RIO rancho field maintenance shop expansion

The New Mexico State Purchasing Division and Department of Military Affairs is seeking a construction contractor for the Rio Rancho Field Maintenance Shop Expansion project located at 4001 NW Loop Road NE in Rio Rancho, Sandoval County. The procurement involves constructing a new 6,000 square foot building addition, a 2,500 square foot storage shed, and a 1,052 square foot wash bay, with associated site work including road realignment and equipment parking expansion. Key project deliverables include two additive bid items: wash bay construction and military equipment parking expansion. Contractor qualifications require a minimum of five years of experience in similar construction projects, three reference letters, and registration with the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with sealed electronic bids due on October 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Bidders must submit a 5% bid security bond and provide comprehensive documentation including subcontractor listings, proof of insurance, and compliance with state wage rate requirements. The project has a projected completion time of 365 calendar days from the notice to proceed.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid requires detailed compliance with state workforce regulations. Contractors must handle gross receipts tax separately from the base bid and provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating technical and financial capability. The project represents a significant infrastructure upgrade for the New Mexico Army National Guard facility, with potential integration requirements for existing site infrastructure. Although the precise project budget is not stated, the scope and complexity suggest a substantial capital investment. The bid includes a base bid and five alternate bid items, providing flexibility for potential contractors to offer variations in project execution. The procurement process emphasizes strict compliance with bidding instructions, including precise formatting of unit prices, quantities, and item descriptions. Potential bidders must carefully review all documentation and ensure complete alignment with the Invitation to Bid requirements to be considered for contract award.