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Board adopts contractor prequalification rules required for large school construction projects
Summary
Trustees approved a resolution adopting a uniform contractor prequalification packet and rating system the district will use for public projects over $1 million and lease‑leaseback delivery, aligning with Public Contract Code requirements cited by staff.
The Board of Trustees approved Resolution 20‑24‑25 to adopt a contractor prequalification procedure and rating system for use on public projects over $1 million and for projects contracted using the lease‑leaseback delivery method.
Why it matters: The prequalification system standardizes how the district evaluates prospective general contractors and major trade subcontractors before permitting them to bid on high‑value projects. Brent Lloyd, director of support services, said the requirement stems from the Public Contract Code and applies to districts with the student average daily attendance thresholds cited in board materials.
What the rule does: The prequalification packet and scoring sheets included in the board backup (identified as Exhibit A) require contractors to submit financial statements, references and past project information. Staff said the packet helps the district assess a contractor’s financial capacity, school experience and record of responsible performance before awarding large contracts.
Prevailing wage and workforce standards: During questions trustees asked whether prevailing wage and skilled‑and‑trained workforce requirements were part of the package. Lloyd confirmed that prevailing wages apply to public contracts and that skilled‑and‑trained workforce provisions are required under the lease‑leaseback delivery method and the Public Contract Code.
Board action: The board moved, seconded and adopted Resolution 20‑24‑25 by roll‑call vote.
Implementation notes: Staff said the district must advertise the prequalification package for a set period and allow bidders time to respond. The district anticipated placing notices in the newspaper and beginning the prequalification process promptly to support planned summer projects.
