Partial Personally Procured Move Calculator

Partial PPM Reimbursement Formula:

\[ Reimbursement = Weight \times Rate \times Distance \times Partial Factor \]

Weight (lb):

Rate ($/lb/mile):

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Distance (miles):

miles

Partial Factor (dimensionless):

Estimated Reimbursement:

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1. What is Partial PPM Reimbursement?

Partial Personally Procured Move (PPM) reimbursement calculates the compensation for military members who partially move their own belongings during a permanent change of station. The reimbursement is based on weight, rate, distance, and a partial factor.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the PPM reimbursement formula:

\[ Reimbursement = Weight \times Rate \times Distance \times Partial Factor \]

Where:

$ Weight $ — Total weight of belongings (pounds)
$ Rate $ — Reimbursement rate per pound per mile (dollars)
$ Distance $ — Total moving distance (miles)
$ Partial Factor $ — Dimensionless factor for partial moves

Explanation: The equation calculates the total reimbursement amount by multiplying the weight of belongings by the rate, distance, and partial move factor.

3. Importance of PPM Reimbursement Calculation

Details: Accurate reimbursement calculation is crucial for military members to receive proper compensation for personally procured moves and to plan their relocation budgets effectively.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter weight in pounds, rate in dollars per pound per mile, distance in miles, and partial factor (dimensionless). All values must be valid positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a partial PPM move?
A: A partial PPM move occurs when a military member moves some of their belongings personally while the government moves the remainder.

Q2: How is the partial factor determined?
A: The partial factor is typically provided by transportation office based on the percentage of goods moved personally versus government-moved.

Q3: What are typical rate values?
A: Rates vary by year and are published by the Defense Travel Management Office. Check current year rates for accurate calculations.

Q4: Are there weight limits for reimbursement?
A: Yes, reimbursement is typically limited to the service member's authorized weight allowance based on rank and dependency status.

Q5: When should I file for PPM reimbursement?
A: File your reimbursement claim with your transportation office within the specified timeframe after completing your move, typically 45 days.