Lincoln Middle School Campus Improvement Project

The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is soliciting proposals for the Lincoln Middle School Campus Improvement Project in Santa Monica, California. Utilizing a lease-leaseback delivery method, the project involves phased renovations to an occupied campus, specifically targeting Buildings A, D, E, and G. The scope of work includes window and door replacement, interior finish upgrades such as painting, flooring, and cabinetry, and exterior site improvements to the campus entry, fencing, and central quad. The project is divided into two primary stages: preliminary services, including constructability reviews and the development of a Guaranteed Project Cost, and the construction phase. Preliminary services are expected to begin by February 15, 2027, and conclude by June 1, 2027, with final project completion required by August 3, 2028, provided the notice to proceed is issued by June 10, 2027. The selection process is based on a best value determination involving a multi-step evaluation of prequalification questionnaires and detailed proposals. Awarded contractors must adhere to strict compliance standards, including California prevailing wage laws, ADA accessibility, and a three percent participation goal for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Required certifications include criminal background checks and fingerprinting for all personnel interacting with students. The contract requires performance and payment bonds from a California admitted surety insurer. Under the lease-leaseback structure, the District will make tenant improvement payments during construction, followed by a projected twelve-month lease period where the contractor leases the facilities back to the District. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via SecureBids by November 24, 2026.