Berkeley Unified School District RFP 202201 - WAN
Berkeley UnifiedSchool · Berkeley, CA- Due
- Feb 7, 2022
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 7, 2022
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Max Eissler
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) services for E-Rate Funding Year 25 (2022-2023). The contract will be for three years with optional extensions, and will cover connectivity for 23 school and operational facilities.
Wide Area Network (WAN) Services
Cost of eligible products and/or services, Cost of ineligible products and/or services, Design and Technical Bid Submittal, Implementation Cost, Vendor References, Experience with district, Ability to deliver service at start of funding year, Ability to deliver service throughout district geographic region, Financial stability
Summary
Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) is seeking proposals for Wide Area Network (WAN) services for E-Rate Funding Year 25 (2022-2023). The contract will be for three years with optional extensions, and will cover connectivity for 23 school and operational facilities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Cost of eligible products and/or services
- Cost of ineligible products and/or services
- Design and Technical Bid Submittal
- Implementation Cost
- Vendor References
- Experience with district
- Ability to deliver service at start of funding year
- Ability to deliver service throughout district geographic region
- Financial stability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Wide Area Network (WAN) Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A: List of Berkeley Unified School District Sites
- Submit to
- BERKELEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, PURCHASING DEPARTMENT, 2020 Bonar Street, BERKELEY, CA 94702, Attn: Tom Bollinger
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Berkeley, CA
- Reported agency
- Berkeley Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Berkeley Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 7, 2022. 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: BERKELEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, PURCHASING DEPARTMENT, 2020 Bonar Street, BERKELEY, CA 94702, Attn: Tom Bollinger. For questions, contact Max Eissler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Berkeley 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 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 Max Eissler. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wide Area Network (WAN) Services. 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: "Cost of eligible products and/or services, Cost of ineligible products and/or services, Design and Technical Bid Submittal, Implementation Cost, Vendor References, Experience with district, Ability to..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Berkeley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Berkeley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Berkeley 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 3 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: Appendix A: List of Berkeley Unified School District Sites. Review the full document from Berkeley 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: Berkeley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.