USE OF LAND FOR INCIDENT COMMAND AND STAGING FOR PERSONNEL ENGAGED IN FIRE SUPPRESSION

This emergency procurement authorizes the New Mexico Forestry Division to use five acres of private land owned by Rick and Kristen Holmes as an incident‑command and staging site for fire‑suppression personnel during the “TRIGG” wildfire. The agreement provides a zero‑dollar daily land‑use rate, caps total payment at $1,000 for a pre‑negotiated cattle‑guard repair, and requires joint pre‑ and post‑use inspections. The land will host temporary structures, equipment staging, and overnight rest areas for firefighters, with all temporary improvements to be removed after use. • Land‑use period: 7 days (May 21‑28 2026) with termination upon incident closure. • Fixed ceiling of $1,000 covering only the cattle‑guard repair; no utility or construction fees. • Sole‑source award to a small‑business landowner under emergency procurement rules, with full FAR clause compliance and a FY26 policy exemption to expedite payment.