This contract is an emergency, sole‑source procurement by the New Mexico Aging & Long‑Term Services Department to fund and manage senior‑volunteer programs across multiple counties. The award provides a two‑month emergency allocation (July 1 – Aug 31 2026) with follow‑on sole‑source contracts extending to June 2027. Six community‑based vendors receive funds to operate Foster Grandparent, Senior Companion, Care Companion, and RSVP programs, handling recruitment, placement, training, background checks, and reporting.
• Total emergency allocation ≈ $174 k, divided among six vendors (ranging $13 k–$43 k).
• Programs serve adults 55+ (volunteers) and target youth, older adults, and assisted‑living residents.
• Contractors must be AmeriCorps Seniors‑approved, maintain records for six years, and submit monthly invoices, quarterly data, and semi‑annual narrative reports.