City of Santa Cruz - Graffiti Abatement Services - RFP No. CMO-0326 (2026)
City of Santa CruzCity · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Shelton
- (831) 420-5154
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Cruz is soliciting proposals for graffiti abatement services within city limits and on water equipment and property located outside city limits. The scope involves pressure washing, chemical abatement, and color-matched painting (up to 99%) across surfaces such as sidewalks, bridges, medians, paths, fences, light poles, street signs, and trees. The contractor will respond to approximately 70 reports per month via the Community Request for Services Portal (CRSP), with a 24-hour response requirement for gang and hate-crime graffiti and 48 hours for others. The contract term is one year with three one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on November 5, 2026.
Adherence to RFP Requirements (5%), Firm Background Information (10%), Firm Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (15%), Team Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (20%), Technical Approach and Work Plan (25%), Cost Proposal (20%), References (5%)
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz is soliciting proposals for graffiti abatement services within city limits and on water equipment and property located outside city limits.
The scope involves pressure washing, chemical abatement, and color-matched painting (up to 99%) across surfaces such as sidewalks, bridges, medians, paths, fences, light poles, street signs, and trees. The contractor will respond to approximately 70 reports per month via the Community Request for Services Portal (CRSP), with a 24-hour response requirement for gang and hate-crime graffiti and 48 hours for others. The contract term is one year with three one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on November 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cost Proposal
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Local Preference Certification
- California Levine Act Disclosure Statement
- W-9 form
- Proof of insurance
- Proof of City of Santa Cruz business tax certificate
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santacruzca
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Cruz?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santacruzca. For questions, contact Jennifer Shelton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Cruz 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 Jennifer Shelton at (831) 420-5154. 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: "Adherence to RFP Requirements (5%), Firm Background Information (10%), Firm Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (15%), Team Qualifications, Expertise, and Experience (20%), Technical Approach an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Cruz?
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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 17, 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: Cost Proposal, Non-Collusion Declaration, Local Preference Certification, California Levine Act Disclosure Statement, W-9 form, proof of insurance, proof of City of Santa Cruz business tax certificate. Review the full document from City of Santa Cruz 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 Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.