What types of vendors does FEMA Region 9 prioritize for emergency contracts?

Region 9 prioritizes vendors with established logistical footprints in the Pacific and Southwestern US who can rapidly deploy resources during disaster activations. Firms with pre-existing Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts for disaster support are frequently utilized for immediate response requirements.

How can small businesses improve their chances of winning contracts with this office?

Small businesses should focus on obtaining certifications like 8(a) or HUBZone, as FEMA frequently utilizes these set-asides for regional disaster recovery projects. Demonstrating local capacity to mobilize equipment and personnel within the specific geographic scope of Region 9 is critical for competitive advantage.

What kind of work is most commonly procured by the Region 9 Emergency Preparedness office?

The office primarily procures services related to disaster site management, including debris removal, the setup of temporary housing units, and the maintenance of mobile emergency communication command centers. They also contract for specialized training and technical assistance to support state and tribal emergency management partners.

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY · Contracting Office

REGION 9: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AN

46 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

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Acquisition authority and contracting profile of REGION 9: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AN.

Region 9 Emergency Preparedness manages the procurement of disaster response infrastructure and logistical support for California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, and the Pacific territories. This office awards contracts for temporary housing solutions, debris removal operations, emergency communications systems, and specialized training exercises to maintain regional readiness.

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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