Quality Assurance (QA) Services to Support Southern California Wildfires
ID: W912PL25S0013Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW075 ENDIST LOS ANGELESLOS ANGELES, CA, 90017-3409, USA

NAICS

Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cb957f83596244a193c46f20a645e1fd/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking contractors to provide Quality Assurance (QA) services in support of debris removal operations following the Southern California wildfires. The contract will involve non-personal services to monitor compliance with federal and USACE debris management policies across multiple locations, ensuring effective oversight of debris removal contractors and adherence to safety and quality standards. This opportunity is critical for facilitating recovery efforts under Public Law 84-99 and The Stafford Act, with contractors required to mobilize personnel and resources for inspections and documentation of debris management activities. Interested firms must submit their capabilities and past performance information to Roger Minami at kinya.r.minami@usace.army.mil by specified deadlines, with the first round due on January 26, 2025.

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    Roger Minami, Procurement Analyst, Office of Small Business Programs
    kinya.r.minami@usace.army.mil
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