To purchase E/one lpss system for workforce housing project - sole source

The State of New Mexico General Services Department Purchasing Division has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Plumbing Services and HVAC Repairs targeting the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) General Office. The procurement seeks to establish a price agreement for comprehensive plumbing and HVAC repair services, including repair and replacement of plumbing fixtures, clearing sewer lines, installing new plumbing lines, troubleshooting HVAC issues, and supplying parts or complete units. The contract term is one year with potential extensions up to three additional years, not exceeding four years total. Bids are due by October 15, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a sealed bid opening immediately following via Microsoft Teams. Contractor requirements include responding within 24 hours for normal service and 4 hours for emergency service, with work performed during standard working hours (7:45am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday). Required qualifications include being licensed in New Mexico for plumbing and HVAC services, and providing all necessary equipment, labor, materials, and tools. The pricing structure encompasses hourly rates for certified journeyman plumbers and HVAC technicians during regular and after-hours periods, rates for apprentices and helpers, a percentage discount on parts and materials, and a per-mile trip rate for distances exceeding 20 miles.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement covers jurisdictions including Catron County and Albuquerque City, with the procurement focused on NMDOT's General Office. No incumbent vendors are listed in the available documentation. The bid allows the Department to purchase materials directly and provide them to the awarded contractor, and reserves the right to engage alternative providers if the primary contractor cannot respond within the specified 24-hour window. Tax will be added separately and is not to be included in initial pricing. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the comprehensive nature of services—covering plumbing and HVAC repairs, parts replacement, and emergency response—suggests a potentially significant contract value. The multi-year contract structure with potential extensions indicates the State's intent to establish a long-term service relationship with a qualified contractor capable of meeting NMDOT's maintenance and repair needs.