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 ;

((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.