Caruthers Unified School District - E-Rate Category 2 Equipment RFQ 01 - 2027/2028
Caruthers UnifiedSchool · Caruthers, CA- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Debra Haney
- (559) 495-6404
The 30-second brief
Caruthers Unified School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 Equipment including switches, licenses, cables, and modules for Funding Year 2027-2028. The scope includes Cisco Systems or equivalent hardware such as 48-port switches, power supplies, stacking cables, and network modules with associated installation services. Vendor responses are due by December 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST, with vendor questions due by November 24, 2026. Proposals must comply with CMAS or NASPO ValuePoint requirements and include a complete bill of materials and pricing sheet.
Switches, Power Supplies, Stacking Cables, Modules, Installation
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods and Services 30, Cost of E-Rate Ineligible Goods and Services 5, Proposal Meets or Exceeds All Technical Requirements 20, Compatibility with Existing Network 25, Prior Experience with District 20
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Summary
Caruthers Unified School District seeks proposals for E-Rate Category 2 Equipment including switches, licenses, cables, and modules for Funding Year 2027-2028.
The scope includes Cisco Systems or equivalent hardware such as 48-port switches, power supplies, stacking cables, and network modules with associated installation services. Vendor responses are due by December 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM PST, with vendor questions due by November 24, 2026. Proposals must comply with CMAS or NASPO ValuePoint requirements and include a complete bill of materials and pricing sheet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods and Services 30
- Cost of E-Rate Ineligible Goods and Services 5
- Proposal Meets or Exceeds All Technical Requirements 20
- Compatibility with Existing Network 25
- Prior Experience with District 20
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Switches
- Power Supplies
- Stacking Cables
- Modules
- Installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Signed RFQ Responses
- CMAS and/or NASPO VALUEPOINT Contract or valid web-address
- Bid Pricing Sheet
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Caruthers, CA
- Reported agency
- Caruthers Unified School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Caruthers Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Debra Haney.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Caruthers 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 RFQ 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 Debra Haney at (559) 495-6404. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Switches, Power Supplies, Stacking Cables, Modules, Installation. 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 E-Rate Eligible Goods and Services 30, Cost of E-Rate Ineligible Goods and Services 5, Proposal Meets or Exceeds All Technical Requirements 20, Compatibility with Existing Network 25, Prior Ex..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Caruthers Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Caruthers Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Caruthers Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 2026, 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 RFQ?
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: Signed RFQ Responses, CMAS and/or NASPO VALUEPOINT Contract or valid web-address, Bid Pricing Sheet. Review the full document from Caruthers 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: Caruthers, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
