J--Annual TTHM Service to Katherine Landing Concrete Tank - Lake Mead NRA, AZ
Overview
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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 National Park Service (NPS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Justification & Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition for annual Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) service at the Katherine Landing Water Treatment Plant in Lake Mead National Recreation Area, AZ. This is a sole-source acquisition for an annual service agreement with Ixom Water Care.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers an annual service visit for the TTHM removal system at Katherine Landing, AZ. The agreement includes a base year with option years, allowing for up to five years of service.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: J046 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Water Purification And Sewage Treatment Equipment)
- Duration: Annual service agreement with option years for up to 5 years.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source Justification)
- Published Date: February 18, 2026
- Justification Date: January 30, 2026
- Project Officer Signature Date: February 10, 2026
- Contracting Officer Signature Date: February 10, 2026
Sole Source Rationale
The justification states that Ixom Water Care is the sole provider and manufacturer of the TTHM removal system. They are the only authorized party to work on, repair, or provide warranty for their system. The agency has previously awarded two sole-source contracts to Ixom for this system.
Market Research
Market research, including internet searches, confirmed that Ixom is the sole provider of service contracts for their specific system. While another company offers a similar system, it is not interchangeable with Ixom's and does not service other brands. The agency notes that the current treatment technology is 25 years old and cannot meet emerging contaminant levels. A new treatment technology is being designed, and the agency anticipates moving to an open market for services once the new system is in place.
Additional Notes
The Contracting Officer certified that only one source is available or urgent/compelling circumstances exist, and that the anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable.