Sole Source Procurement for Content Specific FAFSA Outreach Phone Calls to CNM Students

The Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a sole source procurement for content-specific FAFSA outreach phone calls to CNM students. The college believes that the New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation (NMEAF) is the only provider in New Mexico that can conduct DFNP outreach while delivering accurate, immediate FAFSA support. The procurement is for a 6-month period, from January 14, 2026, to June 30, 2026, with a total cost of $60,000. The college has determined that NMEAF is the only available source that can meet the needs of the department due to their operational expertise, specialized financial aid knowledge, and deep understanding of New Mexico's learners and state aid programs. • The procurement is for content-specific FAFSA outreach phone calls to CNM students. • The contract term is from January 14, 2026, to June 30, 2026. • The total cost of the procurement is $60,000. • The college believes that NMEAF is the only provider in New Mexico that can conduct DFNP outreach while delivering accurate, immediate FAFSA support. • The procurement is exempt from competitive bidding due to the sole source designation.