Bassett Unified School District Executive Search Firm for Superintendent of Schools Search RFP 2026
Bassett UnifiedSchool · La Puente, CA- Due
- Feb 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Tomiko Lee-Nolasco
- (626) 931-3018
The 30-second brief
The Bassett Unified School District (BUSD) is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide Executive Search Consultant Services for the position of District Superintendent. The selected firm will oversee all recruitment logistics, develop a search timeline, facilitate stakeholder input and community engagement, and conduct a comprehensive search to generate a diverse pool of candidates. Responsibilities include screening finalists, conducting background checks, and assisting the Board in developing a compensation package. The District serves approximately 2,700 students across seven schools in La Puente, CA. Proposals must be submitted via email by 4 p.m. on February 10, 2026. The Board intends to have the new Superintendent effective as of July 1, 2026.
Experience in conducting a successful search for a Superintendent of Schools, proposal completeness, qualifications of personnel, fee structure
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Summary
The Bassett Unified School District (BUSD) is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide Executive Search Consultant Services for the position of District Superintendent.
The selected firm will oversee all recruitment logistics, develop a search timeline, facilitate stakeholder input and community engagement, and conduct a comprehensive search to generate a diverse pool of candidates. Responsibilities include screening finalists, conducting background checks, and assisting the Board in developing a compensation package. The District serves approximately 2,700 students across seven schools in La Puente, CA. Proposals must be submitted via email by 4 p.m. on February 10, 2026. The Board intends to have the new Superintendent effective as of July 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience in conducting a successful search for a Superintendent of Schools, proposal completeness, qualifications of personnel, fee structure
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Statement of qualifications
- Summary of services
- Samples of related materials
- Summary of community engagement strategies
- List of five recent references
- Description of fees and expenses
- Description of guarantee
- Description of insurance coverage
- Sample consultant agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- La Puente, CA
- Reported agency
- Bassett Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bassett Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tomiko Lee-Nolasco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bassett 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 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 Tomiko Lee-Nolasco at (626) 931-3018. 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: "Experience in conducting a successful search for a Superintendent of Schools, proposal completeness, qualifications of personnel, fee structure" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bassett Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Bassett Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Bassett 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 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: statement of qualifications, summary of services, samples of related materials, summary of community engagement strategies, list of five recent references, description of fees and expenses, descriptio. Review the full document from Bassett 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: La Puente, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.