Q--Notice of Intent to Sole Source Autopsy Services
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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 Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Northwest Regional Office (NWRO), on behalf of the Southwest Regional Office (SWRO), Office of Justice Services (OJS) District IV, intends to award a sole source firm-fixed-price contract to the University of New Mexico for autopsy and forensic pathology services. This is a notice of intent, not a request for competitive proposals. Firms believing they can meet the requirement must submit a capability statement and pricing by June 22, 2026, 12:00 pm Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The services are required for four agencies in the Southwest Region to determine the cause of death in cases involving homicides, suicides, unattended deaths, and the discovery of human remains. These services are essential for criminal investigators to perform their duties efficiently, provide necessary evidence for legal proceedings, and ensure accurate death investigations.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 621511 Medical Laboratories
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Response Due: June 22, 2026, 12:00 pm Pacific Time
- Published: June 17, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The University of New Mexico is identified as the only responsible source capable of providing these specialized services. They currently provide these services for the entire State of New Mexico, and all state Law Enforcement Agencies rely on them. The BIA states that no other supplies or services will satisfy the agency's requirements, citing authority under FAR 6.103-1 and 41 U.S.C. 1901.
Submission & Inquiry
No solicitation will be issued, and technical questions will not be answered. Firms that believe BIA should not pursue this sole source procurement must submit a capability statement and pricing information. Contact Brian Roberts, Contracting Officer, via email at brian.roberts@bia.gov.