ABC Unified School District Bid No. 1693 E-Rate Cabling at Various Schools 2026
ABC UnifiedSchool · Cerritos, CA- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
The 30-second brief
ABC Unified School District is soliciting sealed bids for Bid No. 1693, E-Rate Cabling at Various Schools, including modernization work at Melbourne Elementary School. The scope of work covers network cabling infrastructure, potentially including racks, cabinets, or connectors as specified under E-Rate Form 470# 260014073. Contractors must possess a valid Class C-7 and/or C-10 license and provide a manufacturer's installation certification for all cable and equipment. The project is contingent on E-Rate funding and requires a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Bids are due March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the district's Purchasing Department in Cerritos, CA. A 10% bid security is required, and the successful bidder must provide 100% performance and payment bonds.
Bid Form, Designation of Subcontractors, Non-Collusion Declaration, Bid Bond, Substitution Request Form, Acknowledgment of Bidding Practices Regarding Indemnity, CARB Certification, Drug-Free Workplace Certificate, Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy, Bidder's Reference, Installer Certification
Lowest responsive responsible bidder, Cost of eligible services
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Summary
ABC Unified School District is soliciting sealed bids for Bid No. 1693, E-Rate Cabling at Various Schools, including modernization work at Melbourne Elementary School.
The scope of work covers network cabling infrastructure, potentially including racks, cabinets, or connectors as specified under E-Rate Form 470# 260014073. Contractors must possess a valid Class C-7 and/or C-10 license and provide a manufacturer's installation certification for all cable and equipment. The project is contingent on E-Rate funding and requires a valid Service Provider Identification Number (SPIN). Bids are due March 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the district's Purchasing Department in Cerritos, CA. A 10% bid security is required, and the successful bidder must provide 100% performance and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive responsible bidder, Cost of eligible services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Bid Form
- Designation of Subcontractors
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Bid Bond
- Substitution Request Form
- Acknowledgment of Bidding Practices Regarding Indemnity
- CARB Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certificate
- Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Bidder's Reference
- Installer Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Checklist of Mandatory Bid Forms
- Pre-Bid Clarification Form
- Bidder's Reference
- Bid Form
- Designation of Subcontractors Form
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation Form
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Bid Guarantee Form
- Bid Bond Form
- Request for Substitution at Time of Bid
- Acknowledgment of Bidding Practices Regarding Indemnity Form
- California Air Resources Board (CARB) Compliance Certification
- Agreement Form
- Payment Bond
- Performance Bond
- Guarantee
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Escrow Agreement for Security Deposits in Lieu of Retention
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, ABC Unified School District, 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703
- Scope location
- Cerritos, CA
- Reported agency
- ABC Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from ABC Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Purchasing Department, ABC Unified School District, 16700 Norwalk Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including ABC Unified in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Form, Designation of Subcontractors, Non-Collusion Declaration, Bid Bond, Substitution Request Form, Acknowledgment of Bidding Practices Regarding Indemnity, CARB Certification, Drug-Free Workplace Certificate, Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy, Bidder's Reference, Installer Cert. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive responsible bidder, Cost of eligible services" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from ABC Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from ABC Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, ABC Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Checklist of Mandatory Bid Forms, Pre-Bid Clarification Form, Bidder's Reference, Bid Form, Designation of Subcontractors Form, Contractor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation Form, Non-Collu. Review the full document from ABC Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cerritos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.