N--FY26 I612287 UPFIT - ROMO
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), specifically Rocky Mountain National Park (ROMO), has published a Justification for Sole Source for the upfitting of a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) SUV. This vehicle is essential for law enforcement operations and requires specialized outfitting to maintain standardization with the existing fleet, ensuring officer safety and operational efficiency.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the comprehensive outfitting of one Ford PIU SUV, model year 2025, for law enforcement use within Rocky Mountain National Park. The outfitting must meet the operational needs of the Visitor and Resource Protection Division and adhere to strict standardization requirements. Key components include specialized law enforcement equipment such as radios, siren systems, prisoner cages, weapon mounts, radar units, and custom console configurations.
Justification for Sole Source
The sole source acquisition is justified due to the critical need for exact replication of prior PIU layouts to ensure uniformity in emergency response and officer safety. The complexity and sensitivity of the equipment, coupled with the requirement for compatibility with existing systems (e.g., Motorola and VHF radios, radar integration, prisoner transport systems), necessitate an experienced vendor familiar with NPS specifications and capable of fabricating or sourcing custom mounting brackets and wiring harnesses to match the current fleet. While general upfitting services exist, the specific requirements for standardization and integration limit viable alternatives. The selected vendor has prior experience with ROMO projects and the necessary expertise. The Program Office recommends using sole source acquisition procedures as specified in FAR Part 13, which has been approved by the Contracting Officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Sole Source Acquisition (FAR Part 13)
- Product/Service Code: N025 - Installation Of Equipment: Vehicular Equipment Components
- Set-Aside: Sole Source
- Published Date: March 6, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Billie Thomas at Billie_Thomas@nps.gov or 406-599-4402.