Alum Rock Union Elementary School District - Tree Services - RFP No. 2627-MOT01, 2026
Alum Rock Union ElementarySchool · San Jose, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Juan Mendoza
- (408) 928-6871
The 30-second brief
The Alum Rock Union Elementary School District seeks qualified tree service contractors for professional tree maintenance, pruning, removal, inspection, stump grinding, emergency response, and related arboricultural services across District facilities and campuses in San Jose, CA. Services include tree inspection and assessment, crown cleaning and thinning, hazardous limb removal, root pruning, emergency storm damage response, and debris removal. The contract term is one year with opportunities for renewal. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with questions due by November 13, 2026.
Qualifications of the proposer, Demonstrated expertise and past experience in conducting similar services, Service functions and capabilities proposed, Cost of proposal, Contract terms
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Summary
The Alum Rock Union Elementary School District seeks qualified tree service contractors for professional tree maintenance, pruning, removal, inspection, stump grinding, emergency response, and related arboricultural services across District facilities and campuses in San Jose, CA. Services include tree inspection and assessment, crown cleaning and thinning, hazardous limb removal, root pruning, emergency storm damage response, and debris removal.
The contract term is one year with opportunities for renewal. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with questions due by November 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications of the proposer
- Demonstrated expertise and past experience in conducting similar services
- Service functions and capabilities proposed
- Cost of proposal
- Contract terms
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Signed Agreement
- Workers' Compensation Certification
- Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification
- Insurance Certificates and Endorsements
- W-9 Form
- Tuberculosis Clearance
- Gifts and Conflicts of Interest Policy
- Submit to
- Alum Rock Union Elementary School District, Purchasing Department, 2930 Gay Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
- Scope location
- San Jose, CA
- Reported agency
- Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alum Rock Union Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Alum Rock Union Elementary School District, Purchasing Department, 2930 Gay Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127. For questions, contact Juan Mendoza.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alum Rock Union Elementary 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 RFP 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 Juan Mendoza at (408) 928-6871. 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: "Qualifications of the proposer, Demonstrated expertise and past experience in conducting similar services, Service functions and capabilities proposed, Cost of proposal, Contract terms" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alum Rock Union Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Alum Rock Union Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alum Rock Union Elementary regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Signed Agreement, Workers' Compensation Certification, Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification, Insurance Certificates and Endorsements, W-9 Form, Tuberculosis Clearance, Gifts. Review the full document from Alum Rock Union Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.