What types of vendors typically win contracts with the National Continuity Section?

Vendors with expertise in secure communications, continuity of operations (COOP) planning, and specialized facility management are the primary contractors. Firms often need deep experience in federal emergency preparedness standards to compete effectively.

Are security clearances required for work with CON50?

Yes, given the nature of continuity of government missions, many contract requirements involve sensitive information. Vendors should be prepared to manage personnel with appropriate security clearances to perform work at secure federal sites.

How does CON50 approach procurement for continuity missions?

Procurements are often mission-critical and time-sensitive, focusing on high-availability systems and resilient infrastructure. The office prioritizes vendors who can demonstrate reliability and rapid response capabilities for national-level emergency readiness.

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY · Contracting Office

NATIONAL CONTINUITY SECTION(CON50)

137 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office137 solicitationsUnder FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

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137

Federal records indexed

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Federal

Federal procurement data

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FEDERAL EMERGENCY

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Agency

DEPARTMENT

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of NATIONAL CONTINUITY SECTION(CON50).

The National Continuity Section (CON50) manages procurement requirements essential for maintaining the operational readiness of federal executive branch continuity programs. This office awards contracts for specialized emergency communications infrastructure, secure facility maintenance, and logistics support designed to ensure government survivability during national crises.

Hierarchy: FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY · DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

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