Little Lake City School District On-Call Architectural and Engineering Services RFQ 26-27-001 - 2026
Little Lake City ElementarySchool · Santa Fe Springs, CA- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 1, 2026
- Duration
- 36 months
- Primary contact
- Argelia Valdovinos
The 30-second brief
The Little Lake City School District is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from California-licensed architectural firms to establish a pool for on-call services across nine school sites. The scope includes civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering, as well as specialty design for HVAC replacement, roofing, interior modernization, portable-to-permanent classroom programs, and ADA accessibility improvements. Anticipated projects involve site work, playground upgrades, district-wide painting, and energy efficiency initiatives like solar/photovoltaic and EV infrastructure. Firms must demonstrate experience with California K-12 public schools and the Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements. Submissions are due September 25, 2026, by 2:00 PM, limited to 25 pages. The district anticipates selecting a pool of 5 to 10 firms.
Letter of Interest, Firm Qualifications, Relevant Experience and Performance Data, Project Team and Subconsultants, DSA performance data, Litigation history
California K-12/DSA qualifications (25 pts), Project team and key personnel (20 pts), Comparable project performance (15 pts), Project-management approach (15 pts), Cost and schedule control (10 pts), References (10 pts), RFQ compliance and small business approach (5 pts)
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Summary
The Little Lake City School District is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from California-licensed architectural firms to establish a pool for on-call services across nine school sites.
The scope includes civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering, as well as specialty design for HVAC replacement, roofing, interior modernization, portable-to-permanent classroom programs, and ADA accessibility improvements. Anticipated projects involve site work, playground upgrades, district-wide painting, and energy efficiency initiatives like solar/photovoltaic and EV infrastructure. Firms must demonstrate experience with California K-12 public schools and the Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements. Submissions are due September 25, 2026, by 2:00 PM, limited to 25 pages. The district anticipates selecting a pool of 5 to 10 firms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Letter of Interest
- Firm Qualifications
- Relevant Experience and Performance Data
- Project Team and Subconsultants
- DSA performance data
- Litigation history
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- District forms
- License/certification information
- Insurance evidence
- Conflict/disclosure forms
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- 10515 South Pioneer Blvd, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
- Scope location
- Santa Fe Springs, CA
- Reported agency
- Little Lake City School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Little Lake City Elementary?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 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: 10515 South Pioneer Blvd, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. For questions, contact Argelia Valdovinos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Little Lake City 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 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 Argelia Valdovinos. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: principal-in-charge, project manager, project architect, discipline leads. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Interest, Firm Qualifications, Relevant Experience and Performance Data, Project Team and Subconsultants, DSA performance data, Litigation history. 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: "California K-12/DSA qualifications (25 pts), Project team and key personnel (20 pts), Comparable project performance (15 pts), Project-management approach (15 pts), Cost and schedule control (10 pts),..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Little Lake City Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Little Lake City Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Little Lake City Elementary regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 36 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: District forms, license/certification information, insurance evidence, conflict/disclosure forms. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Little Lake City 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: Santa Fe Springs, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.