Kern Community College District - Weill Institute SMSR 2022-23 Repaint Building Exterior - RFP 2026
Kern Community College DistrictHigher Ed · Bakersfield, CA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Omar Flores
- (559) 310-9274
The 30-second brief
Kern Community College District seeks proposals for exterior painting and repairs at the Weill Institute located at 2100 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301. The work includes pressure washing, surface preparation, repair, sealing, priming, and painting of exterior building surfaces such as metal columns, wood guardrails, stucco, brick, concrete, CMU walls, light poles, generator enclosure, gates, and monument signs. The project requires a C-33 license, prevailing wage compliance, a 10% bid bond for proposals of $45,000 or greater, and performance/payment bonds for contracts of $25,000 or greater. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM, following a mandatory site visit on November 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Prepare and paint all first-floor exterior metal columns, Pressure wash all exterior building surfaces, Seal all exterior brick and concrete walls, Prepare and paint all wood guardrails at first-floor windows, Paint stucco finish on south side of first floor, Pressure wash CMU North wall 12' high, Prepare and paint all exterior light poles, Prepare and paint generator enclosure stucco and gates, Paint backsides of two monument signs, Alternate #1 prepare and paint 2nd floor siding on south side only.
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Summary
Kern Community College District seeks proposals for exterior painting and repairs at the Weill Institute located at 2100 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301.
The work includes pressure washing, surface preparation, repair, sealing, priming, and painting of exterior building surfaces such as metal columns, wood guardrails, stucco, brick, concrete, CMU walls, light poles, generator enclosure, gates, and monument signs. The project requires a C-33 license, prevailing wage compliance, a 10% bid bond for proposals of $45,000 or greater, and performance/payment bonds for contracts of $25,000 or greater. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM, following a mandatory site visit on November 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest qualified proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Prepare and paint all first-floor exterior metal columns, Pressure wash all exterior building surfaces, Seal all exterior brick and concrete walls, Prepare and paint all wood guardrails at first-floor windows, Paint stucco finish on south side of first floor, Pressure wash CMU North wall 12' high, Prepare and paint all exterior light poles, Prepare and paint generator enclosure stucco and gates, Paint backsides of two monument signs, Alternate #1 prepare and paint 2nd floor siding on south side only.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Bond
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Prevailing Wage Compliance Certificate
- Certification of Workmen's Compensation
- List of Subcontractors
- Submit to
- Kern Community College District, 2100 Chester Ave, Facilities Department 2nd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301
- Scope location
- Bakersfield, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kern Community College District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: Kern Community College District, 2100 Chester Ave, Facilities Department 2nd Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301. For questions, contact Omar Flores.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 Omar Flores at (559) 310-9274. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Prepare and paint all first-floor exterior metal columns, Pressure wash all exterior building surfaces, Seal all exterior brick and concrete walls, Prepare and paint all wood guardrails at first-floor windows, Paint stucco finish on south side of first floor, Pressure wash CMU North wall 12' high, P. 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 qualified proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kern Community College District?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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: Bid Bond, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Prevailing Wage Compliance Certificate, Certification of Workmen's Compensation, List of Subcontractors. 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: Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.