When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 18, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $1,500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by New Mexico Department of Transportation. The work is located in Springer, New Mexico, United States.

Alignment/Phase IA Study US 56 MP 0 - 8.2 (Due December 1, 2026)

SUMMARY

The New Mexico Department of Transportation is seeking proposals for a Phase IA Corridor Study for US 56 from Milepost 0 to 8.2 in Springer, New Mexico.

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DESCRIPTION

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is requesting proposals from qualified engineering consultants to perform a Phase IA Corridor Study for US 56, from Milepost 0.0 to 8.2 in Springer, Colfax County. The project involves evaluating design deficiencies, establishing the need for action, developing potential alternatives, and preparing a Scoping Report. The contract term is four years, with potential for extension. The study must comply with NMDOT Location Study Procedures and National Highway System requirements. Future phases (IB, IC, ID, II, and III) may be added by contract amendment.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified engineering consultant
Must have a New Mexico office and professional contractor registration
Must follow NMDOT Office of the Inspector General procedure for overhead rate compliance and receive eligibility acknowledgement prior to proposal deadline
Must have proper certifications and licenses to do business in New Mexico
Must submit proposal electronically through Bid Express
Must include a letter of transmittal accepting Conditions Governing the Procurement
Must include a completed Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
Must include a signed New Mexico Employees Health Coverage Form
Must include a completed NMDOT Design Consultant Offeror’s List (Form No. A-1013)
Must include a completed Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement (Form No. A-1036)
Must identify principal members and the New Mexico Registered Professional Engineer responsible for the work

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TIMELINE

Issue of RFP: October 30th, 2026

Acknowledgement of Receipt Form: November 16th, 2026

Deadline to Submit Additional Written Questions: November 18th, 2026

Response to Written Questions/RFP Amendments: November 20th, 2026

Submission of Proposal: December 1st, 2026

Proposal Evaluation: December 2026

Selection of Finalists: December 2026/January 2027

Oral Presentation by Finalists: January/February 2027

Best and Final Offers: February/March 2027

Finalize Contract: March/April 2027

Contract Award: April 2027

Issuing Agency

New Mexico Department of Transportation

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Alignment/Phase IA Study US 56 MP 0 - 8.2