Foothill-De Anza Community College District Planet bids #RFI # 1993

Executive Search Services for De Anza College President

This opportunity seeks executive search services for the recruitment of a permanent President for De Anza College in Santa Clara County, California. - Government Buyer: - Foothill-De Anza Community College District, Purchasing Services office - Services Requested: - Comprehensive executive search services for De Anza College President - Candidate outreach and recruitment - Screening and selection support - Facilitation of community and campus engagement (forums, surveys, focus groups) - Reference and background verification - Support through final selection process - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have experience with executive-level searches for California community colleges - Demonstrated ability to conduct equity-centered, inclusive search processes - Must have completed at least two presidential or chancellor-level searches at California community colleges in the past five years - Ability to provide relevant references - Knowledge of local governance and community engagement best practices - Prospective Vendors Mentioned: - Alura Workforce - Berry Dunn - Fidelity Partners Services - Isaacson Miller - R.H. Perry & Associates - Suzanne Gutierrez Consulting - TurningWest - Location: - Place of performance is De Anza College, Los Altos Hills, Santa Clara County, California - Estimated term for services is nine months; cost estimates for this period and hourly rates for additional services are requested

Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Foothill-De Anza Community College District for executive search services to recruit and select a permanent President for De Anza College. The scope includes candidate outreach, screening, community engagement facilitation, and support through final selection. The District seeks an experienced executive search firm to manage the entire presidential search process. The project is located in Santa Clara County, California, and responses must be submitted electronically by May 29, 2026.

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