American heart association cards and materials

Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell is seeking approval of a sole-source procurement of American Heart Association training materials, certification eCards, and instructional resources from the American Heart Association, with a proposal due July 5, 2026.

This is a sole-source justification based on AHA's exclusive ownership and distribution rights for proprietary curriculum, materials, instructor resources, and certification credentials. ENMU-Roswell determined that only authorized AHA Training Centers and affiliated instructors are permitted to purchase official AHA course materials and issue AHA certification cards. The university reviewed alternative providers including the American Red Cross and other training organizations and found no other vendor capable of supplying official AHA-branded materials and services.

The scope covers certification eCards (BLS Provider, Heartsaver CPR/AED, First Aid, and combined variants), training materials (student workbooks, instructor manuals, course videos, and digital learning resources), and program support services including access to AHA curriculum updates and the electronic certification card issuance system. The materials support ENMU-Roswell's AHA-approved training program, which delivers BLS, Heartsaver CPR/AED, First Aid, and other authorized AHA courses to university employees, students, healthcare program participants, and community members.

The contract value is $200,000 before tax, with a term extending through June 30, 2027 and no renewal options. The prospective contractor is the American Heart Association, located at 7272 Greenville Ave, Dallas, Texas 75231. The sole-source determination requires approval from the State Purchasing Agent following the thirty-day posting period without protest.