J--SANFORD YAKE LIFT PUMP - LAMR
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior, National Park Service (NPS), specifically the IMR Intermountain Region, has issued a Justification & Approval (J&A) for an urgent, non-competitive procurement to repair a lift pump at Sanford Yake - Lake Meredith National Recreation Area (NRA). This critical repair, with an anticipated cost of $4,530.26, is necessary to prevent environmental contamination and operational disruption due to a failed emergency backup motor. The justification cites "Urgent and compelling circumstances" precluding full and open competition.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the urgent repair of a lift pump at the Sanford Yake facility within the Lake Meredith NRA. This involves addressing the failure of an emergency backup motor to prevent a critical system failure.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification & Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 13.106-1)
- Anticipated Cost: $4,530.26
- Set-Aside: Other Than Full and Open Competition (due to urgent circumstances)
- Published: May 11, 2026
Justification & Rationale
The J&A outlines "Urgent and compelling circumstances" as the basis for this non-competitive action. The emergency backup motor for the lift pump has failed. Should the primary motor also fail, human waste would overflow the sewer collection vault and discharge into a drinking water reservoir. This scenario poses a serious risk of injury to government personnel, significant environmental harm, and disruption of essential park operations. Market research confirmed that any delay associated with competitive procurement would result in these severe consequences.
Additional Notes
This document serves as the justification for proceeding with a non-competitive procurement due to the immediate and critical nature of the repair. The Contracting Officer has certified that urgent and compelling circumstances exist and that the anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable.
Contact: Billie Thomas, Billie_Thomas@ios.doi.gov, 406-599-4402.