Master Developer Opportunity for the 84-Acre East Lohman Mixed-Use Neighborhood Center, Las Cruces, NM

The City of Las Cruces is seeking a master developer for an 84-acre mixed-use neighborhood center located along the East Lohman Avenue Corridor, a rapidly growing area offering strategic access to key community assets such as MountainView Regional Medical Center and established residential neighborhoods. This solicitation, issued by the Community Development agency of New Mexico, aims to capitalize on the corridor’s attractive setting, which includes scenic views of nearby mountain ranges and the Chihuahuan Desert. With a population currently around 115,000 and expected to grow to 120,000 by 2030, the city is focused on enhancing this dynamic area through thoughtful, mixed-use development that supports sustained growth and community needs. The solicitation, numbered 25-26-079 and posted in April 2026, invites interested parties to submit responses by mid-June 2026. This opportunity is managed by city officials Chris Faivre, the Director, and Donny Prosise, the Purchasing Supervisor, who serve as primary points of contact. The opportunity is open through the City of Las Cruces’ procurement portal, and it does not specify any set-aside requirements or industry codes, indicating a broad eligibility for participation. The development is envisioned as a significant catalytic project within southern New Mexico’s second-largest city, combining residential, commercial, and potentially other uses to support the area's evolving community and economic landscape.