ABC Unified School District Vendor's Guide to Purchasing Policies and Procedures
ABC UnifiedSchool · Cerritos, CA- Primary contact
- Joshie Cox
- (562) 926-5566 ext 21218
The 30-second brief
ABC Unified School District (ABCUSD) is seeking to identify and qualify responsive and responsible vendors for its centralized procurement process. The district utilizes various procurement methods including Open Purchase Orders, competitive quotations for supplies and equipment totaling $500 or more ($5,000 for Maintenance Dept.), and Formal Sealed Bids for larger purchases as mandated by the California Public Contract Code. Vendors must submit a letter of interest containing business name, contact info, product/service offerings, ownership certification (MBE/WBE/DVBE), and a 5-year reference list of other school districts. Requirements include compliance with the Michelle Montoya Act (fingerprint/felony clearance), provision of Material Safety Data Sheets (M.S.D.S.) for hazardous products, and adherence to ADA standards. Awards are generally made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder.
Lowest responsible and responsive bid, quality, fitness, capacity, delivery time, compatibility, references, experience, parts and service, freight costs, warranty
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Summary
ABC Unified School District (ABCUSD) is seeking to identify and qualify responsive and responsible vendors for its centralized procurement process.
The district utilizes various procurement methods including Open Purchase Orders, competitive quotations for supplies and equipment totaling $500 or more ($5,000 for Maintenance Dept.), and Formal Sealed Bids for larger purchases as mandated by the California Public Contract Code. Vendors must submit a letter of interest containing business name, contact info, product/service offerings, ownership certification (MBE/WBE/DVBE), and a 5-year reference list of other school districts. Requirements include compliance with the Michelle Montoya Act (fingerprint/felony clearance), provision of Material Safety Data Sheets (M.S.D.S.) for hazardous products, and adherence to ADA standards. Awards are generally made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
11- Lowest responsible and responsive bid
- Quality
- Fitness
- Capacity
- Delivery time
- Compatibility
- References
- Experience
- Parts and service
- Freight costs
- Warranty
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Business name
- Address
- Telephone and fax number
- E-mail address
- Product/services offered
- Contact person
- Business ownership certification
- Reference list
- Submit to
- 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos CA 90703
- Scope location
- Cerritos, CA
- Reported agency
- ABC Unified School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from ABC Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos CA 90703. For questions, contact Joshie Cox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including ABC Unified in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Joshie Cox at (562) 926-5566 ext 21218. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible and responsive bid, quality, fitness, capacity, delivery time, compatibility, references, experience, parts and service, freight costs, warranty" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from ABC Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from ABC Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, ABC Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: business name, address, telephone and fax number, e-mail address, product/services offered, contact person, business ownership certification, reference list. Review the full document from ABC Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cerritos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.