In emergencies and natural disasters, DHS Components need a reliable and uninterrupted supply of fuel and support services to function effectively. This solution will allow DHS to operate seamlessly during contingency operations and degraded conditions when municipal energy sources are unavailable or limited. By implementing this solution, it will eliminate the likelihood of multiple DHS components competing for the same limited resource, streamline the procurement process and reduce procurement lead time.The department has the mission to provide a coordinated and comprehensive response during federal emergencies and major disasters. This includes fuel and fuel related support services to maintain internal operations. Supplies and services that need to be available include: 1. Procuring, transporting, storing, and dispensing of various fuel types for vehicles (air, land, marine), transportation equipment, support equipment, and generators, 2. Operating, maintaining, and repairing equipment associated with fuel transportation, dispensing, filtration, and purification, 3. Providing temporary fuel storage at DHS locations, and 4. Clearing road debris in support of fuel supplies and services delivery.The emerging trends in energy use (electric, wind, solar, nuclear) is not a reliable energy alternative during natural disasters or national emergencies. The market for emergency fuel and fuel related support services is specialized and few companies have the product, equipment, staff, or capability to provide immediate or near immediate supplies anywhere in the continental US. The overall fuel market is segmented into fuel distribution, related services, and production. There is a limited market that can provide fuel delivery and supporting services for major operations during natural disasters and national emergencies. There has been a steady increase in emergencies due to more catastrophic climate events, both natural and man-made. Additionally, there has been a surge in government unrest around the world, increasing the potential for situations requiring emergency fuel stocks and services. The unpredictable nature of emergency fuels and services requirements combined with limited vendor availability and resource volatility reduces overall buying power. There is a low opportunity to source from a diverse supplier. Small businesses only cover limited regions and may not be a reliable source for emergency fuels operation. Large companies with access to personnel, equipment, and resources would be better able to provide a timely and comprehensive response when needed.Natural disasters and emergency operations require a vendor with the expertise to offer effective solutions. It is vital to consider the vendor’s past performance, customer support, and ability to provide services promptly and securely. The vendor must have the necessary infrastructure to deploy personnel, equipment, products, and services nation-wide. Additionally, the vendor must have a reliable supply chain to support time-sensitive emergency operations and be able to retain qualified staff. Since the likelihood of having multiple natural disasters and emergency operations simultaneously is high, consider regionalization or multiple vendors.

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