Contractor Prequalification (Quality Bidders)

Prequalification Requirements

Prequalification may be required for public works projects that meet applicable criteria under California law, including:

• Projects funded in whole or in part by state facility bond funds
• Projects valued at $1,000,000 or more
• General contractors and designated subcontractors, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades

Contractors are responsible for determining whether prequalification is required prior to submitting a bid.

Legal Authority

Prequalification requirements are governed by California Public Contract Code Sections 20111.5 and 20111.6.

These provisions authorize school districts to require prequalification of prime contractors and specified subcontractors prior to bid acceptance.

Applicable subcontractor classifications may include:

A, B, C-4, C-7, C-10, C-16, C-20, C-34, C-36, C-38, C-42, C-43, and C-46.

Application Requirements & Timing

• Completed applications must be submitted at least ten (10) business days prior to a scheduled bid opening to be considered for applicable projects.
• Incomplete or late applications may not be reviewed.
• Contractors should ensure all required documentation is submitted through the Quality Bidders system.

Approved Contractors List

View the current list of prequalified contractors:

Important Notice

Prequalification under this program is separate from CUPCCAA registration requirements and does not establish eligibility for informal bidding under Public Contract Code Sections 22000–22045.