San Marcos Unified School District K-12 Art Bid - 2025-14
San Marcos Unified, San Marcos, CA·School
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- Reported Agency
- San Marcos Unified School District
- Primary Contact
- Vicki Capozza · (760) 290-2374
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Scope Location
- San Marcos, CA
- Submission Address
- 255 Pico Avenue, Suite 250, San Marcos, CA, 92069
SUMMARY
San Marcos Unified School District is soliciting bids for the purchase and delivery of general art supplies for use throughout the district under project ID 2025-14. The awarded vendor(s) will supply various art materials including paints, various types of paper, crayons, glue, and other classroom art essentials meeting K-12 safety and quality standards. The contract term is for one year, from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s). Eligible ordering entities include all district schools and departments, as well as members of the North County Educational Purchasing Consortium (NCEPC). Bids must be submitted by November 21, 2025, to the district office in San Marcos, CA.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s) meeting all bid requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid documents
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
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 21, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 255 Pico Avenue, Suite 250, San Marcos, CA, 92069. For questions, contact Vicki Capozza.
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(s) meeting all bid requirements" 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.
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: bid documents. Review the full document from San Marcos Unified for the complete list.
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.
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.
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