Lodi Unified School District Architectural Services RFQ #2026-1
Lodi UnifiedSchool · Lodi, CA- Due
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amberly Kidder
- (209) 331-7223
The 30-second brief
Lodi Unified School District is soliciting qualifications from experienced firms to provide full architectural planning, programming, and design services for the District's Bond Measure and Capital Projects. The scope includes modernization, new construction, expansion, and renovation projects for California K-12 school sites, including school safety, security upgrades, and technology/science modernization. Selected firms will form a pool for future project consideration. Requirements include successful experience with the California Division of State Architect (DSA) and the Office of Public School Construction (OPSC). Responses must include five bound copies and one electronic copy on a USB flash drive. A question deadline is set for June 24, 2026, with final submissions due by 2:00 P.M. on July 8, 2026. Evaluation criteria include firm experience, personnel expertise, references, and proximity to the City of Lodi.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), Five bound copies, One electronic copy on USB flash drive, Fee proposal, Fee schedule
Firm experience with California K-12 districts, successful experience with DSA, professional and technical expertise of personnel, references, overall responsiveness, location of office, fee proposal
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Summary
Lodi Unified School District is soliciting qualifications from experienced firms to provide full architectural planning, programming, and design services for the District's Bond Measure and Capital Projects.
The scope includes modernization, new construction, expansion, and renovation projects for California K-12 school sites, including school safety, security upgrades, and technology/science modernization. Selected firms will form a pool for future project consideration. Requirements include successful experience with the California Division of State Architect (DSA) and the Office of Public School Construction (OPSC). Responses must include five bound copies and one electronic copy on a USB flash drive. A question deadline is set for June 24, 2026, with final submissions due by 2:00 P.M. on July 8, 2026. Evaluation criteria include firm experience, personnel expertise, references, and proximity to the City of Lodi.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Firm experience with California K-12 districts
- Successful experience with DSA
- Professional and technical expertise of personnel
- References
- Overall responsiveness
- Location of office
- Fee proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
- Five bound copies
- One electronic copy on USB flash drive
- Fee proposal
- Fee schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Appendix A (Architectural Services Agreement)
- Exhibit A (Responsibilities and Services)
- Exhibit B (Criteria and Billing for Extra Services)
- Exhibit C (Schedule of Services)
- Exhibit D (Payment Schedule)
- Exhibit E (Insurance Requirements)
- Exhibit F (Roofing Project Certification)
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Scope location
- Lodi, CA
- Reported agency
- Lodi Unified School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lodi Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 8, 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. For questions, contact Amberly Kidder.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lodi Unified 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 Amberly Kidder at (209) 331-7223. 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 Director, Project Architect(s). Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), Five bound copies, One electronic copy on USB flash drive, Fee proposal, Fee schedule. 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: "Firm experience with California K-12 districts, successful experience with DSA, professional and technical expertise of personnel, references, overall responsiveness, location of office, fee proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lodi Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Lodi Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lodi Unified 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: Appendix A (Architectural Services Agreement), Exhibit A (Responsibilities and Services), Exhibit B (Criteria and Billing for Extra Services), Exhibit C (Schedule of Services), Exhibit D (Payment Sche. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lodi Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lodi, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.