News & Announcements

The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) announced $1.9 million in funding available for immediate use.

Grant Writing, Engineering and Planning Program (GWEP) funds must be expended by June 2026. OBAE strongly encourages eligible entities to apply now to secure these vital resources for broadband infrastructure development.

Download and print the 2026 IAD Calendar!

 

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IAD GRANTS & RFPs

The Indian Affairs Department (IAD) is committed to assisting New Mexico’s Nations, Pueblos, & Tribes and tribal-serving entities with access to resources and funding opportunities. View our funding page.

 

FY26 State Funding

IAD reviewed the state’s budget for FY26 and compiled this list of funding awards and opportunities that may be available to Nations, Pueblos, Tribes and tribal-serving entities. View FY26 state funding and budget page.

Other Funding Opportunities

IAD shares funding opportunities from other state departments, external organizations or federal entities. View other funding opportunities.

State Purchasing Deadlines

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – Requests for Proposals requiring award through SPD for FY27 that need a July 1 start date. (**Please be advised: RFPs that require several edits or redrafts cannot be guaranteed an award by July 1, 2026. Agencies are required to utilize the RFP Template from the SPD Website.)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Invitations to Bid over $60,000

Friday, March 27, 2026 – Sole Source Procurements (including the 30-day posting period being completed) and GSA Requests

 

 

Friday, May 1, 2026 – Last day to submit any new contracts to CRB utilizing FY26 Funds

Monday, May 11, 2026 – Last day to submit/email extensions of existing contracts expiring June 30, 2026. This applies to ANY contract or amendment that is set to expire June 30, 2026.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – Extensions of existing contracts expiring June 30, 2026

 

 

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – Federal Funded Procurements by September 30, 2026 deadline (non RFP Based Procurements)

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – Last day to submit FY27 contracts to CRB to receive and effective date of July 1, 2026

Friday, July 24, 2026 – Last day to resubmit FY27 contracts originally received by July 1, 2026 but rejected by CRB to receive effective date of July 1, 2026

State Resources

IAD compiled a non-exhaustive list of various distribution resources for food distribution, behavioral health, and more. 

View state resources.