Determination - Architectural and Engineering Design Services for Completion of the Thornton Ranch Open Space Trail Design

This sole‑source determination authorizes Santa Fe County to award the continuation and completion of the Thornton Ranch Open Space Trail design to Design Office. The scope covers full architectural and engineering design services, permitting, construction‑document preparation, tribal coordination, a Dark‑Sky Park application, and collaboration with the University of New Mexico’s Indigenous Design + Planning Institute. The award is based on Design Office’s prior involvement (master plan 2017 and 2019 contract) and the need for continuity. No monetary value or schedule is disclosed. • Comprehensive design from programming through certified construction documents for a 2,000‑acre trail system. • Includes permitting, tribal review assistance, Dark‑Sky Park application, and academic partnership planning. • Sole‑source award justified by unique knowledge and prior work; no competition or set‑aside requirements.