Welcome aboard!  Transient Personnel Unit San Diego is located onboard Naval Base San Diego, dry side, building 3142.  Our job is to make your transfer here as easy as possible.  We are sure that you have many questions about your new job and the surrounding community.  We will do our best to research and answer all of your questions.

To provide you the most valuable and relevant information and support, please complete the Prospective Gains Questionnaire that ask for information about you, your family (if you have one), and your travel plans.  Once completed, please send to our Sponsor Coordinator.  Upon receipt of your questionnaire, we will contact you to discuss information and answer any questions you may have.  If you do not wish to fill out the form, let us know a good time to call you and discuss your move.

To help you get started on your research, we highly recommend that you visit the following websites:

NAVY REGION SOUTHWEST

Navy Region Southwest has a wealth of information on our location including all the important phone numbers.

Navy Region Southwest Community Support Programs  MWR, Base Info, Activities and Classes

RELOCATION

Navy Region Southwest Relocation Support EFMP, Education Services, counseling, resume assistance

Lincoln Military Housing Current military housing available

Pacific Beacon Single unaccompanied active duty service member assigned to the San Diego metro area at a rank of E4 and has the proper request chit approved by the housing office.

HEAT Navy Housing Early Application Tool

Homefront San Diego Furniture, Computers, Food, Emergency Bill Payment 

DPS PORTAL Official DPS portal for scheduling household good moves and travel information 

Military OneSource has other resources and consultants that can answer any question 24/7 by calling 1-800-342-9647.

USO San Diego Resources for military arriving at the airport

MEDICAL

Tricare Update your Tricare to a new region.

FAMILIES

Navy Region Southwest Family Support Childcare, School Liaison Officer, CDC, Career Support, Counseling

Military Spouse Employment Workshop with FFSC (858) 277-4259

Please let us know when you will be reporting onboard.  For any questions you may have about living and working in this area, contact your assigned sponsor.  Also, our Command Master Chief at (619) 556-3227 and our Command Ombudsman at (619) 726-6530 for assistance.

We look forward to hearing from you and helping you with your transition to the Navy Region Southwest community.  We are sure your assignment here will provide you with many professional opportunities and wonderful memories.  We look forward to meeting you.

Command Sponsorship Coordinator, (619) 556-3182

Prospective Gain Questionnaire

Executive Department

TPU's Executive Department primarily encompasses Administrative, Legal, Command and Career Counseling, and Support Divisions.  They are responsible for the daily operations of TPU’s Front Office, staff and occasionally transient support.  Administratively, they supervise and direct all administrative matters for the command and ensure accuracy and timeliness of all awards, TAD orders, Command tickler, FITREPS/EVALUATIONS, and Command correspondence.  As a department, they provide services for over 3,800 officer and enlisted transients annually processing in and out of the Navy, as well as over 100 staff members. 

Legal Division

TPU's Legal Department annually processes thousands of military justice matters such as Non-judicial Punishments, Summary and Special Courts-martial, Article 32 Investigations, and Administrative Separations and Boards for fleet and overseas units. The Legal Department tracks all post-trial matters for Navy region Southwest for service members who were sentenced to punitive discharges by sending out monthly tracer messages to parent commands reminding them to complete their Convening Authority Actions. After this action is completed, the members can be placed in the appropriate appellate leave status. Additionally, upon a member returning to military control via apprehension or surrender, the Legal Department prepares a message informing NACIC and the parent command so that the member can either be processed for administrative separation or returned to the parent command for disciplinary action.

Upon check in for Administrative Separation, service members should have the following records and documents in their possession:

•BUPERS orders for separation
•Service, Medical and Dental Records
•Copy of Administrative separation package and/or discharge authority
•Parent command should ensure that separation physicals and TAP class are taken care of
•Close out evaluation to anticipated EAOS
•Any other documents pertinent to case (i.e., service record copies of page 6’s, 7’s and page 13’s along with any civilian court conviction documents)
•Parent command POC information (email and voicemail) 

Upon check in for Appellate Leave, (post-trial brig releases sentenced to BCD, DD and/or served more than 31 days in confinement after sentencing) service members should have the following records and documents in their possession:

•Service, Medical and Dental Records
•Complete separation physicals and TAP class
•Results of Trial
•Pretrial agreement (parts I and II)
•Any other documents pertinent to case (i.e., service record copies of page 6’s, 7’s and page 13’s along with any civilian court conviction documents)
•Parent command POC information (email and voicemail)
•Once discipline department confirms that member has completed physicals and TAP class, member should be sent to Legal to process for appellate leave. 

Discipline Division

All discipline residents checking into TPU must have the following:
•Orders
•Medical/Dental Orders Completed SF-2697 or 2807-1/2808
•Full Seabag
•Copy of ADSEP package
•Separation Evaluation
•Proof of completed TGPS class
•Completed ITP Checklist
•If restriction, Copy of NJP results and restriction orders 
 
Operations Department

Responsible for Central Processing Center, Assignments, Separations, Training and Flights and Travel. 

Central Processing Center Division

When you report to the front desk, you will be required to have all your records. At the front desk we will obtain information from you including a valid recall number and will assign you a room if you do not reside out in town and are not receiving BAH. The following business day you will be required to muster in uniform and within grooming standards and will attend our Indoctrination class, which will explain your duties and our rules in further depth. While you

Assignments Division
 

• Responsible for the daily mustering and assigning of work to transient personnel destined for further transfer (FFT).  Transient personnel checking in are assigned duties after attending Indoctrination the next business day.  These assignments could include duty driver, Quarterdeck messenger of the watch (MOOW), working parties or barracks clean up.   

• Ensures personnel on work assignments are aware of official appointments. 

• Ensures all transient personal, medical, legal, and pay problems reported at daily muster are forwarded and conveyed to appropriate staff in order to ensure issues are resolved prior to transient personnel reporting to their next command. 

• Gaining Commands can request to have their transient sailors sent TAD or to schools during their stay. TAD authorization will only be accepted from the Sailor’s ultimate duty station and must be coordinated with TPU Staff.  Prior approved TAD orders must be reassessed by the Sailor’s ultimate duty station before being approved by TPU. 

• Monitors the status of FFT personnel and reports unusual or concerning circumstances to reduce delays in processing. Sailors that arrive with previously approved surgery requests will need to ensure the request reassessed authorized by their ultimate duty station before being approved by TPU.

Should you have questions about TPU, feel free to call our Quarterdeck at: 619-556-3182 or DSN 526-3182. 
 

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Hotline Hotline (877) 995-5247.

Duty Victim Advocate 24/7  619-279-2904, 619-985-8157.

Naval Base San Diego Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) 619-261-3991.

TPU SAPR Team:

POC: YN1 Patricia Gooden.

Victim Advocates:  MM1 Antonio Avila, ABH2 Tyler Humes, OS2 Mark Madla.

What does NRSW TPU do?

 NRSW TPU processes over 4,000 transient Sailors annually. We are responsible for the efficient and timely processing of transient Sailors who fall into many categories: Sailors PCSing from a deployed or underway San Diego Fleet Unit or from OCONUS commands and Sailors pending retirement or separation.  In addition to processing Sailors, TPU manages and operates a transient barrack, 24 hours a day. 

What services does TPU offer?

 TPU offers a variety of services for afloat and OCONUS commands. In General, a transient Sailor has a variety of resources available. These include, but are not limited to: indoctrination, messing/billeting, accountability, administrative features, career counseling, DAPA, training, work assignments/watches, TGPS classes, and physicals. 

I am supposed to report to my ship, and it is underway/deployed. Where am I supposed to go?

 Sailors with PCS orders to commands homeported in the San Diego area that are deployed or underway should report to Brunton Hall (Building 3142) at Naval Base, San Diego, CA. Ensure that you have the original copy of your orders. Save all travel receipts, as you will fill out a travel claim when you get to your ultimate destination. 

How do I contact a service member who is attached to TPU?

 Letters and packages may be sent to the following address:

        SVM Name, Rate/Rank

        Navy Region Southwest Transient Personnel Unit

        Transient Personnel Unit

        2475 McKean St

        San Diego, CA 92136 

 Individuals wishing to contact transient sailors may call the following numbers to leave a message: Transient Personnel: (619) 556-3182. 

I am reporting to TPU to be separated from Active Duty in 3 weeks. What should I do with my uniforms?

 Bring them with you to TPU. All personnel on Active Duty are required to have a full seabag at all times. Do not dispose of your uniforms prior to reporting to TPU! You are still in the Navy up to, and including, the actual date of your separation. While staying at TPU, you will still be required to muster and work a full workday. Those individuals reporting without uniforms will be required to purchase new uniforms for use during their assignment to TPU. 

How do I get mail while staying at TPU?

 Mail is received on a daily basis. A list of personnel who have received mail is posted daily at the Brunton Hall. 

Will I get COMRATS/BAH while I'm attached to TPU?

 If you are entitled to receive COMRATS/BAH, you will most likely be entitled at TPU as well.Just as you are required to restart these entitlements when you are gained to a new command, you will be required to restart them once you are gained at TPU.  BAH is not automatically approved. Members must meet all requirements to receive it.  Single sailors not currently receiving BAH will, most likely, not be entitled to BAH while assigned to TPU.  For those who are separating/retiring at TPU San Diego under an approved separation request (TPU San Diego is not their authorized place of separation), they will be entitled to and receive the BAH/entitlements associated with their authorized place of separation.  A Sailor coming from Norfolk and elected to retire out of TPU San Diego will receive Norfolk BAH and is not entitled to San Diego BAH. 

What is DL?

 DL is the acronym for Discipline Department Legal Hold Division. All personnel pending disciplinary action or under investigation are placed in this division. 

Will TPU pay for my taxi ride from the airport?

 No. However, you are entitled to claim taxi fare on your PCS travel claim. Once you get to your permanent duty station, you can file a claim for reimbursement. Check with the USO for more information. 

Where is TPU located?

 TPU is located in Brunton Hall Building 3142 on the "dry side" of Naval Base San Diego. The east wing of Brunton Hall houses the executive suite, legal offices, the CMC, and the CCC. The west wing houses the Disciplinary Department and barracks. The building is located directly opposite of the Naval Base Galley. 

What will I be doing during my stay at TPU?

 You will be assigned to one of 38 workcenters throughout NRSW based on your paygrade and physical limitations. Some of the larger workcenters are with TPU itself and Naval Base. You will be assigned a working assignment according to Command priorities. 

Can Commissioned Officers check into TPU?

Yes.  Officers check into the north end of Building 3142, first deck with the Officer Processing Office.  However, officers are typically not berthed at TPU.  They must contact the NGIS, Navy Lodge or make their own lodging reservations off base. 

What duties do Officers perform while at TPU?

 Officers can perform any number of duties.  Most commonly, they may be asked to serve on administrative boards and court-martials.  Additionally, they may serve area commands as action officers or special project coordinators. 

How do I request to Separate/Retire at TPU San Diego?

TPU does require a request to separate message to process separation in San Diego via message traffic.  Request to separates received via email will not be entertained.  Please see Request to Home of Selection Message Template for example message.  Upon receipt, TPU will respond within 10 business days.  

STAFF
WELCOME ABOARD!  Congratulations on your selection for assignment to the staff of Navy Region Southwest Transient Personnel Unit (TPU)!   Our mission is to support operational units and the Navy personnel of the Pacific Fleet. We ensure that personnel who are currently enroute to a new duty station, awaiting orders, pending separation or in a disciplinary or legal-hold status are processed efficiently and effectively.  Your tour on board will be a challenging, interesting, and rewarding experience in your Navy Career.

Please check out our Command Sponsorship page for additional information.

Should you have questions about TPU, feel free to call our Quarterdeck at:
(619) 556-3182 or DSN 526-3182.

Your new duty station mailing address will be:
NRSW Transient Personnel Unit
2475 McKean St
San Diego, CA 92136

When you arrive, you should report to TPU administrative office (open from 0700 - 1600 Monday - Friday) located on the east wing, Brunton Hall, Building 3142. Report in Service Dress Uniform and bring PT gear and NWUs for further check in processing.  If you arrive after normal working hours or on the weekend, report to TPU Command Duty Officer (CDO).   The TPU Quarterdeck is clearly marked at the south end of Building 3142. If you have any questions or problems, you may call the TPU CDO at any time at (619) 556-3182 or DSN 526-3182.

Once again, welcome to the TPU Team!

TPU Duties
TPU processes over 4,000 transient Sailors annually and manages the barracks that house them.  We are a 24/7 operation. There are many types of duties you can be assigned to.  Once you check aboard, your background will be assessed along with command requirements to find you the best job.  We also have a proactive assignment rotation policy; so, throughout your tour you will most likely get to assume several different positions.

Welcome to the TPU. We are located in Bldg 3142, Brunton Hall, San Diego Naval Base, 32nd Street, "Dryside". We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and have an outstanding staff to take care of you while you are in a transient status.

The Front Desk will get information from you including a valid recall number and a copy of your military orders.  Orders must be endorsed to account for time spent at TPU.  If you do not reside out in town, a room will be assigned.  The following working day you will be required to be within grooming standards and in the Uniform of the Day, Navy Working Uniform, to attend command indoctrination class, which will explain your duties and responsibilities while attached to TPU.

If submitting a leave chit, it will be routed through TPU's chain of command for approval regardless of prior approved leave.

Our mission is to move you to your ultimate place of duty as quickly as possible!

You will be assigned to a workcenter or a TAD assignment for gainful employment while attached to TPU. Work assignments range from various activities within TPU to the Regional Commander's Building in downtown San Diego.

San Diego has trolley access outside the "Wet" and "Dry" sides of the base for those of you who do not have a vehicle. We want you to enjoy your stay while at TPU, wherever your destination may be.

Should you have questions about TPU, feel free to call our Quarterdeck at: (619) 556-3182 or DSN 526-3182.

Separation/Retirement Information

1.  SEPARATION/RETIREMENT ORDERS (Don't forget to get the stamp/endorsement for detaching date from last command and reporting date to TPU)                                                     

2.  REQUEST TO SEPARATE MESSAGES (If required.  Must have request and approval message)

3.  DD FORM 2586-VERIFICATION OF MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING(VMET)

4.  OATH OF SERVICE FROM ORIGINAL APPOINTMENT OR ORIGINAL CONTRACT (DD 4)

5.  ALL PREVIOUS DD214S (IF APPLICABLE)

6.  RETIREMENT PERSONNEL: SBP FORM (DD 2656) MUST BE RECEIVED BY DFAS 45 DAYS TO APPROVE DATE (ELECTRONIC FILL IN OR TYPE), MAY NEED TO BE NOTORIZED                                         

7.  SEPARATION PHYSICAL

8.  DENTAL MEMO OR STAMP STATING MEMBER WAS PROVIDED COMPLETE DENTAL EXAM AND ALL APPROPRIATE DENTAL SERVICES AND TREATMENT WITHIN 90 DAYS PRIOR TO SEPARATION

9.  DD FORM 2648-PRESEP COUNSELING CHECKLIST (must be TYPED and WATERMARKED through MilConnect)

10.  APPROVED PTDY CHIT AND ORDERS (TPU SAN DIEGO will provide)

11. APPROVED LEAVE CHIT (TPU SAN DIEGO will provide upon gain)

12. ORIGINAL MEDICAL AND DENTAL RECORDS

13. UPDATED SGLI/PAGE 2 (with SBP election statement in Remarks Section of PG 2)

14. NAVPERS 7041/112 PCS TRAVEL FORM (TPU SAN DIEGO will provide if requesting flight to HOR)

15. DD FORM 2958 INDIVIDUAL TRANSITION PLAN CHECKLIST (must be TYPED and WATERMARKED through MilConnect)

16. DECORATIONS/AWARDS LISTING (i.e. MEDALS, RIBBONS, ETC.)

17. FITREP (SEPS ONLY DATED TO END ON EAOS)

18. EARLY OUT (NEED APPROVAL OR MESSAGE)

If requiring a flight to HOR/HOS, mandatory processing time will be 14 business days.

If driving POV to HOR/HOS, mandatory processing time will be 10 business days.