Vista Unified School District - General Contractor Construction Services - Lease Leaseback - V26270411RFP (2026)
Vista UnifiedSchool · Vista, CA- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Kevin Lesko
The 30-second brief
Vista Unified School District is requesting proposals from qualified general contractor firms to provide comprehensive general construction services and preconstruction consulting for the design and construction of existing school site expansions and enhancements under a lease leaseback delivery method. The work encompasses new construction, classroom modernization, site modernization, fire, life, health and safety, security, IT infrastructure, utility infrastructure, systems infrastructure, athletic facilities and playing fields, portable renovation, and FFE projects associated with the District's Long Range Facilities Master Plan. Responses are due by September 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with an RFI deadline of September 11, 2026. Interested firms must be pre-qualified through the PQBIDS platform and comply with Education Code § 17406 and Public Contract Code § 20111.6 mandates.
Relevant Project Experience & Past Performance: 25 Points, Key Personnel & Staffing Capacity: 20 Points, Fee & General Conditions Proposal: 25 Points, Technical Approach, Safety Record & Best Value Plan: 15 Points, District Values Alignment (Equity, Sustainability, Local Workforce): 15 Points
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Summary
Vista Unified School District is requesting proposals from qualified general contractor firms to provide comprehensive general construction services and preconstruction consulting for the design and construction of existing school site expansions and enhancements under a lease leaseback delivery method.
The work encompasses new construction, classroom modernization, site modernization, fire, life, health and safety, security, IT infrastructure, utility infrastructure, systems infrastructure, athletic facilities and playing fields, portable renovation, and FFE projects associated with the District's Long Range Facilities Master Plan. Responses are due by September 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with an RFI deadline of September 11, 2026. Interested firms must be pre-qualified through the PQBIDS platform and comply with Education Code § 17406 and Public Contract Code § 20111.6 mandates.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant Project Experience & Past Performance: 25 Points
- Key Personnel & Staffing Capacity: 20 Points
- Fee & General Conditions Proposal: 25 Points
- Technical Approach
- Safety Record & Best Value Plan: 15 Points
- District Values Alignment (Equity, Sustainability, Local Workforce): 15 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Non-collusion affidavit
- Statement of Qualifications (SoQ)
- Certificates of insurance
- Proof of prequalification
- Submit to
- 1234 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA 92084
- Scope location
- Vista, CA
- Reported agency
- Vista Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vista Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1234 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA 92084. For questions, contact Kevin Lesko.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vista 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 Kevin Lesko. 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 Project Experience & Past Performance: 25 Points, Key Personnel & Staffing Capacity: 20 Points, Fee & General Conditions Proposal: 25 Points, Technical Approach, Safety Record & Best Value Pl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Vista Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Vista Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Vista 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: non-collusion affidavit, Statement of Qualifications (SoQ), certificates of insurance, proof of prequalification. Review the full document from Vista 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: Vista, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.