Collett Elementary School TK-K Classroom Modernization

Alvord Unified School District is requesting proposals for pre-construction and lease-leaseback construction services for the Collett Elementary School TK-K Classroom Modernization Project, with proposals due November 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and prequalification documents due October 15, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The project is subject to California Education Code section 17400 best-value competitive procurement, evaluated on objective criteria combining price and qualifications.

The scope spans modernization of three buildings (Buildings C West, C East, and D) converting three 960-square-foot spaces into two 1,360-square-foot educational spaces; modernization of restroom building C and one classroom in building B; modernization of the kinder complex entrance; addition of decorative fencing and gate; modernization of three outdoor courtyard spaces with seating, hardscape, and landscape improvements; and modernization of the kinder outdoor play area with new sensory equipment. The project is located at Collett Elementary School, 10850 Collett Ave, Riverside, California 92505.

The construction estimate is $7 million, funded through the Measure J Bond. Successful proposers must hold a valid and active California Class B license and be prequalified under Education Code section 17406 and Public Contract Code section 20111.6. All contractors and subcontractors must be registered and qualified to perform public works under Labor Code section 1725.5 and comply with prevailing wage requirements under Labor Code section 1720 et seq., including Davis-Bacon and related acts. MEP subcontractors holding specified license types (C-4, C-7, C-10, C-16, C-20, C-34, C-36, C-38, C-42, C-43, or C-46) must also be prequalified. Separate payment and performance bonds, each equal to 100% of the total contract amount, are required and must be issued by a California-admitted surety.

A non-mandatory pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for October 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. RFP questions are due October 16, 2026 by 4:00 p.m. A final addendum will be issued by October 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. The Board of Education award is tentatively scheduled for November 19, 2026, with notice of award for preconstruction services estimated for November 20, 2026 and construction start estimated for June 1, 2027.