Ppm Calculator Military

Military PPM Reimbursement Calculator

This is the estimated rate the government would pay a contractor per 100 lbs for your specific move. This varies by origin, destination, and time of year. Use official resources for the most accurate rate.

PPM Reimbursement Details:

Reimbursable Weight:

Reimbursable CWT:

Estimated Government Cost:

Your Estimated PPM Reimbursement:

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Note: This calculation does not include potential incentive payments, advance operating allowance, or travel per diem.

Understanding Your Military Personally Procured Move (PPM) Reimbursement

For military service members, a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) often means moving your entire life to a new location. While the government typically provides contracted movers, many service members opt for a Personally Procured Move (PPM), also known as a "Do-It-Yourself" (DITY) move. This option allows you to manage your own move, and in return, you receive a reimbursement based on what the government would have paid a commercial moving company.

What is a PPM?

A PPM is when you, the service member, take responsibility for moving your household goods (HHG) during a PCS. This can involve renting a truck, packing your own items, or even hiring your own local movers. The primary incentive for a PPM is the financial reimbursement, which can often be a significant amount, potentially allowing you to keep any money saved by doing the move more efficiently or cheaply than the government's estimated cost.

How is PPM Reimbursement Calculated?

The core of PPM reimbursement is based on a percentage of what the government would have paid a commercial carrier to move the same amount of household goods over the same distance. Here are the key factors:

1. Authorized Weight Entitlement: Your rank, marital status, and number of dependents determine the maximum weight of household goods the government will move for you. You will only be reimbursed up to this authorized weight.
2. Actual Weight Moved: This is the certified weight of the household goods you actually move. If you move less than your authorized weight, your reimbursement will be based on the actual weight. If you move more, it will be capped at your authorized weight.
3. Distance of Move: The mileage between your origin and destination directly impacts the cost.
4. Government Rate per CWT: This is the estimated rate the government would pay a contractor per Hundredweight (CWT, or 100 lbs) for your specific move. This rate is dynamic and varies significantly based on the origin, destination, and even the time of year. It's crucial to obtain an accurate estimate from your local Transportation Office (TO) or Personal Property Office (PPO).
5. Reimbursement Percentage: Typically, service members are reimbursed 95% of the government's estimated cost for moving the household goods. This 5% difference is intended to cover administrative costs the government would incur.

Beyond the Basic Reimbursement: Other Potential Payments

It's important to note that the calculator above focuses on the primary reimbursement for moving your household goods. A full PPM settlement can also include:

• Advance Operating Allowance: You can request an advance payment (up to 60% of the estimated reimbursement) to help cover upfront costs like truck rental, packing supplies, and fuel.
• Incentive Payments: In some cases, particularly during peak moving seasons or for certain routes, the government may offer additional incentive payments to encourage PPMs.
• Travel Per Diem: This is a separate allowance for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses incurred during your travel days to the new duty station. This is calculated based on the number of authorized travel days and the per diem rates for your route.
• Weight Tickets: You will need certified empty and full weight tickets for your moving vehicle to prove the weight of your household goods.

Using the PPM Calculator

Our Military PPM Reimbursement Calculator helps you estimate the core reimbursement for your household goods move. Simply input your:

• Authorized Weight Entitlement: Based on your rank and family status.
• Actual Weight Moved: The weight of your HHG.
• Distance of Move: The mileage between your old and new duty stations.
• Estimated Government Rate per CWT: This is the most variable input. Contact your Transportation Office for the most accurate rate for your specific move.
• Reimbursement Percentage: Typically 95%.

The calculator will then provide an estimated reimbursement amount, helping you plan your finances for your upcoming PCS.

Example Scenario:

Let's say a Staff Sergeant (E-6) with dependents is authorized to move 11,000 lbs. They decide to do a PPM and move 9,500 lbs of their household goods. The move is 1,500 miles, and their Transportation Office estimates the government rate for this specific move at $25 per CWT. With a standard 95% reimbursement percentage, here's how the calculation works:

• Reimbursable Weight: The lesser of 11,000 lbs (authorized) and 9,500 lbs (actual) is 9,500 lbs.
• Reimbursable CWT: 9,500 lbs / 100 = 95 CWT.
• Government Estimated Cost: 95 CWT * $25/CWT = $2,375.
• PPM Reimbursement: $2,375 * 0.95 = $2,256.25.

This service member would receive an estimated $2,256.25 for their household goods move, not including any travel per diem or other allowances.

Always consult with your local Transportation Office or Personal Property Office for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding your specific PPM entitlements and procedures.