Bid guide
How to bid on the Doing Business with FEMA Webinar Miniseries
What FEMA is buying and why it matters to you
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is hosting a three-part webinar series designed for businesses interested in disaster-related contracting. This is an opportunity to learn directly from FEMA about how to position your company for contracting opportunities that arise during disasters.
The series will cover important topics such as local business preferences in disaster contracting, FEMA's small business contracting goals, and the types of services and requirements commonly procured during disaster responses. If your business offers services relevant to disaster relief and recovery, attending these webinars can provide valuable insight into FEMA's procurement process.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The webinar series consists of three sessions: August 20, 2026, September 17, 2026, and October 15, 2026. All sessions run from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Eastern Time.
The deadline for registration is October 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. This is the date of the final webinar session. You must register in advance to attend any of the webinars.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for small businesses and other firms that provide services relevant to disaster response and recovery. Companies in the security category, or those offering 'wrap around services' and other disaster requirements, will find this series particularly useful.
It is suited for businesses new to government contracting or those looking to expand their engagement with FEMA in disaster-related procurement.
How to respond
To attend the webinars, pre-registration is required through ZoomGov. When you register, you will be asked to select which dates you wish to attend.
To access the registration link, you will need to click 'View original source' on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the opportunity. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always necessary for all bids.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
While this is an informational webinar series, preparing for future bids means understanding the agency's needs. Pay close attention to the 'commonly procured services' and 'disaster requirements' discussed, as these indicate areas where FEMA frequently seeks vendor support.
Take notes on FEMA's small business contracting goals and local business preferences. Tailoring your future proposals to align with these stated priorities can make your bids more competitive. Consider what specific services your company offers that directly address the types of needs FEMA highlights during these sessions.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Federal Emergency Management Agency; the original posting controls.