Appeal services and negotiations Sample Clauses

Appeal services and negotiations. As the City is well aware, there are times when FEMA makes eligibility determinations on work performed, costs incurred, and methods of procurement that are not favorable to the Recipient or Subrecipient resulting in the loss of FEMA funding. The FEMA PA program affords two time-sensitive opportunities to appeal an unfavorable determination: the first appeal at the FEMA Regional level, and the second appeal at the FEMA Headquarters level. Being able to prepare, argue, and successfully resolve appeals based on programmatic guidelines and policies can be the difference between the re- instatement of the funds lost or having to absorb the costs internally for the work performed. Xxxx X’Xxxxx’x will use its extensive understanding of law, regulation, policy, and guidance, along with our knowledge of FEMA precedent and tested methods of arguing and negotiating resolutions with FEMA, to obtain the best possible results for the City should the City disagree with any federal grant program determinations. Xxxx X’Xxxxx’x will assist the City with any appeals chosen to pursue and provide expert technical assistance in the preparation of the appeal plus supplemental responses and oral arguments required in the appeals process. We will assist with tracking timeframes for appeal submittals and follow up with state and FEMA on a regular basis regarding determinations and responses to and Requests for Information as necessary.