Planning and Exercise Technical Assistance
ID: 70FB7025I00000004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCYINCIDENT SUPPORT SECTION(ISS70)WASHINGTON, DC, 20472, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54199)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/15a3c2583af94b478b5d13500cc93a5c/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is seeking qualified vendors to provide advanced technical assistance through the Planning and Exercise Division Technical Assistance Contract (PEDTAC). The primary objective of this procurement is to fill critical skills gaps within FEMA by acquiring specialized expertise in complex disaster planning, exercise execution, and strategic advisory services, thereby enhancing the agency's operational capabilities and preparedness for national disaster response. This initiative is vital for ensuring effective coordination among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies, as well as for developing and refining emergency response plans and training programs. Interested vendors must submit their responses by April 14, 2025, to Karley Hoyt at karley.hoyt@fema.dhs.gov, with a focus on demonstrating their corporate capabilities and relevant experience in emergency management.

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    Karley Hoyt
    karley.hoyt@fema.dhs.gov
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    PEDTAC Draft PWS.docx
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking contractor technical assistance through the Performance Work Statement for the Technical Assistance Contract (PEDTAC). This contract aims to bolster FEMA's emergency planning and operational capabilities across various branches, facilitating effective coordination between federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies. Key objectives include providing support in planning, exercise validation, training, geospatial analytics, and stakeholder engagement to enhance disaster response preparedness. The contractor must deliver services aligned with government and industry best practices while ensuring compliance with FEMA policies and standards. Specific tasks entail developing emergency plans, conducting training sessions, organizing exercises, performing compliance audits, and providing IT support. Emphasis is placed on qualified personnel with experience in emergency management, operational research, and instructional design, reinforcing FEMA’s commitment to proactive disaster readiness. Additionally, the document outlines requirements for personnel security, adherence to accessibility laws, and reporting obligations. The contract period extends until June 30, 2030, with performance closely monitored to ensure compliance and effective execution of FEMA’s objectives. This initiative underscores FEMA's dedication to enhancing national and regional disaster response through structured technical assistance and planning.
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