OK, here's how post disaster debris cleanup works.

[trof]

This is based on my experience working for a contractor after Hurricane Ivan in 2004. I assume not much has changed with FEMA.

1. Homeowner is responsible for get debris to streetside.

2. Debris should be separated.
A, Cut up downed tees and any other ORGANIC material in one pile. This will be ground into 'mulch' or whatever.
B. Construction materials in another pile. Carpet, drywall, flooring, etc. Possibly also furniture, mattresses, etc. but check with local authorities.
C. "White goods." All appliances.
D. "Hazmat" Toxic stuff. Chemicals, paint, solvents, etc. Check with local authorities.

3. Depending on how much money is in FEMA's budget, and how many sub-contractors the main contractor can/will hire, it may be quite a while before your street is cleared.

Remember that the main contractor (they bid on the contract to FEMA) and ALL his subs are there to make a profit. This is their job. It's how they make a living.

Good luck.

[msongs]

1. the subs do all the real work and the mains make all the money. the inverted pyramid nt

[Lochloosa]

3. The mains have the bonding capacity and pocket book...

...big enough to pay the subs before getting paid.

Without them there would not be any work for the subs.

[trof]

5. Primary contractor

They are responsible for hiring all the subs an keeping them honest. Make sure they're bringing in FULL truckloads and not getting paid for half.

They do payroll and all the recordkeeping necessary. With FEMA there is a MOUNTAIN of paperwork, verification, certification, etc., etc., etc.

A friend is pretty much heading up the Houston operation and he is very good at what he does. Houston is lucky to have him.

[underpants]

2. Are these considered "Emergency" procurements?

I work in procurement. Emergencies basically get a green light while the approval process works itself out. I've only had to do one and it was because of upper management dragging ass on getting a food service contract finished.

[Weekend Warrior]

4. You are wrong about the FEMA budget part...

And it’s why many cities and counties are getting screwed. FEMA is a vehicle for reimbursement in this area. There are no questions about how much FEMA has. They will provide reimbursement. The issue is at the city and county level. That is who is being reimbursed. Our elected officials in Pinellas are taking a beating over their incompetence.

[trof]

6. I was keeping it simple.

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Didn't want to get down in the weeds about city and county.

[Weekend Warrior]

7. +1

Thanks for the reply.

The only good thing in my county is the citizens are finally meeting their elected officials. More like looking for them to yell at them.