Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16 - Maintenance-Hardware Supplies - IFB 27-01-32 (2026)
Catalina Foothills Unified DistrictSchool · Tucson, AZ- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Carolyn Seivert
- (520) 209-7500
The 30-second brief
Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16 is seeking vendor proposals to establish a contract for walk-in maintenance and hardware supplies, repair parts, and related services for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, grounds, carpentry, and painting used across all district sites and departments in Pima County, Arizona. The scope covers miscellaneous hardware supplies, equipment, and fixtures where items are to be picked up at retail store locations by approved district employees, requiring close proximity to district facilities. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Arizona Time, with written questions due by October 15, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. The contract term is effective July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with options to extend for up to four additional one-year periods.
Responsiveness, Responsibility, Lowest responsive and responsible offeror
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Summary
Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16 is seeking vendor proposals to establish a contract for walk-in maintenance and hardware supplies, repair parts, and related services for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, grounds, carpentry, and painting used across all district sites and departments in Pima County, Arizona.
The scope covers miscellaneous hardware supplies, equipment, and fixtures where items are to be picked up at retail store locations by approved district employees, requiring close proximity to district facilities. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. Arizona Time, with written questions due by October 15, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. The contract term is effective July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with options to extend for up to four additional one-year periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Lowest responsive and responsible offeror
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Proposal Cost Form
- Offer and Acceptance Form
- Deviation and Exceptions Form
- Additional Materials Form
- Confidential/Proprietary Submittals Form
- Addenda Acknowledgment Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit Form
- Signed I.R.S. W-9 Form
- Vendor Registration Form
- Submit to
- Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16, Finance Department, Attn: Procurement Specialist, 2101 E. River Road, Tucson, Arizona 85718
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Tucson, AZ
- Reported agency
- Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Catalina Foothills Unified District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Catalina Foothills Unified School District No. 16, Finance Department, Attn: Procurement Specialist, 2101 E. River Road, Tucson, Arizona 85718. For questions, contact Carolyn Seivert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Catalina Foothills Unified District in AZ, 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 IFB 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 Carolyn Seivert at (520) 209-7500. 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: "Responsiveness, Responsibility, Lowest responsive and responsible offeror" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Catalina Foothills Unified District?
All active and historical solicitations from Catalina Foothills Unified District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Catalina Foothills Unified District 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 October 29, 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 IFB?
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: Proposal Cost Form, Offer and Acceptance Form, Deviation and Exceptions Form, Additional Materials Form, Confidential/Proprietary Submittals Form, Addenda Acknowledgment Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit. Review the full document from Catalina Foothills Unified District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tucson, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.