Kern Community College District Executive Leadership Search and Recruitment Services RFQ - DO260908
- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Purchasing & Contracts
- (661) 336-5100
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Summary
Kern Community College District is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Executive Leadership Search and Recruitment Services under solicitation number DO260908.
The district seeks a firm with an extensive national network to conduct proactive outreach for a broad, highly qualified, and diverse applicant pool for the position of Chancellor. The selected firm must complete the recruitment and selection process in time for a target start date of March 1, 2027. This solicitation involves local funding and has already issued Addendum #1. Submissions are due by September 8, 2026, at 12:00 PM to the district office in Bakersfield, CA. Questions or requests for electronic copies of the RFQ should be directed to the Purchasing & Contracts Department.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum #1
- Submit to
- 2100 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- Scope location
- Kern, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Kern Community College District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 2100 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301. For questions, contact Purchasing & Contracts.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Kern Community College District 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 Purchasing & Contracts at (661) 336-5100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Kern Community College District?
All active and historical solicitations from Kern Community College District are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Kern Community College District 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: Addendum #1. Review the full document from Kern Community College 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: Kern, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.