Abstract
ABSTRACTThe effectiveness of various contract types for responding to unplanned workload resulting from natural disasters is reviewed. Government contracting procedures used to initiate recovery efforts after the destruction caused by Hurricanes Hugo and Andrew and the volcanic eruption of Mount Pinatubo are analyzed, and recommendations and precautions regarding specific contract types are provided. This case study is based on a review of available contract data from the cited natural disasters, interviews with contract administrators, and personal experience as a contracting officer following the Mount Pinatubo eruption. Emphasis is given to effectiveness as measured subjectively by required level of effort contrasted with results for various contract types in disaster recovery operations.
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