COSUMNES COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
FOR
Electrostatic Painting Services
(PM-26-011)
Release Date: March 31, 2026
Proposal Deadline: April 24, 2026 by 10:00 AM
Proposals must be received via email at the email address below by deadline.
Kavita Takhar, Management Analyst
Email: KavitaTakhar@cosumnescsd.gov
PLEASE READ: Ukraine/Russia-Related Sanctions Compliance. Consultant/Contractor is aware of the
requirements of California Executive Order N-6-22 (“Ukraine/Russia-Related Sanctions), which obligates
consultants/contractors to comply with existing economic sanctions imposed by the U.S. government in response to
Russia’s actions in Ukraine, as well as any sanctions imposed under state law. The Services may be subject to
compliance monitoring by the District. It shall be the consultants/contractors sole responsibility to comply with all
applicable economic sanctions.
Cosumnes Community Services District
8820 Elk Grove Blvd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
Cosumnes Community Services District RFP
Electrostatic Painting Services (PM-26-011)
SECTION 1 – PURPOSE
Cosumnes Community Services District (“District”) is seeking the services of electrostatic
painting services. The work to be performed under this General Services Agreement includes
the furnishing of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, transportation, and incidentals necessary
to complete the electrostatic painting services.
SECTION 2 – DISTRICT PROFILE
The District is located in California’s Central Valley in the southern portion of Sacramento
County, four miles south of the Sacramento City limits. The District is the largest community
services district in California, encompassing 157 square miles and serving an estimated
population of 210,000.
The District is a regional agency providing fire protection services to the cities of Elk Grove and
Galt, as well as unincorporated areas in southern Sacramento County. Additionally, the District
provides parks and recreation services exclusively to the Elk Grove community.
The District is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the residents, businesses, visitors,
and employees within the diverse community by protecting lives, property, and the environment
through superior fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and special
operations response; and by providing parks and recreation services through well-maintained
parks and recreational opportunities for health, wellness, and social interactions.
SECTION 3 – SCOPE OF SERVICES
The scope of services can be found in Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 4 – RFP OVERVIEW
RFP Timeline
The District will endeavor to administer the proposal process in accordance with the terms and
dates outlined below; however, the District reserves the right to modify the terms, activities,
timeline, or any other aspect of the process at any time, as it deems necessary.
EVENT
RFP advertising
Non – Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting
(OPTIONAL) – Emerald Lakes Golf Course
Deadline for Questions
District Provides Responses to Questions
Deadline for Submission
Contractors Notified
Board of Directors Approval
DATE/TIME
March 31, 2026
April 8, 2026 at 10 AM
April 10, 2026 at 10 AM (PST)
April 14, 2026
April 24, 2026 10 AM (PST)
April 28, 2026
May 20, 2026
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Cosumnes Community Services District RFP
Electrostatic Painting Services (PM-26-011)
RFP Coordinator
All communications concerning this RFP must be submitted via email to the RFP Coordinator
identified below. The RFP Coordinator will be the sole point of contact for this RFP.
Kavita Takhar, Management Analyst
8820 Elk Grove Blvd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
Email: KavitaTakhar@cosumnescsd.gov
Phone: 916-405-5332
RFP Amendment and Cancellation
The District reserves the unilateral right to amend this RFP in writing at any time. The District
also reserves the right to cancel or reissue the RFP in its sole discretion. If an amendment is
issued, the District shall provide notice of the amendment to all Proposers. In addition, the District
shall post the amendment on its website at https://www.cosumnescsd.gov/. Proposers shall
respond to the final written RFP and any exhibits, attachments, and amendments thereto.
RFP Questions – Directions for Submission
Specific questions concerning the RFP should be submitted via e-mail to the RFP Coordinator
prior to the “Deadline for Questions.” Proposer questions should clearly identify the relevant
section of the RFP, and page number(s) related to the question being asked. The questions
submitted, and the District’s responses, shall be posted on the District’s website at
https://www.cosumnescsd.gov/ .
RFP PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING (OPTIONAL)
A non-mandatory meeting will be conducted at the covered structure at Emerald Lakes Golf
Course (10651 E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove, CA 95624) at 10:00 AM on April 8, 2026, to
discuss the scope of work for bidding purposes. Representatives of the District will be present.
Questions asked at the Pre-Proposal Meeting not specifically addressed within the Contract shall
be answered in writing and shall be updated to the District’s website.
Proposal Submittal
Proposals must be submitted no later than April 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM (PST). Proposals
received after this time and date will not be considered. Proposers must submit an electronic
copy (a single .pdf file containing all submitted material) to the RFP Coordinator: Kavita Takhar,
Management Analyst (Email: KavitaTakhar@cosumnescsd.gov).
Any submission to the District by email, will receive a reply that the Bid has been received (during
regular business hours). If you do not receive a reply, please contact the RFP Coordinator prior
to the Bid due date.
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Electrostatic Painting Services (PM-26-011)
SECTION 5 – PROPOSAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following guidelines are provided for standardizing the preparation and submission of
proposals. The intent is to assist respondents in the preparation of their submissions and to
assist the District by simplifying the review process providing standards for comparison of
submissions.
Proposals submitted in response to this RFP shall include a complete response to the
requirements in this section in the order presented. The District discourages lengthy and costly
proposals. Proposals should be a straightforward delineation of the respondent’s capability to
satisfy the intent and requirements of this RFP and should not contain redundancies and
conflicting statements.
Proposal Format and Content
Proposals should be prepared on standard 8 1/2" x 11" paper. All proposal pages should be
numbered. Failure to follow this specified format, to label the responses correctly, or to address
all of the subsections may, at the District’s sole discretion, result in the rejection of the proposal.
Proposals must contain the following information in the order listed:
1. Introductory letter
The introductory letter should be addressed to:
Kavita Takhar
Cosumnes CSD
8820 Elk Grove Blvd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
The letter shall include the following:
a. Proposer’s legal name and corporate structure.
b. Proposer’s primary contact information, including name, address, phone, website,
and email.
c. Identification of use of subcontractors and scope of work to be performed by
subcontractors.
d. Identification of any pending litigation against the Proposer.
e. Disclosure of any bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings in last ten (10) years.
f. Statement indicating the proposal will remain valid for at least 120 days.
g. Signature of a company officer empowered to bind the Proposer to the provisions
of this RFP and any contract awarded pursuant to it.
2. Qualifications and Experience
Describe the Contract’s capability for undertaking and performing the work, including any
professional licenses and certificates held by the Contractor. List types and locations of
similar work performed by the Contractor in the last five (5) years that best characterizes
the quality and past performance.
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Electrostatic Painting Services (PM-26-011)
3. References
The Proposer must provide at least three (3) references which they have conducted
similar electrostatic painting services within the last five (5) years. References may be
contacted as part of the selection process. For each reference, proposer must provide
the following information:
a. Name and contact information (i.e. name, title, address, phone, and email)
b. Brief description of work provided.
4. Fee
This section should include the cost for requested services outlined in Section 3 – Scope
of Services. Contractors shall clearly outline fees for the services to be provided. Upon
completion of tasks, the Contractor will notify the District and request payment for the
products and services by submitting an invoice and a brief description of work performed
during the billing period. Upon receipt of the invoice, the District will review in a timely
manner the products and services noted, verify completion, and authorize payment. No
cost increases shall be passed onto the District after the proposal has been submitted.
5. Supportive Information
This section may include graphs, charts, photos, resumes, and any other relevant
information in support of the Contractor’s qualifications.
6. Disclosures
Statement that the Proposer or any individual who will perform work for the Proposer is
free of any conflict of interest. The Proposer should identify any professional or personal
financial or other interest which could be a possible conflict of interest in performing the
services of the RFP. This includes any activities or relationships of the Contractor that
might create a conflict of interest for the Contractor or the District, and, if such activities
or relationships exist, a description of the facts, legal implications, and possible effects
sufficient to permit the District to appreciate the significance of the conflict and to grant
any conflict waiver, if appropriate and necessary.
7. Agreements and Warranties
Provide all standard contracts, including licensing, annual maintenance, and installation
support services agreements typically used, included or required by the proposed
solution, to be provided by Proposer and the associated costs, if any, to the District.
8. General Services Contract Alterations
Attached to the RFP (Exhibit D) is a copy of the District’s standard General Services
Agreement (“Contract”). The District’s standard Contract may be modified, in the District’s
sole discretion, to address the specific provisions of this RFP and Contractor’s should
note that this RFP any specifications or other requirements specific to this RFP shall be
included in the Contract and Contract’s exhibits following an award of the Contract.
Please review the Contract carefully and note in your proposal any exceptions or
alterations to the Contract. Alterations or changes to the Contract that are not in the
Consultant’s response will not be allowed after the selection of the Consultant. This
includes alterations, exceptions, or changes to the insurance and indemnity provisions.
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