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Video by Charlotte Hu

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS UPDATE ON COVID-19 RESPONSE WITH INDUSTRY

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters

April 9, 2020 | 58:51

A webinar with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and construction companies supporting response to COVID-19. 
Overview
Dr. Christine Altendorf, SES (Chief, Engineering & Construction Division, HQUSACE)
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Concept of Operations
Mr. Mike Schultz, SES (Chief, Interagency and International Division, HQUSACE)
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Overview of Conversion Concepts
Mr. Wade Doss (Director of Engineering, Huntsville Center)
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Contracting Considerations
Ms. Jill Stiglich, SES (Director, Contracting, HQUSACE)

Key Points
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We are looking to marshal the support and capability of the industry to help with this crisis
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Powering Down-Districts are empowered reach out to local leaders and help them to frame options
Alternate Care Site Documents
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Developed by USACE and HHS medical and construction experts to help States and municipalities address potential shortages in medical facilities during the 2020 COVID‐19 pandemic
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Intended to assist in assessing and developing potential facilities for suitability as alternate care sites and to rapidly engage contractors to convert and prepare them for medical use.
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May not fit all circumstances
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Local & state governments must determine appropriate use of facilities