New Mexico State University is seeking qualified suppliers to provide a broad range of facilities‑maintenance, repair, and operations (FMRO) materials and related services under a multi‑award RFP. The solicitation covers dozens of commodity codes ranging from building construction services, HVAC and air‑compressor equipment, electrical and plumbing supplies, to vehicle fleet parts and general equipment maintenance. Proposals will be evaluated on product coverage, customer service, inventory/delivery capabilities, technical support, ordering and reporting processes, and past performance, with additional preference points for resident or veteran‑owned New Mexico businesses. The deadline for questions is September 21 2026; the final proposal submission deadline is October 8 2026 at 2 PM MDT. The award will be made after evaluation, but the award date is not yet set.
• 13 commodity categories (e.g., building construction, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, vehicle fleet, equipment repair)
• Multi‑award, category‑based contracts – NMSU may award separate contracts for each material group
• Evaluation weighted heavily toward product coverage (25 pts), customer service (25 pts), and inventory/delivery (20 pts)
• Preference points available for New Mexico resident or veteran‑owned businesses (8 % or 10 % extra)
• Mandatory submission through NMSU’s SciQuest online bidding portal, with required forms (conflict of interest, non‑collusion, insurance certificate)