GAOA Taos Area Visitors Centers

The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking a Design/Build construction contractor to repair two visitor centers in the Taos area of New Mexico: the Rio Grande Gorge Visitor Center and the Wild River Visitor Center. The project requires a comprehensive renovation approach, including design, mobilization, construction, demolition, and various infrastructure improvements such as exterior work, concrete repairs, painting, roofing, HVAC upgrades, plumbing, electrical work, and asbestos removal. Prospective offerors must possess a Unique Entity ID and maintain an active SAM profile, with qualifications specifically centered on commercial and institutional building construction. The BLM will evaluate proposals based on technical capabilities, past performance, and potential to successfully complete the comprehensive renovation project. The anticipated timeline includes an RFP release in May 2025, with a site visit scheduled approximately one week after the RFP issuance and proposal submissions due 30 days following the RFP release.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates this project is not set aside for any specific designation but is suitable for small businesses with a size standard of $45M under NAICS Code 236220. The total construction budget ranges between $1 million and $5 million, with an estimated performance period of 525 calendar days. Contractors should be prepared for a complex renovation project involving two distinct visitor centers, requiring detailed design and construction expertise. The project will demand comprehensive skills in multiple construction disciplines, including structural repair, architectural modifications, and systems upgrades. Potential bidders should carefully review the detailed scope of work and be prepared to demonstrate technical proficiency in managing a multi-faceted renovation project within the specified budget and timeline.