What types of goods and services does the ORR prioritize for disaster relief?

The ORR focuses on rapid-response capabilities, including temporary housing units, debris removal, emergency power generation, and specialized disaster management software to support field operations.

How can vendors prepare for ORR contract opportunities?

Vendors should register in SAM.gov with specific capabilities related to emergency response and disaster recovery, and monitor FEMA's pre-positioned contract solicitations which are often issued well before peak disaster seasons.

Are there specific set-asides for ORR contracts?

Yes, FEMA frequently utilizes set-asides for small businesses, including HUBZone, 8(a), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, particularly for local debris removal and site restoration projects within disaster-affected areas.

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY · Contracting Office

ORR OFFICE OF RESPONSE AND RECOVERY

4 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office4 solicitationsUnder FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

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FEDERAL EMERGENCY

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of ORR OFFICE OF RESPONSE AND RECOVERY.

The Office of Response and Recovery (ORR) manages the federal government's operational response to major disasters and emergencies by procuring critical logistics, temporary housing, and specialized technical support. Vendors competing for these contracts provide rapid-deployment infrastructure, debris removal services, and emergency management consulting to restore community functions following catastrophic events.

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.

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