CHALMERS FORD, INC.

Chalmers Ford, Inc. specializes in the upfit and modification of light-duty trucks and utility vehicles for federal emergency response and law enforcement operations. Their core capabilities center on the integration of mission-critical systems including red lights, sirens, radio consoles, fire striping, and specialized electrical and electronic equipment to meet U.S. Forest Service and Department of the Interior specifications. The contractor demonstrates deep technical expertise in vehicle modification workflows, compliance with federal safety and operational standards, and rapid deployment of customized vehicle configurations for wildfire suppression, fire command, and law enforcement missions. Their precision in retrofitting Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram platforms—often under tight timelines—positions them as a trusted provider for time-sensitive, field-ready vehicle conversions in remote and high-risk environments. The company maintains a consistent, long-term relationship with the Department of Agriculture, particularly the U.S. Forest Service, delivering vehicle upfits across multiple southwestern regions including Arizona and New Mexico. Their work supports wildfire response infrastructure through the modification of pickup trucks, utility bed vehicles, and command units. A single contract with the Department of the Interior confirms their ability to support federal land management law enforcement with tailored vehicle modifications, indicating a niche but reliable presence in public land protection operations. Chalmers Ford’s primary industry focus lies in light truck and utility vehicle manufacturing (NAICS 336112), with secondary expertise in motor vehicle body and electrical equipment manufacturing. They operate as a specialized subcontractor within the federal emergency response supply chain, serving agencies that require ruggedized, mission-specific vehicle platforms rather than new vehicle procurement. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Chalmers Ford leverages its regional proximity to key federal land management operations to deliver responsive, on-site vehicle modifications. The company holds no formal government certifications but maintains a focused, operationally proven presence in the federal vehicle upfit market.