New Mexico General Services Department State Purchasing Division #70-50500-26-CP341

Award for Professional Services: New Mexico Historic Women Marker Program Sole Source Contract

This award notice details a sole source contract for professional services supporting the New Mexico Historic Women Marker Program. - Government Buyer: - New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs - Contract managed by Melissa Catanach - Vendor: - New Mexico Women's Forum Inc. (sole source contractor) - Services Requested: - Continuation and expansion of the Historic Women Marker Program - Marketing and outreach to increase program visibility statewide - Development and distribution of educational curriculum and materials for public schools - Enhancement of program website and social media presence - Collaboration with New Mexico Tourism Department, Department of Transportation, state libraries, and educational institutions - Support for public library exhibits and traveling banners - Creation of oral histories, interactive videos, and archiving of historical materials - Evaluation of new marker viability and statewide speaking opportunities - Unique Requirements: - Contractor must have unique expertise and history in developing and managing the Historic Women Marker Program - Sole source justification based on contractor's prior experience and program ownership - Contract Value: - $220,664 for a two-year term - No OEMs or commercial product manufacturers are involved; this is a professional services contract.

Description

This sole source procurement is for professional services to continue the New Mexico Historic Women Marker Program. The contractor, New Mexico Women's Forum Inc., will expand accessibility and outreach through marketing, educational curriculum development, and statewide engagement strategies. The contract term is two years, from August 10, 2026, to August 10, 2028, with a total amount of $220,664. The program involves collaboration with state agencies and educational institutions to promote the history and contributions of women in New Mexico.

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