ITB #2025-06-005 ralph edwards park new boat ramp & dock

The City of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, is seeking qualified contractors for Invitation to Bid (ITB) #2025-06-005, a project to construct a new boat ramp and dock at Ralph Edwards Park in Socorro County. The procurement is for a comprehensive construction project involving area clearing, grading, access development, and ramp construction specifically designated for non-motorized vehicles. Contractors must possess a valid New Mexico GB98 construction license and coordinate closely with Wilson & Company Engineering, who developed the original project plans. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for June 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bid submissions due on July 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM MDT. Bidders are required to submit three printed copies (one marked original) and one electronic copy, with the contract to be awarded to the most responsible bidder offering the best value to the city. The project timeline indicates commencement in early September 2025, with substantial completion targeted by April 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on comprehensive bid packages that include all labor, materials, equipment, design fees, licensure, permits, bonds, and insurance.

The contract is federally funded with no local preference applied, and bidders must provide bid bonds for amounts over $25,000 and comply with Davis-Bacon wage requirements. Contractors will be responsible for obtaining critical permits, including a Nation-Wide Permit Verification from the Army Corps of Engineers, and must coordinate with utility entities and the Bureau of Reclamation regarding river flow management. Insurance requirements are extensive, mandating comprehensive general liability, professional liability, workers' compensation, and vehicle liability coverage with specified minimum coverage amounts. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the project requires robust documentation and compliance with federal contracting regulations. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the complexity of the project—involving engineering coordination, permit acquisitions, and specialized construction—suggests a significant capital investment. The project's scope and federal funding indicate potential contract values likely in the mid-six-figure range, depending on final engineering specifications and site requirements.