Emergency Procurement Procedures.docx

The document outlines Emergency Procurement Procedures to be followed during an Emergency Declaration at the Port. It defines terms like "Declaration of Emergency," "Emergency," "Exigent Circumstances," "Federal Public Assistance," "Large Scale Event," and "Localized Event." The procedures differentiate between Localized and Large-Scale Events, detailing competitive bidding requirements, contracting processes, and thresholds for purchases. It also addresses the delegation of authority during emergencies, including signature authority limits for different staff roles. The document emphasizes compliance with Federal regulations, especially in cases where Federal disaster grant reimbursement may be applicable.