Micro-Surfacing Project Contract Opportunity

The Micro-Surfacing Project Contract Opportunity, issued by the New Mexico Department of Transportation and solicited under number 40-80500-24-17089, involves statewide micro-surfacing and pavement marking services across multiple districts within New Mexico. The project scope includes the application of micro-surfacing materials (Types II and III) on designated roadways, re-establishment of temporary and permanent pavement markings such as centerline and shoulder striping, installation and removal of reflectorized tabs and temporary markings, and implementation of traffic control measures compliant with MUTCD standards. Work is performed at locations specified by District Engineers or their designees, and all materials and procedures adhere to Section 704 of the Standard Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction and relevant special provisions, including hot thermoplastic pavement marking requirements. The solicitation results include bid tabulations featuring five bidders with detailed pricing organized by district, quantity tiers, and line item categories. Pricing spans mobilization, traffic control (urban and rural), variable message and arrow boards, striping, temporary marking removal, and extensive micro-surfacing volumes, with unit prices varying by bidder and scope tier. The contract’s estimated value ranges between approximately $49 million and $119 million depending on quantities and pricing options exercised. Delivery and performance are FOB destination at project sites throughout New Mexico with flexible scheduling based on project needs. Administrative details reflect standard payment terms of net 30 days, but no formal FAR contract clauses, socioeconomic designations, or detailed evaluation and special contract requirements are specified in the solicitation documents. The contracting office is the State Purchasing Division under the General Services Department of New Mexico, with Clarke J. Fountain identified as the buyer associated with this procurement.