City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Dept - Commercial Lease Space at 132-C Harbor Way - 2026
City of Santa BarbaraCity · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 9 days left
- Contract term
- 10 years
- Primary contact
- Cesar Barrios
- (805) 564-5525
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department is seeking proposals for leasing 4,200 square feet of commercial space at 132-C Harbor Way in the Santa Barbara Harbor, previously occupied by West Marine. The space is suitable for marine retail (chandlery) and visitor-serving, ocean-dependent, or ocean-related uses. Proposals are due by Friday, November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The lease term is a maximum of 10 years with two 5-year options. Evaluation criteria include Business/Development Plan, Marine Hardware/Retail Component, Management/Experience, and Financial Information.
Business/Development Plan (40 points), Marine Hardware/Retail Component (20 points), Management/Experience (20 points), Financial Information (20 points)
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Summary
The City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department is seeking proposals for leasing 4,200 square feet of commercial space at 132-C Harbor Way in the Santa Barbara Harbor, previously occupied by West Marine.
The space is suitable for marine retail (chandlery) and visitor-serving, ocean-dependent, or ocean-related uses. Proposals are due by Friday, November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The lease term is a maximum of 10 years with two 5-year options. Evaluation criteria include Business/Development Plan, Marine Hardware/Retail Component, Management/Experience, and Financial Information.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Business/Development Plan
- Certified financial statement
- Minimum of three credit references
- Credit Reports from Equifax
- TransUnion and Experian
- Litigation disclosure
- Submit to
- [email protected] or City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department, Attention: Cesar Barrios, 132-A Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
- Duration
- 120 months
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 4,200 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Barbara?
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: [email protected] or City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department, Attention: Cesar Barrios, 132-A Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. For questions, contact Cesar Barrios.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Barbara 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 Cesar Barrios at (805) 564-5525. 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: "Business/Development Plan (40 points), Marine Hardware/Retail Component (20 points), Management/Experience (20 points), Financial Information (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Barbara?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 10 years. 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: Business/Development Plan, Certified financial statement, Minimum of three credit references, Credit Reports from Equifax, TransUnion and Experian, Litigation disclosure. Review the full document from City of Santa Barbara for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Barbara, CA. The total projected area is 4200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.