Number: RS22273
Title: Emergency Conracting Authorities
Authors: John R. Luckey, American Law Division 
Abstract: Hurricane Katrina has given rise to many emergency contracting situations. This report will attempt to identify and summarize the primary emergency contracting authorities which might be available to facilitate response to these situations. Generally, these authorities may be divided into two categories, general emergency authority, and emergency (or national interest) exceptions to general procurement statutes or regulations.
Pages: 6
Date: September 20, 2005