Hydrology, Hydrogeology, and Water Resources Services

The City of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 24-25-043 seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive Hydrology, Hydrogeology, and Water Resources Services. The city intends to award up to five contracts for on-call professional services covering a broad spectrum of water-related studies and activities, including groundwater modeling, surface water analysis, water well design, water quality studies, hydrologic forecasting, water rights exploration, and regulatory compliance services. Proposals are due on May 15, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for May 1, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The contract term will span five years, with individual project assignments negotiated on a case-by-case basis. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a 100-point scoring system: technical approach (45 points), team qualifications (40 points), and firm performance (15 points), with potential interviews for top-scoring respondents. Proposers will be evaluated on their comprehensive understanding of water resource challenges, technical capabilities, and proven expertise in hydrology and related scientific domains.

The RFP includes provisions for additional preference points, offering 5 points for local Las Cruces business certification and up to 10 points for New Mexico resident or veteran business certifications. Respondents must meet specific insurance requirements, including professional liability ($1,000,000), general liability ($1,000,000/$2,000,000), auto liability ($1,000,000), and workers' compensation. Pricing will be structured as lump sum or unit pricing, with monthly or project-completion invoicing and payment within 30 days of receiving an undisputed invoice. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the multi-year, multi-contract approach suggests significant potential project value. The city appears open to a diverse range of firms, with additional point allocations designed to encourage participation from local and state-based businesses, particularly those owned by residents or veterans. Cost proposals will not be part of the initial evaluation but will be used during contract negotiation, indicating a focus on technical capability and experience over immediate price considerations.