Doing Business With FEMA During The Hurricane Katrina Recovery
Release Date: September 1, 2005
Release Number: HQ-05-189
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Washington, D.C. - Hurricane Katrina caused massive destruction and damage that will require a multitude of services and products during the recovery process. The services of independent contractors are usually acquired through sealed bidding or negotiations, however FEMA accepts capability statements and informational packages.
The following information should be included:
- Company name
- Business address
- Contact information
- Type of service or product offered
- Type of equipment
- Number of workers being provided
- Cost for service or product
- Whether the company is volunteering services
FEMA also procures goods and services through the General Service Administration's Federal Supply Schedule, www.gsa.gov/regions.htm, and identifies qualified small businesses through the U.S. Small Business Administration's Pro-net. Companies can register with Pro-Net on the SBA's website (www.sba.gov http://www.sba.gov).
In addition, state and local governments make purchases for disaster recovery services and products. Check the emergency management or other appropriate websites of the affected states for information.
For more information about doing business with FEMA, visit www.fema.gov/ofm http://www.fema.gov/ofm or call the FEMA Acquisitions Office, 202-646-4006.
FEMA prepares the nation for all hazards and manages federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates mitigation activities, trains first responders, works with state and local emergency managers, and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration. FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on March 1, 2003.
Last Modified: Wednesday, 07-Sep-2005 10:18:45