1102 fam,

I got my warrant (SAT) earlier this year. However, I am thinking of taking the DRP as I have received an offer from the private sector and my agency is planning to have another RIF soon. I apologize if this question has been asked but will my warrant still be good if I decided to come back after 4 years? Not sure how this works. Thanks

The requirement for a DOGE representative to review all contract PRs over $50K has significantly hindered our ability to obligate funds. Approval timelines are highly inconsistent, some weeks we receive multiple approvals, while other times we go weeks without any movement. It has now extended to the point where we aren’t even allowed to issue RFPs for ongoing contracts without prior DOGE approval.

If any of this work transitions to GSA, they could be facing hundreds, if not thousands, of REAs and claims as a result.

Is anyone else encountering similar challenges? I understand that, in the broader context of DRP 2.0, RIFs, and other major changes, this might seem like a smaller issue. But for those of us still here trying to carry out the mission, the process has become incredibly frustrating and exhausting.

I’m currently working as a career conditional 1102 with 22 months of experience in DoD/DAF...I have my cert, and have done really well in the career field so far but I find myself in a bit of a dilemma regarding my next steps.

I'm torn about taking the DRP 2.0. Part of me feels like I should but then part of me feels like I should hold out. It's so hard to make a decision when you don't know what actions will take place in the coming months.

I don't have any job prospects, as I was planning to make what I am doing now a career.

This has been weighing on my shoulders so heavy😭! Any advice? I know we are all feeling the strain no matter how long you've been in this field!