5296 Cole Village Infrastructure Relocation

The Cole Village Infrastructure Relocation project (ITB 2027‑ITB‑862) is a sealed‑bid, public‑works contract issued by New Mexico State University for the demolition of existing site improvements and the installation of new water, sanitary sewer, electrical, and natural‑gas utilities serving the Tom Fort Housing Area on the NMSU campus. The contractor must deliver a complete, lump‑sum bid that includes all labor, materials, equipment, permits, testing, restoration, and incidentals, and must provide a 5 % bid bond in hard‑copy form. The work must be completed within 270 calendar days after issuance of a Notice to Proceed. A mandatory 5 % bid bond, subcontractor listing threshold of $42,500, and compliance with New Mexico public‑works wage requirements are required. • Demolition and removal of existing concrete, asphalt, utilities, retaining walls, footings, trees, curb & gutter, and sidewalks, with off‑site disposal. • Installation of new water, sewer, electric, and natural‑gas distribution lines, utility tie‑ins, bypass pumping, and a new cul‑desac; includes all necessary permits, traffic control, and coordination with NMSU and utility providers. • Four optional alternates (water‑line connection methods and fire‑hydrant relocation) must be priced; alternates are defined on Sheet C‑504. • Project schedule: Site visit 7/23/2026, questions due 8/19/2026, bid submission deadline 9/30/2026, award estimated 9/21/2026, construction period 270 days. • Required submissions: completed BID Form, 5 % bid bond (hard copy), insurance certificate, subcontractor list (>$42,500), PWAA registration, wage‑rate poster, and acknowledgment of all addenda.