San Francisco Unified School District - Specialty Services for Laboratory Fume Hoods and Bio-Safety Cabinets SOQ 2026
San Francisco UnifiedSchool · San Francisco, CA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 14 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- William Chow
- (415) 828-7292
The 30-second brief
San Francisco Unified School District is seeking statements of qualifications from specialty services firms to perform assessment, repair, replacement, testing and certification, inspection, and maintenance services for laboratory fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets at various school sites on an as-needed basis for a term of three years. Firms must reside within a 50-mile radius of San Francisco and have experience with Division of the State Architect procedures, California public schools, building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes. Responses are due by November 12, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., submitted as five bound copies to 135 Van Ness Avenue, Room 215, San Francisco, CA. The selection process includes preliminary screening, reference checks, and optional oral interviews.
Assessment of existing laboratory fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets, Troubleshooting and identifying problem of non-functioning laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Repair or replacement of existing laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets including electrical or mechanical work, Testing & certification of existing and/or new laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Inspection and maintenance services of existing and/or new laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Preparation of cost estimate to repair or replace fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets
Completeness, Professional Qualifications and Experience, References, Project Team, Fee Schedule
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Summary
San Francisco Unified School District is seeking statements of qualifications from specialty services firms to perform assessment, repair, replacement, testing and certification, inspection, and maintenance services for laboratory fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets at various school sites on an as-needed basis for a term of three years.
Firms must reside within a 50-mile radius of San Francisco and have experience with Division of the State Architect procedures, California public schools, building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes. Responses are due by November 12, 2026, at 12:00 p.m., submitted as five bound copies to 135 Van Ness Avenue, Room 215, San Francisco, CA. The selection process includes preliminary screening, reference checks, and optional oral interviews.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Completeness
- Professional Qualifications and Experience
- References
- Project Team
- Fee Schedule
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Assessment of existing laboratory fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets, Troubleshooting and identifying problem of non-functioning laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Repair or replacement of existing laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets including electrical or mechanical work, Testing & certification of existing and/or new laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Inspection and maintenance services of existing and/or new laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Preparation of cost estimate to repair or replace fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover Letter
- Description and Experience of Firm and Services
- Project Team
- Fee Schedule
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- San Francisco Unified School District, Facilities Design and Construction, 135 Van Ness Avenue, Room 215, San Francisco, CA 94102-5207
- Scope location
- San Francisco, CA
- Reported agency
- San Francisco Unified School District
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from San Francisco Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: San Francisco Unified School District, Facilities Design and Construction, 135 Van Ness Avenue, Room 215, San Francisco, CA 94102-5207. For questions, contact William Chow.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
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 RFSOQ 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 William Chow at (415) 828-7292. 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: design and principal staff, engineering, electricians, inspectors. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Assessment of existing laboratory fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets, Troubleshooting and identifying problem of non-functioning laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets, Repair or replacement of existing laboratory fume hoods or bio-safety cabinets including electrical or mechanical work, Testi. 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: "Completeness, Professional Qualifications and Experience, References, Project Team, Fee Schedule" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Francisco Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from San Francisco Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Francisco 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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 RFSOQ?
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, Description and Experience of Firm and Services, Project Team, Fee Schedule, Certificate of Liability Insurance. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.