70-M0074-26-EM091_State of New Mexico Emergency Determination Form.pdf.PDF

This is a State of New Mexico Emergency Determination Form related to an emergency main water line repair project. The document authorizes emergency procurement procedures for critical water infrastructure repairs that require immediate action to prevent service disruption or safety hazards. The form establishes the legal basis for bypassing standard competitive bidding requirements and allows the responsible agency to proceed with emergency contracting to address urgent water system needs. The determination form outlines the justification for emergency status, identifies the affected jurisdiction and water system, and authorizes the procurement officer to execute contracts necessary to restore or repair essential water line infrastructure. The emergency nature of the project necessitates expedited procurement timelines and may allow for direct negotiations with qualified contractors rather than full competitive solicitation.

The emergency determination permits flexible contracting procedures including reduced advertisement periods and abbreviated evaluation timelines to ensure rapid project execution. Funding for the emergency repair work is allocated through the state's emergency response appropriations or the affected municipality's emergency reserves. This authorization allows the contracting agency to accept bids and award contracts on an expedited basis, potentially including cost-plus or time-and-materials arrangements typical of emergency construction contracts. The emergency status remains valid only for the duration necessary to complete critical repairs, after which standard procurement procedures would resume for any follow-up or related work.