North County Educational Purchasing Consortium - NCEPC-01-Art Bid PreK-12 Art Supplies
San Marcos UnifiedSchool · San Marcos, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vicki Capozza
- (760) 290-2374
The 30-second brief
The North County Educational Purchasing Consortium is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of general art supplies for use throughout the school district and member districts. The awarded vendor will supply various art materials such as paints, various types of paper, crayons, glue, and other classroom art essentials. Products must meet specifications outlined in the bid documents and comply with applicable safety and quality standards for PreK-12 use. The contract is for a one-year term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with options for two additional one-year terms. Bids are due by November 20, 2026, and questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all bid requirements.
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Summary
The North County Educational Purchasing Consortium is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of general art supplies for use throughout the school district and member districts.
The awarded vendor will supply various art materials such as paints, various types of paper, crayons, glue, and other classroom art essentials. Products must meet specifications outlined in the bid documents and comply with applicable safety and quality standards for PreK-12 use. The contract is for a one-year term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with options for two additional one-year terms. Bids are due by November 20, 2026, and questions must be submitted by October 30, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all bid requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Tax Identification
- Workers' Compensation Certificate
- Bid Security Form
- Certification
- Submit to
- smusd.org/bids-2
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- San Marcos, CA
- Reported agency
- San Marcos Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from San Marcos Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: smusd.org/bids-2. For questions, contact Vicki Capozza.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including San Marcos 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 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.
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 Vicki Capozza at (760) 290-2374. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Marcos Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from San Marcos Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Marcos Unified 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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 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: Non-Collusion Declaration, Tax Identification, Workers' Compensation Certificate, Bid Security Form, Certification. Review the full document from San Marcos 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: San Marcos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.