AMPED – Alternative Education Program

This contract awards a sole‑source, $54,000 annual budget to Chaves County CASA to operate the AMPED Alternative Education Program for youth in Chaves County. The program will establish a day‑reporting center that serves as an alternative‑education site for students placed on short‑term (3‑10 days) or long‑term suspensions, enabling them to earn or maintain academic credits and receive early assessment to reduce recidivism. The work is funded through a state grant under the Juvenile Continuum Act and is intended to run for a twelve‑month period starting July 1 2026. • Scope: design, staff, and deliver an alternative‑education facility for suspended youth, focusing on credit completion and diversion from the juvenile‑justice system. • Funding: $54,000 (annual) with a “Unique Expertise” justification for sole‑source award. • Timeline: solicitation posted May 29 2026, protest deadline June 15 2026, proposal due June 28 2026, contract term July 1 2026 – June 30 2026. • Awardee: Chaves County CASA, located at 500 N Main St #314, Roswell, NM. • Procurement type: Sole Source under NM statutes; no competition required.