Two (2) maxx 65 car batteries

The state and local contract opportunity represents an emergency procurement by Sierra County, New Mexico, specifically for the acquisition of two Maxx 65 car batteries from Walmart at a total cost of $298.80. The procurement is being conducted under NMSA 1978, Section 13-1-127, which allows for immediate acquisition of essential items when standard procurement methods are impractical. The critical need stems from battery issues with a fire suppression vehicle in the Poverty Creek area, particularly urgent due to an ongoing fire ban and potential weekend fire emergency response limitations. The emergency procurement form was digitally signed by Isaac Rivers, the Agency Chief Procurement Officer, on March 24, 2025, and subsequently approved by Amber Vaughn on March 25, 2025. The key objective is to ensure operational readiness of critical fire suppression equipment, with a submission deadline of April 24, 2025, for the proposed procurement.

While this emergency procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, Sierra County has indicated future preventative measures to mitigate similar emergency scenarios. These include 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), though the emergency form was submitted by Sierra County. The total procurement value is relatively modest at $298.80, representing a targeted solution to an immediate operational need. No incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements beyond the battery replacement are mentioned in the documentation. The emergency procurement process follows standard New Mexico state guidelines for expedited acquisitions when standard procurement channels would compromise critical public safety infrastructure.