Bid guide
How to bid on 772 Pacific GMP for Remaining Trades with Cahill Pilot Joint Venture
What Cahill Pilot Joint Venture is buying
Cahill Pilot Joint Venture is inviting bids for the remaining construction trades for a new 15-story, 175-unit affordable senior housing project located at 772 Pacific Avenue in San Francisco, CA. This project involves new construction of a high-rise building with one level below grade, totaling 140,000 gross square feet. It includes residential units, community rooms, offices, outdoor terraces, a roof deck, and a warm shell for a banquet hall.
The requested bid trades cover all remaining work except for specific exclusions such as abatement, demolition, shoring, fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and crane service. This is an opportunity for subcontractors specializing in various construction trades to contribute to a significant affordable housing development.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for submitting bids is September 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. A voluntary virtual pre-bid meeting will be held on September 1, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time. The deadline for submitting questions (RFIs) is September 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Bidders are encouraged to update their bidding status on BuildingConnected by September 2, 2026. Construction is tentatively scheduled to start in February 2027 and last for 30 months.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in various building trades, excluding those specifically listed as excluded (abatement, demolition, shoring, EBM, fire protection, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and crane service). The project requires adherence to union labor for carpenters, laborers, and operating engineers, prevailing wage, local hiring under Chapter 82, First Source Hiring under Chapter 83, and Section 3 hiring.
There is a subcontracting goal of 20% participation for Small Business Enterprises (SBE) and Local Business Enterprises (LBE). Bidders must also comply with Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements for materials permanently installed on the project. Firms should be prepared to prequalify through Compass prior to contract award.
How to respond
To access the bid documents, you can view the original source on SF City Partner, the City and County of San Francisco's supplier portal. The full 'Details' text on that page provides scope, pre-bid conference information, addenda, and buyer contact. You can download bid documents by clicking 'View Event Package'.
All bid submissions and communication must be made through BuildingConnected. Bidding requires a free SF City Partner supplier registration. Register on the portal, then place your bid before the closing date and time. For questions regarding the project or BuildingConnected access, contact Cahill Estimating via email.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all bid documents and project specifications to ensure your proposal fully addresses the scope of work for the remaining trades. Pay close attention to the specific exclusions to avoid bidding on work that is not part of this solicitation. Attend the voluntary virtual pre-bid meeting to gain a better understanding of the project and ask any clarifying questions before the RFI deadline.
Ensure your firm meets all labor requirements, including union labor, prevailing wage, and local/Section 3 hiring. Document your plan for achieving the 20% SBE/LBE participation goal. Begin the prequalification process through Compass early, as prequalification is required before contract award and will be a factor in bid selection. Provide detailed information on BABA compliant materials, including material value and proof of compliance, as this is a mandatory requirement.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City and County of San Francisco — Mayor's Office of Housing; the original posting controls.