San Francisco Unified School District - Jefferson Early Education School New Building Project - RFP SFUSD-FACBOND-JEFFERSON DESIGN BUILD-FY27_026
San Francisco UnifiedSchool · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Duration
- 15 months
- Primary contact
- Ruth Simon
The 30-second brief
San Francisco Unified School District is seeking proposals from prequalified design-build entities or design-build teams for alternative design-build services for the Jefferson EES New Building Project, Project ID #12503. The project involves the demolition of the existing campus and replacement with four flexible classrooms for transitional kindergarten and pre-k programming, as well as administrative and support spaces, encompassing approximately 6,000 to 8,000 gross square feet in a single-story structure at 1350 25th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset Neighborhood. The estimated construction cost is $13,900,000 with a 15-month construction duration, funded by voter-approved school bonds. Respondents must attend a mandatory pre-submittal conference and job walk on October 27, 2026, submit inquiries by November 6, 2026, and deliver RFP packets by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The procurement requires compliance with prevailing wage requirements, the 2026 Project Labor Agreement (PLA), Workforce Policy, and specific insurance and bonding obligations.
Demonstrated experience and capability with design and construction of like-projects (10 points), Individual Key Personnel Experience (15 points), Team Experience of Key Personnel (15 points), Method and strategic plan for carrying out the Project including Design + Construction Approach (15 points), Development of preliminary schedule through Project completion including identifying any schedule challenges (10 points), Completed Fee Proposal Form (30 points), Respondent's proposed Workforce Plan commitments (5 points), Interview performance (15 points), RFP Packet Cover (Pass/Fail), Cover Letter (Pass/Fail), Table of Contents (Pass/Fail), Insurance (Pass/Fail), Non-Collusion Declaration (Pass/Fail), Iran Contracting Act Certification (Pass/Fail), Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Certification (Pass/Fail), Russia Sanctions Compliance Certification (Pass/Fail), Project Labor Agreement - Letter of Assent (Pass/Fail), Comments to Form of Agreement (Pass/Fail)
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Summary
San Francisco Unified School District is seeking proposals from prequalified design-build entities or design-build teams for alternative design-build services for the Jefferson EES New Building Project, Project ID #12503.
The project involves the demolition of the existing campus and replacement with four flexible classrooms for transitional kindergarten and pre-k programming, as well as administrative and support spaces, encompassing approximately 6,000 to 8,000 gross square feet in a single-story structure at 1350 25th Avenue in San Francisco's Outer Sunset Neighborhood. The estimated construction cost is $13,900,000 with a 15-month construction duration, funded by voter-approved school bonds. Respondents must attend a mandatory pre-submittal conference and job walk on October 27, 2026, submit inquiries by November 6, 2026, and deliver RFP packets by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The procurement requires compliance with prevailing wage requirements, the 2026 Project Labor Agreement (PLA), Workforce Policy, and specific insurance and bonding obligations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Demonstrated experience and capability with design and construction of like-projects (10 points), Individual Key Personnel Experience (15 points), Team Experience of Key Personnel (15 points), Method and strategic plan for carrying out the Project including Design + Construction Approach (15 points), Development of preliminary schedule through Project completion including identifying any schedule challenges (10 points), Completed Fee Proposal Form (30 points), Respondent's proposed Workforce Plan commitments (5 points), Interview performance (15 points), RFP Packet Cover (Pass/Fail), Cover Letter (Pass/Fail), Table of Contents (Pass/Fail), Insurance (Pass/Fail), Non-Collusion Declaration (Pass/Fail), Iran Contracting Act Certification (Pass/Fail), Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Certification (Pass/Fail), Russia Sanctions Compliance Certification (Pass/Fail), Project Labor Agreement - Letter of Assent (Pass/Fail), Comments to Form of Agreement (Pass/Fail)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Completed Fee Proposal form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Certification
- Russia Sanctions Compliance Certification
- Project Labor Agreement Letter of Assent
- Submit to
- San Francisco Unified School District, Attention: Ruth Simon, Contract Manager, Room 209, 135 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 8,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- San Francisco Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Francisco 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: San Francisco Unified School District, Attention: Ruth Simon, Contract Manager, Room 209, 135 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94103. For questions, contact Ruth Simon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Francisco 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 Ruth Simon. 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: "Demonstrated experience and capability with design and construction of like-projects (10 points), Individual Key Personnel Experience (15 points), Team Experience of Key Personnel (15 points), Method..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 15 months. 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 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: Completed Fee Proposal form, Non-Collusion Declaration, Iran Contracting Act Certification, Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Certification, Russia Sanctions Compliance Certification, Project Labor Agreeme. Review the full document from San Francisco 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 Francisco, CA. The total projected area is 8000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.