Santa Barbara Unified School District - Superintendent Search Services - 2026
Santa Barbara UnifiedSchool · Santa Barbara, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- William Banning
- (858) 229-9250
The 30-second brief
The Santa Barbara Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified search firms to provide comprehensive superintendent search services, including project planning, stakeholder engagement, candidate recruitment and screening, finalist support, and assistance with contract negotiations. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. and must be submitted digitally via email to the Board President. The evaluation will consider firm experience, proposed process, stakeholder engagement approach, timeline, total cost, and references.
Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm and proposed consultants, Quality and completeness of the proposed process and services, Approach to stakeholder and community engagement, Proposed timeline and ability to meet the District’s needs, Total cost, expense controls, and clarity of pricing, References and record of successful engagements, Quality and completeness of the proposal and presentation
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Summary
The Santa Barbara Unified School District is seeking proposals from qualified search firms to provide comprehensive superintendent search services, including project planning, stakeholder engagement, candidate recruitment and screening, finalist support, and assistance with contract negotiations.
Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. and must be submitted digitally via email to the Board President. The evaluation will consider firm experience, proposed process, stakeholder engagement approach, timeline, total cost, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm and proposed consultants
- Quality and completeness of the proposed process and services
- Approach to stakeholder and community engagement
- Proposed timeline and ability to meet the District’s needs
- Total cost
- Expense controls
- Clarity of pricing
- References and record of successful engagements
- Quality and completeness of the proposal and presentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- 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 November 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact William Banning.
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 William Banning at (858) 229-9250. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications of the firm and proposed consultants, Quality and completeness of the proposed process and services, Approach to stakeholder and community engagement, Proposed t..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Barbara Unified?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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. 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, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.