Hauling of food waste and other compostable waste items to a state certified composting facility, including screening for non-compostable contamination.

The state and local contract opportunity involves the hauling of food waste and other compostable waste items to a state-certified composting facility in Catron County, New Mexico, specifically within the Rowe CDP jurisdiction. While the contract opportunity title suggests waste management services, the attached documentation appears to be a sole source request from the Roswell Independent School District (RISD) for behavioral intervention services with WINGS for L.I.F.E. and the Why Try Program. The contract is structured for a 12-month term and valued at $75,000, focusing on providing comprehensive behavioral intervention services for at-risk students. Key objectives include building student resilience, motivation, and positive decision-making skills through a curriculum encompassing mentoring, conflict resolution, and family engagement. The procurement is scheduled with a posting date of July 1, 2025, and a due date of July 31, 2025. Evaluation criteria appear to emphasize the vendor's unique, locally-tailored approach and ability to provide a holistic, culturally responsive support model.

The sole source documentation indicates WINGS for L.I.F.E. was selected based on its distinctive program design that no other local vendor can replicate. The organization was determined to offer a multi-layered support model with deep community connections and proven experience in delivering behavioral interventions. No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations are explicitly outlined in the documentation. The contract value is fixed at $75,000 for the 12-month term, with the program targeting youth in the New Mexico educational system. While alternative service providers were considered, they were deemed insufficient due to offering either generic mentoring programs or limited counseling services. The procurement appears to prioritize a comprehensive intervention approach that integrates mentoring and life skills specifically designed for New Mexico youth.