Emergency Medical Systems Regional Office and Other Public Health Operations

The New Mexico Department of Health is soliciting proposals from nonprofit or state‑supported higher‑learning institutions to operate one or more statewide Emergency Medical Systems (EMS) Regional Offices (Regions I‑III). The contractor will provide system planning, technical assistance, licensing support, education, data quality, stress‑management, and other EMS‑Bureau‑directed public‑health functions. The contract is for an initial one‑year term with the possibility of up to three one‑year renewals. Offerors must demonstrate nonprofit status, a representative board, an administrative office with qualified staff, relevant EMS experience, references, and financial stability. Proposals are submitted electronically via the NMDOH Bonfire portal by the May 14 2026 deadline. • Operate regional EMS offices, coordinating time‑sensitive condition programs and data systems (NMEMSTARS, NEMSIS, etc.). • Provide technical assistance for licensing, inspections, and grant applications; conduct education/outreach and support stress‑management programs. • Must meet strict pass/fail eligibility (non‑profit, board composition, financials, references) and score on technical specifications (up to 1,000 points).