To meet current hospital standards of care.

The University of New Mexico is seeking approval for a sole source purchase of patient warming blankets and related equipment from TSC Life, with a notice posted October 8, 2026 and a 30-day review period ending October 30, 2026. This procurement is restricted to TSC Life based on a sole source justification under New Mexico Procurement Code.

UNM justifies the sole source on two grounds: TSC Life's Mistral Air Patient Warming System is the only system featuring a medical-grade HEPA filter, and the current supplier is experiencing manufacturing and distribution shortfalls that are negatively impacting patient care at UNM Hospital. The Mistral Air system reaches operating temperature in less than 30 seconds, faster than competing alternatives, enabling earlier thermal stability during procedures and reducing the need for corrective warming.

The scope covers patient warming blankets and related equipment to meet hospital standards of care. Patient warming is identified as an essential medical intervention that prevents perioperative hypothermia, reduces surgical site infection risks, and improves recovery outcomes.

The total contract value is $360,000 over a three-year term with renewals consistent with New Mexico Procurement Code requirements. TSC Life is located at 6400 S Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 305, Greenwood Village, Colorado. The request was submitted by Brad Ross, Executive Director of Materials Management, and approved by Jeffrey Gilmore on September 29, 2026. The completed request will be posted on the UNM Sunshine Portal and the State of New Mexico Procurement website for the 30-day review period prior to purchase authorization.