Description
The Texas General Land Office is seeking one or more qualified contractors to monitor the process of removal and disposal of all disaster-related debris, including damaged structures from the public beaches, following a declared state of emergency, and from state-owned submerged lands following a natural disaster. The contractor will be responsible for monitoring and overseeing the reduction and recycling of debris at debris management and disposal sites, assessing debris for FEMA reimbursement eligibility, verifying debris quantities, and other services necessary to ensure the adequate collection, removal, and disposal of debris in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. The contractor must be available 24/7 and provide the GLO with telephone and email contacts that must be updated at least annually and upon any changes to that contact information.
Some key responsibilities of the contractor include:
• Monitoring and documenting debris removal work from points of pickup to points of disposal
• Submitting weekly reports to the GLO summarizing the previous week's activities
• Assisting the GLO with documentation and reports required for disaster recovery reimbursement
• Coordinating or conducting daily briefings with GLO staff to cover work progress, staffing, and other key items
• Assisting with the selection and permitting of debris management site locations
• Scheduling work with debris removal contractors
The contract term is expected to be approximately 5 years, with the option for extension.