Overview
This section defines the scope of FAR Subpart 26.2, which implements the statutory requirements of the Stafford Act to prioritize local entities when the government awards contracts for disaster relief or emergency assistance.
Key Rules
- Statutory Authority: Implements the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5150).
- Local Preference: Establishes a mandatory preference for local organizations, firms, and individuals.
- Applicability: Applies specifically to acquisitions related to major disaster or emergency assistance activities.
Practical Implications
- Contracting officers are required to favor vendors located within the specific geographic area affected by a disaster to encourage local economic recovery.
- This scope sets the foundation for using "Local Area Set-Asides" and specific evaluation preferences during emergency procurement actions.