs) around the
Coast Guard. Their responsibilities vary dependent upon the
assignment. SCAs provide support to senior leadership in the
execution of representational duties for the Coast Guard.
3.Discussion.
A. Assignment as an SCA is a unique opportunity to represent the
Coast Guard and to serve senior leadership as they execute
responsibilities and strengthen partnerships with foreign
dignitaries, senior government officials, and other organizational
stakeholders. To be successful, SCAs must be service-oriented,
have outstanding work ethic and initiative, and possess excellent
culinary skills.
B. SCA duties for assignments at REPFACs include, but are not
limited to the following:
1.Household Management: Maintain the official entertainment
areas of the REPFAC, provide care for furnishings and equipment,
requisition, receive and account for government owned equipment,
coordinate, schedule, monitor work orders, and maintain REPFAC
records.
2.Financial Management: Maintain accounting records of funds
drawn from the Flag officer’s personal accounts and other
official REPFAC funds, provide (as required) monthly, quarterly,
and yearly reports for all accounts. Plan, execute, and manage
procurements and assist contracting officers.
3.Enlisted Aide Duties: Act as point of contact for all
operations in the REPFAC to include serving as the safety and
security manager, liaison between the REPFAC and the Flag
officer’s staff, prepare uniforms and assist Flag Officers in
executing their official responsibilities.
4.Food Service: Plan and execute formal dinners, receptions,
and other similar events through the development of menus,
preparation of food, determining table arrangement and table
setting, greeting guests, and bartending.
4.Eligibility Requirements: Culinary Specialists who are tour
complete in AY 2024 or AY 2025, have consistently demonstrated a
superb work ethic, presently serve in pay grades E5-E7, meet
career sea time requirement for advancement to the next higher pay
grade, have a current secret clearance, and exemplify a sharp
military appearance.
5.Application Process: Eligible members must submit an
application package to CG PSC-EPM-2, through their chain of command,
sent via email to Nicholas.J.Wernicke(at)USCG.MIL and copy the SCA
Program Manager at Jason.T.Rohrs(at)USCG.MIL to arrive NLT
03 NOV 2023. Special care should be taken to ensure emailed documents
including pictures are in color, not distorted, and completely
visible.
Package must include:
A. A cover letter specifically addressing why the member is
interested in becoming an SCA (not to exceed two pages).
B. Command Endorsement – Command Endorsements are critical to the
selection process. Command Endorsements shall provide specific
comments on the member to include:
1.Eligibility (as noted in par. 4)
2.Summary of character
3.Personal appearance and military bearing
4.Professionalism, comfort, and ability to interact with senior
officials.
5.Financial responsibility
6.Culinary and other professional qualifications
C. Resume: The resume shall include assignment history (to
include dates, unit, rank, and duties), education and training,
personal awards, and any culinary presentation experience.
D. Copy of current Enlisted Employee Review (EER) summary.
E. Copy of most recent EER performance evaluation.
F. Applicants are allowed a maximum of two pages for photos of
their culinary works (optional).
6.Applicants for SCA duty shall submit billets they desire via
direct access. However, all applicants will be considered and
screened for all open positions in AY24. Assignment to specific
billets will be based on service needs.
7.POC: For additional information regarding specific SCA duties
and responsibilities contact the SCA Program Manager, CSCS Jason
Rohrs, at (202)372-4412. For additional information regarding
SCA Assignments or the CS rating, contact the CS assignment
officer at CGPSC-EPM-2, CWO2 Nicholas Wernicke at (202)795-6570.
8.Released by: LT S. P. Sekitoleko, 202-795-6578
9.Internet release authorized.
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ALCGFINANCE 042/23
SUBJ: BASIC DAILY FOOD ALLOWANCE (BDFA) OCTOBER 2023

1. The issued base BDFA for OCTOBER 2023 is 15.07.
   Afloat 15.07
   Ashore 20.35
2. All CG District 17 and Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA)
   units are authorized, but not mandated a 25 percent increase in the
   base BDFA.
3. The Purchase Order (PO) Number for Subsistence Purchase Card
   purchases for the month of October 2023 is:
   a. PO Number: 70Z02323MO0001642
4. Commanding Officers and Officers‐In‐Charge shall ensure all
   Food Service Officers receive a copy of this message.
5. POCs are COMDT (CG‐1113), Mr. Chad Adams at
   (202) 475‐5149, Chad.A.Adams@uscg.mil or COMDT (CG‐832),
   Mr. Monty Holcombe at (202) 372‐3593, Monty.D.Holcombe@uscg.mil.
6. CDR P.J. Granati, Acting Deputy, Office of Resource Management sends.
7. Internet release authorized.
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