Who is involved in the NG9-1-1 Initiative?
USDOT is leading a project team through a contract with the firm of Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) as the primary contractor. The NG9-1-1 Initiative team also includes the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), L. Robert Kimball & Associates as well as an academic-based consortium, being led by the Texas A&M University. Stakeholder involvement in the project is crucial its overall success. Throughout the Initiative, input is being solicited from a large group of stakeholders. The 9-1-1 constituency is a diverse group of entities, including local, State and Federal government agencies, professional and industry associations, Standards Development Organizations, consumer advocacy organizations, research and academia, traditional, IT and VoIP telecommunication service providers and companies providing hardware and software to PSAPs. These stakeholders are being involved in all aspects of the project dealing with the creation, delivery, receipt, and management of 9-1-1 calls.
