Emergency procurement for AC repair

Socorro County, New Mexico has issued an emergency procurement for AC repair services with a proposal due date of September 4, 2026. This is a sole-source emergency procurement under New Mexico Statute Section 13-1-127, not a competitive bid.

The emergency procurement authorizes repair of an air conditioning system failure that created immediate threats to occupant health and safety, disrupted business operations, and risked equipment damage during the summer season. The scope covers parts and service to restore the AC unit to operational condition.

The contract amount is $4,026.16. The selected contractor is Watt-Ever Electric, located in McIntosh, New Mexico. Emergency procurement procedures under state statute do not require competitive bidding or response deadlines; the statutory authorization permits direct award when conditions meet the serious threat standard. Socorro County must report the expenditure to the Legislative Finance Committee and the Department of Finance and Administration within sixty days after the end of the applicable fiscal year. The county has committed to implementing regular inspection and maintenance of the air conditioning unit to prevent similar emergencies.