Berkeley Unified School District RFQ Facilities Master Plan Preparation
Berkeley UnifiedSchool · Berkeley, CA- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Calise
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Berkeley Unified School District is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from qualified persons, firms, partnerships, corporations, associations, or professional organizations for the preparation of a District-wide Facilities Master Plan.
Statement of Qualifications, Proposals for Services, Facilities Condition Assessment Review, Educational Facilities Program Needs Assessment, Integrated Facilities Master Plan, Community Outreach, Educational Specification and Standards, Coordination with District, Proposition 2 Master Plan Requirements
Adherence to the specified format, Completeness of the Proposal, Acceptable and verifiable references, Experience, professional, and technical expertise of staff, Experience with similar California K12 public school construction, renovation, and/or modernization project(s) of comparable scope and complexity, Experience with similar California K12 school facility master planning, Availability of staffing for the Project and the level of service and support, Fee requirements and cost of the services, Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with all the Project and school community participants
Summary
Berkeley Unified School District is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from qualified persons, firms, partnerships, corporations, associations, or professional organizations for the preparation of a District-wide Facilities Master Plan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Adherence to the specified format, Completeness of the Proposal, Acceptable and verifiable references, Experience, professional, and technical expertise of staff, Experience with similar California K12 public school construction, renovation, and/or modernization project(s) of comparable scope and complexity, Experience with similar California K12 school facility master planning, Availability of staffing for the Project and the level of service and support, Fee requirements and cost of the services, Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships with all the Project and school community participants
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Statement of Qualifications
- Proposals for Services
- Facilities Condition Assessment Review
- Educational Facilities Program Needs Assessment
- Integrated Facilities Master Plan
- Community Outreach
- Educational Specification and Standards
- Coordination with District
- Proposition 2 Master Plan Requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Exhibit A: Form of Agreement
- Workers' Compensation Certification
- Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification
- Submit to
- John Calise, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Division, Berkeley Unified School District, 2515 Ninth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
- Scope location
- Berkeley, CA
- Reported agency
- Berkeley Unified School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Berkeley Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: John Calise, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Division, Berkeley Unified School District, 2515 Ninth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710. For questions, contact John Calise.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Berkeley 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 John Calise. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Proposals for Services, Facilities Condition Assessment Review, Educational Facilities Program Needs Assessment, Integrated Facilities Master Plan, Community Outreach, Educational Specification and Standards, Coordination with District, Proposition 2 Master Plan Requirem. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Adherence to the specified format, Completeness of the Proposal, Acceptable and verifiable references, Experience, professional, and technical expertise of staff, Experience with similar California K1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Berkeley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Berkeley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Berkeley 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: Exhibit A: Form of Agreement, Workers' Compensation Certification, Fingerprinting/Criminal Background Investigation Certification. Review the full document from Berkeley 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: Berkeley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.