Command Strategies Sole Source Pre-Award

New Mexico State University is seeking to award a one‑year, $150,000 sole‑source contract to Command Strategies, LLC (or a qualified alternative) to provide strategic advisory services that connect the university with Department of Defense (DoD) research and development entities, specifically the Army Futures Command. The work will focus on emerging defense‑relevant areas such as cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, hypersonics, electronic warfare, and bio‑preparedness. The solicitation is posted as a pre‑award sole‑source justification; interested vendors may challenge the justification in writing by 23 June 2026, after which the contract will be sealed and opened on 06 August 2026, with a final closing on 08 August 2026. • Advisory/consulting services linking NMSU to DoD and Army Futures Command. • Subject‑matter expertise in cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, hypersonics, electronic warfare, bio‑preparedness. • Fixed‑price, one‑year term (approximately $150 k) with no prerequisite certifications. • Challenge period ends 23 June 2026; sealed bid opening 06 August 2026; final submission deadline 08 August 2026.