Valley Center Pauma USD - Pauma Security Gate Bid - 2026-27-06 Pauma Security Gate (2026)
Valley Center-Pauma UnifiedSchool · Valley Center, CA- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mary Jensen
- (760) 550-1128
The 30-second brief
Valley Center Pauma Unified School District is requesting bids for the fabrication and installation of new automated, keypad entry hinging steel security swing gates at entry and egress driveways for the Pauma Security Gate project (Bid No. 2026-27-06). The scope includes powder-coated steel double swing gates (entrance and exit gates measuring 18' wide by 5' tall), Knox switch security gate access with Fire Department filing, two entry remotes, gate hold timers, a Door King 1506-086 or equivalent mounted keypad, and a mounted strobe detector for emergency response vehicles. This is a prevailing wage project requiring a 100% payment bond, DIR registration, and a C-13 or C-61/D28 contractor's license with at least 5 years of experience. Bids are due by November 2nd, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and questions must be submitted by October 27th, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Entrance Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing; Exit Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing; Mounted Security Gate Access (Knox switch) including installation and Fire Department filing; Two Entry Remotes; Timers for gate hold; Mounted keypad (Door King 1506-086 or equivalent); Mounted strobe detector for emergency response vehicles
Lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid
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Summary
Valley Center Pauma Unified School District is requesting bids for the fabrication and installation of new automated, keypad entry hinging steel security swing gates at entry and egress driveways for the Pauma Security Gate project (Bid No. 2026-27-06).
The scope includes powder-coated steel double swing gates (entrance and exit gates measuring 18' wide by 5' tall), Knox switch security gate access with Fire Department filing, two entry remotes, gate hold timers, a Door King 1506-086 or equivalent mounted keypad, and a mounted strobe detector for emergency response vehicles. This is a prevailing wage project requiring a 100% payment bond, DIR registration, and a C-13 or C-61/D28 contractor's license with at least 5 years of experience. Bids are due by November 2nd, 2026, at 2:00 PM, and questions must be submitted by October 27th, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Entrance Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing
- Exit Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing
- Mounted Security Gate Access (Knox switch) including installation and Fire Department filing
- Two Entry Remotes
- Timers for gate hold
- Mounted keypad (Door King 1506-086 or equivalent)
- Mounted strobe detector for emergency response vehicles
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Bid Submittal Checklist
- Bid Form
- Bid Pricing Form
- Bid Acknowledgements
- Designation of Subcontractors
- Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Program Participation Documentation
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters
- Fingerprint Certification
- Contractor Certifications
- VCPUSD's CUPCCAA Registration Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Valley Center, CA
- Reported agency
- Valley Center Pauma Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Valley Center-Pauma Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Mary Jensen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Valley Center-Pauma 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 Mary Jensen at (760) 550-1128. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Entrance Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing; Exit Gate 18' Wide by 5' Tall Double Swing; Mounted Security Gate Access (Knox switch) including installation and Fire Department filing; Two Entry Remotes; Timers for gate hold; Mounted keypad (Door King 1506-086 or equivalent); Mounted strobe detecto. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Valley Center-Pauma Unified?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 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 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 Submittal Checklist, Bid Form, Bid Pricing Form, Bid Acknowledgements, Designation of Subcontractors, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) Program Participation Documentation, Non-Collusion. Review the full document from Valley Center-Pauma 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: Valley Center, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.