Veterinary Supplies

The City of Las Cruces, New Mexico is soliciting bids for a comprehensive veterinary supplies contract for the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley (ASCMV), a high-intake municipal animal shelter. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) seeks qualified firms to provide a wide range of veterinary medical supplies, including medications, surgical equipment, syringes, gloves, and vaccines, with varying annual quantity requirements from 1 to 230 units depending on the specific item. The contract will have a base period from the time of award through June 30, 2028, with the potential for multiple vendor awards to meet the city's needs. Bidders must submit their electronic proposals via email to bidclerk@lascruces.gov by August 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with pricing to remain firm for the first year and potential pass-through price adjustments considered with proper documentation thereafter. Evaluation will likely involve consideration of pricing, product specifications, delivery capabilities, and compliance with the detailed bid requirements outlined in the solicitation.

The procurement offers several preference opportunities for bidders, including a 5% preference for New Mexico resident businesses, a 10% preference for New Mexico resident veteran businesses, and a 5% preference for recycled content goods. These provisions are designed to provide additional opportunities for local and specialized businesses to compete for the contract. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the contract appears open to various qualified veterinary supply vendors who can meet the ASCMV's specific medical supply needs. The facility serves as the only open-admission municipal animal shelter in the City and County, providing critical services such as pet sterilization, vaccinations, and microchipping, which underscores the importance of a reliable and comprehensive veterinary supply contract. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the diverse and substantial supply requirements suggest a significant annual procurement value that will support the shelter's extensive animal care operations.