Otero County is seeking proposals for outdoor youth mentoring services using the Story Riders model or an equivalent CYFD-approved program for the juvenile justice board. Proposals must be received by 11:00 am on August 31, 2026. The contract term is initially through June 30, 2027, with renewal options. Key performance indicators include increased youth self-confidence and improved emotional wellness. Award is contingent on CYFD approval. Unit rates are negotiated, and monthly invoicing is required.
Proposals must be received by 11:00 am on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the Otero County Purchasing Division. all proposals must be received by 11: 00 am on monday, august 31, 2026
Invoicing will be at negotiated unit rates for services actually performed, monthly, with supporting documentation. invoicing will be at negotiated unit rates for services actually performed, monthly
The contract shall be awarded to the offeror or offerors whose proposal is most advantageous to the county, taking into consideration the evaluation factors set forth in the rfp. the contract shall be awarded to the offeror or offerors whose proposal is most advantageous to the county
Offerors must provide proof of being an established business and demonstrate qualifications appropriate to outdoor, experiential youth mentoring programming. offerors must provide proof that it is an established business and is abiding by the ordinances, regulations, and laws of the state of new mexico
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Potential offerors may submit written questions regarding this rfp until the close of business on August 18, 2026. all written questions must be addressed to the procurement manager, listed in section ii. e and sent via facsimile or email. any contact with any other county staff member or persons other than the procurement manager named in this solicitation may be grounds for disqualification.
Failure to meet a mandatory item or factor will result in the rejection of the offeror's proposal. failure to meet a mandatory item or factor will result in the rejection of the offerors proposal.
Offerors must describe their proposed approach to delivering the scope of work, including staffing plan, session structure, and how the program will meet performance standards. Offerors must describe their proposed approach to delivering the scope of work, including: staffing plan and facilitator mentor assignments session or event structure and the annual deliveryschedule