Board approves $37.9 million change order for New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute project

May 19, 2026

The board approved Change Order No. 6 for the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute, adding $37,912,013.65 to the project (including contingency). The overall project budget was stated at $218 million with completion expected November 2028.

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A presenter asked the board to approve Change Order No. 6 for The James Corporation, increasing the project by $37,912,013.65 and adding $2,313,878.13 to contingency. "I am here today to request approval for change order number six for the James Corporation in the amount of 37,912,013 dollars and 65 cents," the presenter said.

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