On-Call Water Resources, Water and Wastewater Engineering, and Water Rights Services

The Village of Taos Ski Valley is soliciting a qualified firm or team to serve as its primary on-call consultant for water resources services, including engineering design, construction oversight, hydrogeology, permitting, and water rights support for drinking water and wastewater systems. This professional services agreement, identified as solicitation 003-2026WRS, is designed to provide the Village with rapid access to technical expertise for capital improvement programs, regulatory compliance, and emergency repairs. The contract is structured around individual task orders, each with its own specific scope, schedule, and fee, and is governed by a maximum duration of four years per NMSA 1978 §13-1-150. Selection is based on qualifications under NMSA 1978 §13-1-120, meaning price is not an evaluation factor for the award. The Village will award the contract to the highest-ranked firm based on their expertise and ability to meet strict requirements, including the disclosure of any conflicts of interest regarding water rights in the Rio Hondo basin and adherence to New Mexico procurement codes. The successful consultant must provide a team of specialists, including project managers, licensed engineers, hydrogeologists, and water rights specialists, and must comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and ADA standards. Administrative terms require the consultant to invoice monthly by task order, with payments issued within thirty days of receipt. Performance will be evaluated based on turnaround time, budget adherence, the quality of deliverables, and the accuracy of engineering estimates. Proposals must be submitted by January 4, 2027, and must include a signed campaign contribution disclosure form and certification that the firm is not suspended or debarred.