Welcome to
Naval Support Activity
Washington
Located in the heart the nation’s capital, Naval Support Activity Washington encompasses the Washington Navy Yard, the oldest Navy installation in the U.S.; Naval Support Facility Naval Research Laboratory; Naval Support Facility Suitland; Naval Support Facility Naval Observatory; Naval Support Facility Arlington and Naval Support Facility Carderock.
Naval Support Activity Washington is host to many Navy headquarters commands, including Commander, Navy Installations Command, Naval Sea Systems Command, and Naval Facilities Engineering Command.
Mission STATEMENT
To strengthen the Navy’s operational readiness through effective and efficient shore installation management and exceptional customer support for the Washington Navy Yard, Naval Support Facility United States naval Observatory, NSF Arlington, NSF Carderock, NSF Naval Research Laboratory, and NSF Suitland.
VISION STATEMENT
As the “Quarterdeck of the Navy” and the host of many of our Navy’s central efforts in support of warfighters around the world, Naval Support Activity Washington provides safety, security, and the best possible working environment to our supported commanders and customers. We accomplish our mission and support the missions of our tenants with professionalism, courtesy, and respect for all whom we serve.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
• Take customer service to the next level - Treat everyone you meet with dignity, courtesy and respect
• Be brilliant on the basics - know your job and do it “by the book”
• Make smart business decisions - be good stewards of taxpayer dollars
• Live a culture of continuous improvement - hold yourself accountable and be proud of your work
• Represent Navy to the surrounding community - enhance mission accomplishment by demonstrating honor, courage, and
commitment in everything you do