50-M0071-25-EM041_E2024-25 JCH.pdf.PDF

The document is a New Mexico State Emergency Procurement Form submitted by Sierra County, specifically detailing an urgent procurement for two Maxx 65 car batteries from Walmart. The emergency procurement, initiated by Isaac Rivers (Agency Chief Procurement Officer), addresses critical battery issues with a fire suppression vehicle in the Poverty Creek area, with a particular urgency stemming from an ongoing fire ban and potential weekend fire emergency response limitations. The procurement was digitally signed on March 24, 2025, and approved on March 25, 2025, with a submission deadline of April 24, 2025.

The total procurement value is $298.80, representing a targeted solution to an immediate operational need. The emergency procurement follows New Mexico state guidelines for expedited acquisitions when standard procurement channels would compromise public safety infrastructure. While no specific set-aside designations or incumbent vendor details are mentioned, Sierra County has indicated future preventative measures, including implementing a comprehensive Capital Assets documentation refresh, developing regular vehicle maintenance schedules, and exploring an inventory of spare vehicle parts. The procurement is associated with San Juan County (FIPS Code: 35045) and aims to ensure operational readiness of critical fire suppression equipment through this time-sensitive battery replacement.