Poway Unified School District RFP 2026-23 Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Poway UnifiedSchool · San Diego, CA- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Monica Putzbach
- (858) 748-0010 ext 2784
The 30-second brief
Solicitation for preventative maintenance, service, and repair of commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, heating, and mobile hot/cold combination carts, for the Poway Unified School District.
Preventive maintenance, Inspection, Troubleshooting, And repair services for commercial kitchen equipment.
Pricing Methodology, Preventive Maintenance Program & Checklist Quality, Vendor Qualifications & Technician Competency, Service Response, Support Systems & Communication, Materials, Parts, and Mark-Up Structure, Service Reports & Documentation Quality
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Summary
Solicitation for preventative maintenance, service, and repair of commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, heating, and mobile hot/cold combination carts, for the Poway Unified School District.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Pricing Methodology
- Preventive Maintenance Program & Checklist Quality
- Vendor Qualifications & Technician Competency
- Service Response
- Support Systems & Communication
- Materials
- Parts
- Mark-Up Structure
- Service Reports & Documentation Quality
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Preventive maintenance
- Inspection
- Troubleshooting
- Repair services for commercial kitchen equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
21- Cover Letter
- RFP Submittal Packet Cover Page
- Proposal Submission Checklist
- Proposal Form
- Additional Information Required of Proposers
- Vendor Reference Form
- Proposal Certification
- Designation of Subcontractors
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
- Criminal Background Investigation / Fingerprinting Certification
- Vendor Certifications
- Clean Air and Water Certification
- PUSD's CUPCCAA Registration Form
- Sample Invoice and Sample Monthly Statement
- Addenda Acknowledgement(s)
- Submit to
- 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Building 700, Poway, CA 92064
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Poway, California
- Reported agency
- Poway Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Poway Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 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: 13626 Twin Peaks Road, Building 700, Poway, CA 92064. For questions, contact Monica Putzbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Poway 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 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 Monica Putzbach at (858) 748-0010 ext 2784. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preventive maintenance, Inspection, Troubleshooting, And repair services for commercial kitchen equipment.. 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: "Pricing Methodology, Preventive Maintenance Program & Checklist Quality, Vendor Qualifications & Technician Competency, Service Response, Support Systems & Communication, Materials, Parts, and Mark-Up..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Poway Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Poway Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Poway 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.
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: Cover Letter, RFP Submittal Packet Cover Page, Proposal Submission Checklist, Proposal Form, Additional Information Required of Proposers, Vendor Reference Form, Proposal Certification, Designation of. Review the full document from Poway 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: Poway, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.