Carmel Unified School District - Digital Transmission Service/Internet Service - RFP # 2027-01 Carmel USD Big Sur C1 (2027)
Carmel UnifiedSchool · Carmel, CA- Due
- Jan 8, 2027
- 55 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Victoria Martin
- (831) 624-1546 ext 2043
The 30-second brief
Carmel Unified School District is seeking E-Rate Bids for Category One Digital Transmission Service and Internet Service between the District Office at 4380 Carmel Valley Road in Carmel, CA, and Captain Cooper Elementary School at 46861 Cabrillo Highway, Big Sur, CA. The applicant seeks WAN connectivity via microwave, cable, or satellite Internet service for a rural coastal area where fiber is cost-prohibitive. Proposals must provide a minimum of 100 Mbps connectivity with preference for higher bandwidth up to 10 Gbps. Contract terms range from one to three years with two optional one-year extensions. Submissions are due by January 8, 2027, at 2:00 P.M. via email to [email protected]. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize eligible costs of the solution, ineligible installation costs, provider installation capability by July 1, 2027, and California TeleConnect Fund eligibility.
Eligible cost of the most cost-effective solution(s) including recurring and nonrecurring costs (40%), Ineligible costs associated with installation of a new service (20%), Confidence in Service Provider’s ability to install service by July 1, 2027 (20%), Eligibility for California TeleConnect Fund (20%)
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Summary
Carmel Unified School District is seeking E-Rate Bids for Category One Digital Transmission Service and Internet Service between the District Office at 4380 Carmel Valley Road in Carmel, CA, and Captain Cooper Elementary School at 46861 Cabrillo Highway, Big Sur, CA. The applicant seeks WAN connectivity via microwave, cable, or satellite Internet service for a rural coastal area where fiber is cost-prohibitive.
Proposals must provide a minimum of 100 Mbps connectivity with preference for higher bandwidth up to 10 Gbps. Contract terms range from one to three years with two optional one-year extensions. Submissions are due by January 8, 2027, at 2:00 P.M. via email to [email protected]. Questions are due by November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize eligible costs of the solution, ineligible installation costs, provider installation capability by July 1, 2027, and California TeleConnect Fund eligibility.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Eligible cost of the most cost-effective solution(s) including recurring and nonrecurring costs (40%), Ineligible costs associated with installation of a new service (20%), Confidence in Service Provider’s ability to install service by July 1, 2027 (20%), Eligibility for California TeleConnect Fund (20%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Proposal Response Form
- Executive Summary
- Itemized List of All Charges
- Qualifications
- References
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Fingerprint Acknowledgement Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Carmel, CA
- Reported agency
- Carmel Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carmel Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Victoria Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carmel 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 Victoria Martin at (831) 624-1546 ext 2043. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Eligible cost of the most cost-effective solution(s) including recurring and nonrecurring costs (40%), Ineligible costs associated with installation of a new service (20%), Confidence in Service Provi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Carmel Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Carmel Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Carmel 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 8, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Proposal Response Form, Executive Summary, Itemized List of All Charges, Qualifications, References, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Fingerprint Acknowledgement Form. Review the full document from Carmel 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: Carmel, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
