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~ , -=- DRC Emergency Services, LLC 740 Museum Drive. Mobile, Alabama 36608 1-888-721-4372.1-251-343-3581. FAX 1-251-343-5554 APPROACH TO SUBCONTRACTING DRC ES has implemented an aggressive and nationally recognized outreach program entitled the, "DRC ES LOCAL SUBCONTRACTOR RESOURCE PROGRAM" DRC ES reaches out to local, small, minority and women owned (SMWB'S) companies with a variety of tools. DRC ES representatives are dedicated to working closely with local Minority and Women Business Enterprise's (M/WBE) small business liaison to contact companies that are approved and certified by M/WBE as small, disadvantaged, minority, veteran and women owned businesses. Immediate contact will be made with the Minority and Women Business Enterprise office to schedule an informational workshop for potential vendors and businesses. These sessions provide "hands on" technical assistance to companies ranging from individuals owning dump trucks and loading equipment to office supply companies and small printers wishing to provide goods and services. DRC ES is committed to seeing that local companies are made aware of all potential contracting and partnership opportunities. In addition, because of their close connection to the federal dollars provided by FEMA, The Congressional ~ Delegation will be contacted and their staffs briefed on the program for their constituent companies. Lastly, an aggressive direct mail program can be conducted to target companies, and minority business organizations that are listed with the Office of Minority and Women Business Enterprise. This mailer can provide information as well as an 800 number for interested individuals and companies with bi-lingual assistance available when necessary. The development and implementation of this program is coordinated by Tom B. Combs. Mr. Combs, Director of Governmental Relations, has over 20 years experience in SMWB development. Having served as founder and Executive Director of The Bid Resource Center that was the nation's second and largest non-profit assisting SMWB'S in securing government contacts. From there he went on to serve as Mayor Pro Tem and Congressional Chief of Staff and Director of the John Gray Institute developing SMWB programs across the state of Texas and the nation. DRC ES "LOCAL SUBCONTRACTOR RESOURCE PROGRAM" not only drastically improves small and minority business participation, but also shows the commitment of DRC ES to ensuring that the entire community has the opportunity to participate. The DRC ES technical assistance workshops not only assist companies with identifying potential contract opportunities, but also assist those interested with "teaming". This process matches MBE's/WBE's with others so it strengthens there competitive position and package of goods and services offered. "Teaming" can greatly increase MBE/WBE participation because of the "strength in numbers" concept. ~ DRC ES is committed to ensuring that any emergency response business activity is shared by the entire community. Our innovative programs ensure that minority participation is not just a goal but a reality.