About this opportunity
AI summarySan Juan Unified School District requests proposals for Category Two E-rate eligible switch equipment under RFP 27-108. The scope requires delivering 542 HPE Aruba Networking CX 6200F 48G Class4 PoE 4AFP+ 370W switches and 86 HPE Aruba Networking 10G SFP+ to SFP+ 1m direct-attach copper cables onsite to Carmichael, California. Only onshore US organizations are eligible to submit proposals for this opportunity. Bidders must deliver their responses to the Purchasing Department by 4:00 PM on December 8, 2026, and submit all questions no later than November 4, 2026.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- San Juan Unified School District
- Solicitation No.
- 27-108
Scope of work
- Switch Equipment
- Hardware, shipping, and taxes
- JL7278 switch units
- J9283D direct attach copper cables
- Erate eligible and non-eligible cost allocation
- Detailed billing by site
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Responder cost, including unit prices, labor rates, etc. | 35% |
| Extent of experience with the District | 25% |
Minimum qualifications
- Certified reseller of parts and equipment
- Manufacturer must warrant all parts and equipment
- Must have a Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN)
- Must have filed FCC Form 473 Service Provider Annual Certification (SPAC)
- Must have FCC Registration Number (FRN) at time bid is submitted
- Must not be in Red Light Status with the FCC
- Three reference sites using service for 3 years or more
- Active registration with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code
Documents to include with your response
- RFP Scope of Work response
- RFP Proposal Format response
- Signed copies of addendums if applicable
- Cost Proposal
- Completed and signed Submittal pages
- RFP Form
- Fingerprint Certification
- Public Works Contractor Registration Certification
- Letter from insurance company indicating ability to provide insurance
- Signed Letter of Agreement - RFP 27-108
Key dates
- RFP Released - Post
- October 28, 2026
- Question Deadline
- November 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
- Questions Responses Posted
- November 6, 2026 at or before 4:00 p.m.
- RFP Closing - RFP Due
- December 8, 2026 Before 4:00 PM
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy and digital copy
- Instructions
- One original proposal, two copies, and one digital copy (PDF format: flash drive preferred) submitted in a sealed envelope marked RFP 27-108 in non-bound format to San Juan Unified School District, Purchasing Office, 5133 Engle Road, Carmichael, CA 95608.
Contract details
- Term
- Expires on June 30 of each calendar year; purchase orders contingent on ERATE Award and District approval
- Place of performance
- San Juan Unified School District sites, Carmichael and Sacramento, CA
- Insurance and bonding
- Comprehensive General Liability of $2,000,000 each occurrence and $4,000,000 aggregate (insurer rated at least A+ by A. M. Best), comprehensive auto liability of $1,000,000, California Workers' Compensation, and Employer's Liability of $1,000,000; District named as additional insured; 10 days written notice prior to cancellation or reduction.
- Funding
- FCC E-Rate Program (Universal Service Administrative Company / USAC)