REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY INVESTMENT GRADE AUDIT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF RELATED CONSERVATION MEASURES FROM ENERGY SERVICES COMPANY (ESCO)
Santa Barbara UnifiedSchool · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Jan 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 4, 2025
- Primary contact
- Marina Verdian
- 805-963-4338 X 6238
The 30-second brief
The Santa Barbara Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified entities to provide an energy efficiency investment grade audit and implementation of related conservation measures from an energy service company (ESCO). The goal is to maximize energy and operational cost savings to pay for facility upgrades and services through an Energy Savings Performance Contract.
Proposer Qualifications and References, Team Qualifications, Technical Approach, Financial Approach, Pricing, Value Add
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Summary
The Santa Barbara Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified entities to provide an energy efficiency investment grade audit and implementation of related conservation measures from an energy service company (ESCO).
The goal is to maximize energy and operational cost savings to pay for facility upgrades and services through an Energy Savings Performance Contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Proposer Qualifications and References
- Team Qualifications
- Technical Approach
- Financial Approach
- Pricing
- Value Add
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A – Proposal Content and Format
- Attachment A – Facility Technical Profile
- Attachment B – Investment Grade Audit Contents
- Attachment E – Energy Services Agreement
- Submit to
- Santa Barbara Unified School District Administration Office, 720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, California
- Reported agency
- Santa Barbara Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Barbara Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Santa Barbara Unified School District Administration Office, 720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101. For questions, contact Marina Verdian.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Barbara 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 Marina Verdian at 805-963-4338 X 6238. 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: "Proposer Qualifications and References, Team Qualifications, Technical Approach, Financial Approach, Pricing, Value Add" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Barbara Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Santa Barbara Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Exhibit A – Proposal Content and Format, Attachment A – Facility Technical Profile, Attachment B – Investment Grade Audit Contents, Attachment E – Energy Services Agreement. Review the full document from Santa Barbara 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: Santa Barbara, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.