N.M. Admin. Code § 18.28.4.7
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 21, November 5, 2024
Section 18.28.4.7 - DEFINITIONSA. "Bidder" One who submits or is eligible to submit a bid to the Department in response to an invitation for bids.B. "Contractor" Any business having a contract with the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department. The term includes prime contractors; subcontractors and suppliers; and further includes the affiliates of contractors, as well as the individual officers and directors of corporate contractors.C. "Debarment" A determination of ineligibility to be a bidder, offeror or contractor on Department highway construction projects for a period not less than three months nor more than three (3) years, in conformance with the procedures set forth in this rule.D. "Department" The New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department.E. "Offeror" One who submits or is eligible to submit a proposal to the Department in response to a Request for Proposals.F. "Secretary" The Secretary of the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department or designee.G. "Suspension" A determination of ineligibility to be a bidder, offeror or contractor on Department highway construction projects for a period not to exceed three (3) months, in conformance with the procedures set forth in this rule.N.M. Admin. Code § 18.28.4.7