P -- Debris Removal Services, 9 Parishes, Louisiana

Solicitation HSCG84-07-R-HYZ018 is an award notice for debris removal services across nine parishes in Louisiana, issued by the Department of Homeland Security through the U.S. Coast Guard Maintenance and Logistics Command Atlantic. Classified under NAICS code 562111, this project was designated as a 100 percent small business set-aside. The scope of work involves the removal of debris, including subsurface debris and hazardous waste, following the impacts of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The operations are coordinated through a Unified Command involving the EPA and Coast Guard to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The procurement process included several amendments to refine the Performance Work Statement, update Louisiana wage determinations for Vermillion and Iberia Parishes, and extend proposal deadlines. Key operational requirements include a 90-day debris removal schedule and strict documentation standards, utilizing standardized load tickets to track debris types, load capacities, and disposal sites under Coast Guard oversight. The contract emphasizes rigorous tracking of hazardous material and oil pollution debris in coastal environments to facilitate programmatic reviews and after-action consultations.