Ballico-Cressey Elementary School District E-Rate Year 2026 RFP Bid # BCSD-ERATE-2026-RFP#01
- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Seng Thao
- (209) 381-6763
The 30-second brief
Ballico-Cressey Elementary School District is soliciting proposals for data communications services, specifically leased lit and dark fiber point-to-point circuits for E-Rate Year 2026. Bids are due March 3, 2026.
Original bid signed in blue ink, One photo-copy, Two copies of product specifications, SPIN number, Monthly unit pricing, Conditional waiver and release form
Price/Charges, Meets technical specifications and design, Prior experience, SPI vendor, Impact to BCSD cash flow, Non E-Rate eligible charges
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Summary
Ballico-Cressey Elementary School District is soliciting proposals for data communications services, specifically leased lit and dark fiber point-to-point circuits for E-Rate Year 2026. Bids are due March 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Price/Charges
- Meets technical specifications and design
- Prior experience
- SPI vendor
- Impact to BCSD cash flow
- Non E-Rate eligible charges
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Original bid signed in blue ink
- One photo-copy
- Two copies of product specifications
- SPIN number
- Monthly unit pricing
- Conditional waiver and release form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Certification of Non-Collusion
- Vendor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Drug-Free Workplace
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Workplace Contractor Certification Regarding Background Checks
- Guarantee
- Contractor's Certificate Regarding Payment of Prevailing Wage
- Insurance Documents & Endorsements
- Conditional Waiver and Release Upon Payment
- Bidder Information
- Submit to
- 11818 Gregg Street, Ballico, CA 95303
- Scope location
- Ballico, CA
- Reported agency
- Ballico-Cressey Elementary School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ballico-Cressey Elementary?
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: 11818 Gregg Street, Ballico, CA 95303. For questions, contact Seng Thao.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ballico-Cressey Elementary 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 RFP 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Seng Thao at (209) 381-6763. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Original bid signed in blue ink, One photo-copy, Two copies of product specifications, SPIN number, Monthly unit pricing, Conditional waiver and release form. 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: "Price/Charges, Meets technical specifications and design, Prior experience, SPI vendor, Impact to BCSD cash flow, Non E-Rate eligible charges" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ballico-Cressey Elementary?
All active and historical solicitations from Ballico-Cressey Elementary are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Ballico-Cressey Elementary 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Certification of Non-Collusion, Vendor's Certificate Regarding Workers' Compensation, Contractor's Certificate Regarding Drug-Free Workplace, Contractor's Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and. Review the full document from Ballico-Cressey Elementary for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ballico, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.