REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Utility Feasibility Study
Housing Authority of the county of Santa FeLocal Housing Authority · Santa Fe, NM- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 21, 2025
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Ben McCormack
- (505) 986-6337
The 30-second brief
Santa Fe County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors or firms to provide consulting services for a feasibility study regarding a County-owned public electric utility. The study will investigate the creation and implementation of this utility.
Analysis and reports on benefits to residents, costs, options and scales for utility creation, previous studies, preliminary assessment of legal/technical/community/financial viability, and written reports/presentations.
Introduction, Technical Competence & Specialized Experience, Evidence of Understanding Scope, Capacity & Capability, In-State Resident Business Certificate, Resident Veteran Business Certificate, Santa Fe County Business Certificate.
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Summary
Santa Fe County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors or firms to provide consulting services for a feasibility study regarding a County-owned public electric utility. The study will investigate the creation and implementation of this utility.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Introduction
- Technical Competence & Specialized Experience
- Evidence of Understanding Scope
- Capacity & Capability
- In-State Resident Business Certificate
- Resident Veteran Business Certificate
- Santa Fe County Business Certificate
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Analysis and reports on benefits to residents
- Costs
- Options and scales for utility creation
- Previous studies
- Preliminary assessment of legal/technical/community/financial viability
- Written reports/presentations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Acknowledgement of Receipt Form
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Resident Veterans Preference Certification
- Cost Proposal
- Sample Agreement
- Submit to
- Santa Fe County Purchasing Division, 102 Grant Avenue, (First Floor), Santa Fe, NM 87501 or electronically via Dropbox.
- Scope location
- Santa Fe County, New Mexico
- Reported agency
- Santa Fe County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Santa Fe County Purchasing Division, 102 Grant Avenue, (First Floor), Santa Fe, NM 87501 or electronically via Dropbox.. For questions, contact Ben McCormack.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe 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 Ben McCormack at (505) 986-6337. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Analysis and reports on benefits to residents, costs, options and scales for utility creation, previous studies, preliminary assessment of legal/technical/community/financial viability, and written reports/presentations.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Introduction, Technical Competence & Specialized Experience, Evidence of Understanding Scope, Capacity & Capability, In-State Resident Business Certificate, Resident Veteran Business Certificate, Sant..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Acknowledgement of Receipt Form, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Resident Veterans Preference Certification, Cost Proposal, Sample Agreement.. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of Santa Fe for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Fe County, New Mexico. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.