SummitET and Obsidian Solutions Group Support FEMA’s CMCU and DEST Missions

Background

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the nation by coordinating crisis management efforts and providing rapid emergency support. Within FEMA, the Crisis Management Coordination Unit (CMCU) and the Domestic Emergency Support Team (DEST) are essential components tasked with planning, coordinating, and executing national responses to complex emergencies. Recognizing the critical importance of expertly managed crisis operations, FEMA sought specialized support to further strengthen its planning and response capabilities.

Mission

FEMA required subject matter expert support for its Crisis Management Coordination Unit (CMCU) and Domestic Emergency Support Team (DEST). The goal was to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of its national policy planning, exercise development, and overall program management to better serve the nation during emergencies.

Solution

SummitET partnered with the prime contractor, Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG), to deliver comprehensive support tailored to FEMA’s needs. Leveraging its extensive past performance, SummitET contributed by identifying, recruiting, and hiring highly qualified SME personnel. This collaboration ensured that FEMA’s CMCU and DEST were equipped with the expertise necessary to address evolving challenges and fulfill their critical missions.

Result

Through this strategic partnership, SummitET supported OSG in securing a successful bid to provide exercise planning, national policy planning, and program management support for FEMA’s CMCU and DEST missions. The deployment of qualified SMEs enabled FEMA to enhance its operational readiness, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of emergency support initiatives.

Conclusion

The collaboration between SummitET and Obsidian Solutions Group exemplifies the power of strategic partnerships in achieving mission-critical outcomes. By bringing together specialized expertise and robust project management, the team delivered measurable value to FEMA—strengthening national crisis preparedness and reinforcing FEMA’s commitment to protecting communities across the United States.