Sierra Sands Unified School District - Pierce II Replacement School RFP 2026-PII-1-PDB
Sierra Sands UnifiedSchool · Ridgecrest, CA- Due
- Jun 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Hayden
- (760) 499-1600
The 30-second brief
Sierra Sands Unified School District seeks qualified Progressive Design-Build (PDB) entities to provide design and construction services for the Pierce II Replacement School Project, a new 600-student TK-8 STEM school encompassing approximately 55,000 square feet located in Ridgecrest, California. The project includes hazardous materials abatement, seismic fault trenching, site preparation, design, construction oversight, and closeout. Funded through Local AA Bond Funds and a DoD OLDCC Grant, the maximum anticipated budget is $93,750,000. Proposals are due by June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted to Jennifer Hayden at 113 W. Felspar Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. The procurement utilizes a two-phase Best Value selection process involving blind technical scoring and a shortlist evaluation.
Relevant Experience (20%), Key DB Personnel (30%), Project Approach (25%), Financial Strength (15%), Schedule & Phasing Strategy (10%)
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Summary
Sierra Sands Unified School District seeks qualified Progressive Design-Build (PDB) entities to provide design and construction services for the Pierce II Replacement School Project, a new 600-student TK-8 STEM school encompassing approximately 55,000 square feet located in Ridgecrest, California.
The project includes hazardous materials abatement, seismic fault trenching, site preparation, design, construction oversight, and closeout. Funded through Local AA Bond Funds and a DoD OLDCC Grant, the maximum anticipated budget is $93,750,000. Proposals are due by June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted to Jennifer Hayden at 113 W. Felspar Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555. The procurement utilizes a two-phase Best Value selection process involving blind technical scoring and a shortlist evaluation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- LONG-RANGE FACILITIES PLAN ACKNOWLEDGMENT
- INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
- NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
- IRAN CONTACTING CERTIFICATION
- WORKERS' COMPENSATION CERTIFICATION
- BEST PRACTICES IN SCHOOL DESIGN ACKNOWLEDGMENT
- Submit to
- 113 W. Felspar Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
- Scope location
- Ridgecrest, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 55,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Sierra Sands Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sierra Sands Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 113 W. Felspar Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555. For questions, contact Jennifer Hayden.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sierra Sands 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 Jennifer Hayden at (760) 499-1600. 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 (20%), Key DB Personnel (30%), Project Approach (25%), Financial Strength (15%), Schedule & Phasing Strategy (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sierra Sands Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Sierra Sands Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sierra Sands 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: LONG-RANGE FACILITIES PLAN ACKNOWLEDGMENT, INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY ACKNOWLEDGMENT, NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT, IRAN CONTACTING CERTIFICATION, WORKERS' COMPENSATION CERTIFICATION, BEST PRACTICES IN SCHOOL. Review the full document from Sierra Sands 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: Ridgecrest, CA. The total projected area is 55000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.