New Mexico Forest Engineering and Road Maintenance (FERM)

Solicitation 12363N22Q4000 establishes multiple Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for road maintenance and construction services within the New Mexico National Forest area, covering the Carson, Cibola, Gila, Lincoln, Santa Fe, and Kiowa Forests. The scope of work includes road restoration, vegetation management, bridge and guardrail maintenance, asphalt placement, and specialized projects such as Emergency Relief for Federally Owned Roads and Burned Area Emergency Response. Performance is divided into five geographic zones, and the period of performance extends from December 5, 2022, through December 30, 2032. This is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 237310. The government utilizes a best-value trade-off process for awards, evaluating technical capability, price, and the use of biobased products. Individual BPA calls are subsequently awarded based on relevant past performance, availability, and price. Contractors must adhere to the Service Contract Act and Davis-Bacon Act wage determinations and follow strict fire prevention and equipment cleaning protocols to prevent the spread of noxious weeds. Bonding requirements vary by project value, with performance and payment bonds required for projects exceeding 150,000 dollars. Invoicing is managed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.