Who is responsible for storing, managing, issuing, and accounting for BEAR RSPs at forward operating sites?

The responsibility for storing, managing, issuing, and accounting for Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources (BEAR) Rapid Response Packages (RSPs) at forward operating sites falls to logistics and materiel management functions, specifically tailored for such operations. LRS, or Logistics Readiness Squadron, is designed to handle a range of logistics activities, including inventory management and distribution of supplies and equipment in forward operating environments.

This role is critical because BEAR RSPs are essential resources that support the establishment of operational capabilities in austere conditions, typically involving a quick setup and support of air operations. The LRS materiel management team's expertise ensures that these resources are properly accounted for, effectively managed, and readily available for vital missions, directly contributing to mission success and operational readiness.

In contrast, the other roles mentioned, such as the Logistics Support Team, Field Operations Staff, and Deployment Services Division, may have their own specific responsibilities but do not primarily focus on the comprehensive management of BEAR RSPs in the same way the LRS materiel management does.