In order to support Teams in carrying out this chapter, the Director may—
(1)
procure the temporary or intermittent services of experts or consultants under section
3109 of title
5;
(2)
request the use, when appropriate, of available services, equipment, personnel, and facilities of a department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States Government on a reimbursable or other basis;
(3)
confer with employees and request the use of services, records, and facilities of State and local governmental authorities;
(4)
accept voluntary and uncompensated services;
(5)
accept and use gifts of money and other property, to the extent provided in advance in appropriations Acts;
(6)
make contracts with nonprofit entities to carry out studies related to purpose, functions, and authorities of the Teams; and
(7)
provide nongovernmental members of the Team reasonable compensation for time spent carrying out activities under this chapter.