National Incident Management System (NIMS) Implementation, Resource Typing, National Qualification System (NQS) Development, and Administrative Support.

The contract supports the advancement of the National Preparedness System and the National Incident Management System through four critical functions: creating materials to facilitate NIMS implementation, developing or updating NIMS resource typing documents, aiding in the development of the National Qualification System, and establishing a strategy to collect and analyze preparedness data across National Integration Center program areas. These efforts are vital to ensuring that local, state, tribal, territorial, and federal agencies can effectively coordinate during routine mutual aid and major disaster responses by standardizing capabilities and resource identification. The contractor is tasked with providing comprehensive technical, administrative, and programmatic assistance to the National Integration Center as outlined in the Performance Work Statement, directly contributing to national readiness and the achievement of the National Preparedness Goal. The work is led by the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Department of Homeland Security, with all performance activities centered in Washington, District of Columbia. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 541611 and is reserved for small business participation, reflecting a commitment to broadening contractor diversity and capacity within the preparedness sector. Point of contact for program inquiries is Derek Marriott, while Amy Connolly serves as the Small Business Specialist to facilitate engagement with eligible small businesses. The contract underscores the importance of interoperability, standardized resource classification, qualification frameworks, and data-driven decision-making to strengthen the nation’s emergency management infrastructure.