Fire Protection Systems Emergency Inspection, Testing, and Repairs for the Albuquerque Area IHS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service (AAIHS) requires urgent, one-time Fire Protection Systems Emergency Inspection, Testing, and Repairs for eight facilities throughout New Mexico. This requirement is mission-critical to address overdue and upcoming compliance inspections and reduce life safety risks. A Justification to Restrict Competition has been issued, indicating a likely sole-source award to Cooper Fire Protection Services Inc.
Scope of Work
The services include comprehensive fire safety inspection, testing, and reporting, specifically:
- Fire sprinkler system inspection, testing, and maintenance in accordance with NFPA 25
- Domestic and fire backflow preventer inspection and testing
- Fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance in accordance with NFPA 10
- Emergency and exit lighting inspection and testing in accordance with NFPA 101
- Fire Department Connection (FDC) inspection and verification
- Provision of inspection reports, deficiency documentation, and corrective action recommendations
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification to Restrict Competition (Sole Source)
- Estimated Value: Approximately $145,000
- Set-Aside: Competition is restricted; intended for sole-source award
- Published: June 15, 2026
Rationale for Restricted Competition
Market research identified only Cooper Fire Protection Services Inc. as possessing the necessary technical capabilities, certifications, and availability to meet the urgent requirement within the required timeframe. The acquisition is valued at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) and is justified due to unusual and compelling urgency and specific capabilities required.
Additional Notes
This notice serves as a justification for a non-competitive award. Bidders should note that competition is restricted for this specific requirement.