City of Las Vegas NM Acquisition of Groundwater Rights RFP 2026-GWR
City of Las VegasCity · Las Vegas, NM- Due
- Jan 1, 2027
- Closed
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Helena Valdez
- (505) 454-1401 ext 1107
The 30-second brief
The City of Las Vegas, New Mexico is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified owners or controllers of valid groundwater rights to sell and transfer such rights to the City. The primary objective is to secure valid, perfected, and enforceable groundwater rights in the State of New Mexico authorizing annual consumptive use in excess of five (5) acre feet per year per proposed acquisition. Proposed water rights must be reasonably suitable for transfer and change of use/place of use to serve municipal water supply needs, with a high likelihood of successful transfer approval from the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer (OSE). This is an indefinite RFP that will remain open, with proposals reviewed on an ongoing basis. Evaluation criteria include price (25 points), priority date seniority (25 points), storage/operational flexibility and water quality (20 points), likelihood of OSE approval (20 points), and third-party approvals (10 points).
Price of Valid Water Right, Priority of Valid Water Right, Storage/Operational Flexibility Water Quality and Geographic suitability, Likelihood and Certainty of OSE Approval, Third Party Approvals and Associated Risks
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Summary
The City of Las Vegas, New Mexico is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified owners or controllers of valid groundwater rights to sell and transfer such rights to the City.
The primary objective is to secure valid, perfected, and enforceable groundwater rights in the State of New Mexico authorizing annual consumptive use in excess of five (5) acre feet per year per proposed acquisition. Proposed water rights must be reasonably suitable for transfer and change of use/place of use to serve municipal water supply needs, with a high likelihood of successful transfer approval from the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer (OSE). This is an indefinite RFP that will remain open, with proposals reviewed on an ongoing basis. Evaluation criteria include price (25 points), priority date seniority (25 points), storage/operational flexibility and water quality (20 points), likelihood of OSE approval (20 points), and third-party approvals (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price of Valid Water Right
- Priority of Valid Water Right
- Storage/Operational Flexibility Water Quality and Geographic suitability
- Likelihood and Certainty of OSE Approval
- Third Party Approvals and Associated Risks
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
16- Instruction Sheet
- Transmittal Letter
- Proposer Information and Qualifications
- Description of Offered Water Rights
- Documentation of Validity and Ownership
- Historical Use and Nonimpairment
- Storage Location and Infrastructure
- Water Quality Information
- OSE Transfer Feasibility and Strategy
- Third Party Approvals
- Price Proposal
- Exceptions and Proposed Contract Terms
- Financial Responsibility
- Exhibit 1 Water Purchase Agreement
- Exhibit A Easement Agreement
- Exhibit 2 Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Submit to
- 1700 North Grand Avenue, Las Vegas, NM 87701
- Scope location
- Las Vegas, NM
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Las Vegas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 1, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1700 North Grand Avenue, Las Vegas, NM 87701. For questions, contact Helena Valdez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Las Vegas in NM, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Helena Valdez at (505) 454-1401 ext 1107. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price of Valid Water Right, Priority of Valid Water Right, Storage/Operational Flexibility Water Quality and Geographic suitability, Likelihood and Certainty of OSE Approval, Third Party Approvals and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Las Vegas?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Las Vegas are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Las Vegas regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 1, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Instruction Sheet, Transmittal Letter, Proposer Information and Qualifications, Description of Offered Water Rights, Documentation of Validity and Ownership, Historical Use and Nonimpairment, Storage. Review the full document from City of Las Vegas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Las Vegas, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.