The newly renovated Sandia Resources for Visitors and Employees, or SRVE, is running smoothly and is ready to support the workforce with essential Sandia services.
Located in the Sandia Science and Technology Park, SRVE previously was the Cyber Engineering Research Laboratory but it has been transformed into the new front door to Sandia. On May 6, Sandia held a ribbon cutting to celebrate Sandia’s new home base for the services employees use every day. Danny Milo, Director of Labs Strategy, Communications and External Engagements, hosted the event, followed by a speech from Associate Labs Director Jeff Heath. “This building represents more than just a physical space; it’s the gateway to our Labs, where careers begin and where every Sandian accesses the important services they need to serve the nation,” Jeff said.
SRVE houses the Badge Office, KAFB Defense Biometric Identification System, or DBIDS, New Employee Orientation, Swift IT, the Ethics Office, Sandia Employee Recreation Program and Community Involvement. Whether it’s an employee’s first day at Sandia, or their last when retirement comes, they will start and end their career here in one convenient location.
In an impressive display of coordination and efficiency, Sandia successfully completed the relocation of key functions from the Innovation Parkway Office Center to SRVE in just one year. This ambitious project involved the transition of employees across 28 departments, with staff moving to new onsite locations on New Mexico’s campus, to SRVE or adopting telecommuting status.
The project reached a key milestone in March 2026, when the Integrated Space Solutions team in the Infrastructure Operations division initiated a four-week transition of functions from IPOC to SRVE. By the end of the month, all services were running smoothly, marking a successful execution of the move. As a result of the collaborative efforts of multiple teams across Sandia, the project was completed on schedule and within budget. This achievement underscores Sandia’s commitment to future-ready operations.
“This project was truly a herculean effort and showcased the incredible dedication and collaboration across many teams. Delivering on time and under budget is a testament to the commitment and teamwork that define our organization. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together, and I’m excited for the positive impact this will have moving forward,” said Katie Roberson, project manager of the IPOC exit.
This strategic move is part of Infrastructure Operations’ ongoing commitment to optimizing resources, enhancing operational efficiency and meeting the evolving needs of the Labs, which resulted in significant cost savings.
“These financial gains represent a significant win for Sandia while enabling us to use our existing footprint more effectively, assigning space to its highest and best use and meeting mission requirements. Maintaining a balanced,
well-optimized space portfolio not only supports our mission but also generates cost savings,” said Julie Kelly-Smith, manager of the ISS department.
SRVE also offers spaces for collaboration and team building. Fourteen touchdown spaces are available for reservation, and one open collaboration area is first come, first served. Two conference rooms, as well as the New Employee Orientation space outside of its training times, can also be reserved. For refreshment, SRVE houses a snack shop that offers light snacks and drinks using a cashless, self-pay system.
As Sandia continues to evolve, SRVE will remain the front door to the Labs, ensuring every employee has the support and resources they need to serve the nation with excellence. Visit SRVE at 10700 Research Rd. SE within the Sandia Science and Technology Park, and get an inside look by checking out the official SRVE video.