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Franklin-McKinley School District Bottle Filler and Fountain Installation Bid No. 2026-1850

Franklin-McKinley Elementary logoFranklin-McKinley Elementary
Due
Apr 28, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Apr 7, 2026

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The Franklin-McKinley School District is soliciting informal bids for Bid No. 2026-1850, covering the installation of bottle fillers and drinking fountains at Bridges Academy and Sylvandale Middle Schools. The scope of work requires a Class B California Contractor License, although C-36 plumbing subcontractors may be utilized. Bidders must be registered as public works contractors with the DIR and provide a 10% bid bond. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for April 14, 2026, starting at Bridges Academy at 2:30 p.m. and continuing to Sylvandale Middle School at 3:00 p.m. Sealed bids are due via email by 2:00 p.m. on April 28, 2026. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements and labor compliance monitoring by the DIR.

What you must deliver

Bid form, Bid bond, Prequalification documents

How it's scored

Lowest responsive responsible bidder based on Total Bid (Base Bid + 10% Allowance)

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Summary

The Franklin-McKinley School District is soliciting informal bids for Bid No. 2026-1850, covering the installation of bottle fillers and drinking fountains at Bridges Academy and Sylvandale Middle Schools.

The scope of work requires a Class B California Contractor License, although C-36 plumbing subcontractors may be utilized. Bidders must be registered as public works contractors with the DIR and provide a 10% bid bond. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit is scheduled for April 14, 2026, starting at Bridges Academy at 2:30 p.m. and continuing to Sylvandale Middle School at 3:00 p.m. Sealed bids are due via email by 2:00 p.m. on April 28, 2026. The project is subject to prevailing wage requirements and labor compliance monitoring by the DIR.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Lowest responsive responsible bidder based on Total Bid (Base Bid + 10% Allowance)

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

3
  • Bid form
  • Bid bond
  • Prequalification documents

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Sylvandale Utility Survey, Bridges Utility Survey

Scope location
San Jose, CA
Reported agency
Franklin-McKinley School District

Questions about this BID

How do I respond to this Bid from Franklin-McKinley Elementary?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 28, 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: [email protected].

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?

Most government agencies, including Franklin-McKinley Elementary 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 Bid 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.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid form, Bid bond, Prequalification documents. 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: "Lowest responsive responsible bidder based on Total Bid (Base Bid + 10% Allowance)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Franklin-McKinley Elementary?

All active and historical solicitations from Franklin-McKinley Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Franklin-McKinley Elementary 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 Bid?

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: Sylvandale Utility Survey, Bridges Utility Survey. Review the full document from Franklin-McKinley Elementary for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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