Precipitation Enhancement Program – Part 1: Feasibility & Research

The State of New Mexico’s Office of the State Engineer (in partnership with the Interstate Stream Commission) is issuing an IDIQ‑style RFP to conduct feasibility and research for a Precipitation Enhancement Program. The effort will encompass environmental and air‑pollution consulting, detailed meteorological and climatological analyses, technology and operational design assessments, comprehensive environmental impact studies, and the development of a statewide program framework, including regulatory and stakeholder‑engagement components. The contract will be awarded as an indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity master agreement with a 12‑month base period and up to four one‑year extensions (maximum five years). Proposals must be submitted in hard‑copy format by the October 13 deadline; electronic submissions are not accepted. Evaluation will be based on technical merit (750 points), cost (200 points), and preference points for New Mexico/Native‑American and veteran status. The agency seeks firms with strong experience in environmental consulting, meteorology, water resources, and program development. • Scope includes feasibility studies, climate analysis, technology evaluation, environmental impact assessment, and program policy drafting. • Award will be an IDIQ with a 12‑month base term and potential extensions to five years total. • Hard‑copy proposals only; deadline October 13 2026, 3 PM MDT. • Evaluation emphasizes technical expertise (450 pts experience, 200 pts references) plus cost and preference credits.