Economic development services

Doña Ana County is soliciting proposals for economic development services under a sole-source procurement, with proposals due September 9, 2026. The sole-source request targets the Mesilla Valley Economic Development Alliance (MVEDA) based on claimed exclusive institutional knowledge and established regional partnerships accumulated over more than 30 years of service to the county.

MVEDA's scope encompasses a comprehensive economic base program focused on marketing and recruiting companies to the region, retaining and expanding existing businesses, and targeting multiple industry clusters including aerospace, value-added agriculture, border-related logistics, and manufacturing. The organization holds exclusive designation by the New Mexico Partnership to respond to state lead generation, sole representation for the Borderplex Alliance, designated agent status for the Border Industrial Association, and trusted advisor status with the Southern New Mexico Community Foundation and El Paso Electric Economic Development Fund.

The contract value is $350,000 for fiscal year 2027. MVEDA claims a 4-to-1 leverage ratio through regional partners and board members from public, educational, and private sectors who contribute volunteer hours and financial resources dedicated exclusively to Doña Ana County's economic development. The contract is framed as an investment in economic-based job creation strategy aimed at attracting new dollars into the local economy and reducing reliance on federal funding.