Charlottesville City Schools CAT6A and Fiber Cabling RFP 2026
Charlottesville City Public SchoolsSchool · Charlottesville, VA- Due
- Mar 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pat Cuomo
- (434) 245-2643
The 30-second brief
Charlottesville City Schools is seeking bids for the procurement, configuration, and installation of CAT6A cabling to all endpoints, replacing aging existing cat5 cables at Trailblazer Elementary School. The project includes upgrading the cabling infrastructure, increasing port count, providing additional drops, simplifying cable pathways, and standardizing cabling.
Design Document/ Shop Drawings, Detailed project schedule, Completed bid form including bill of materials, Proposal
Costs of eligible goods and services, Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references, Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response, Vendor includes detailed plans and pricing breakdowns
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Summary
Charlottesville City Schools is seeking bids for the procurement, configuration, and installation of CAT6A cabling to all endpoints, replacing aging existing cat5 cables at Trailblazer Elementary School.
The project includes upgrading the cabling infrastructure, increasing port count, providing additional drops, simplifying cable pathways, and standardizing cabling.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Costs of eligible goods and services
- Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references
- Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response
- Vendor includes detailed plans and pricing breakdowns
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Design Document/ Shop Drawings
- Detailed project schedule
- Completed bid form including bill of materials
- Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Signed cover sheet
- Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Registration Information form
- Executive summary
- Proposed hardware specifics
- Description of SLA and any applicable Warranty
- Key Personnel
- References
- Itemized Cost of each product/service
- Description and Pricing for any additional hardware/software
- Scope location
- Charlottesville, VA
- Reported agency
- Charlottesville City Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Charlottesville City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 27, 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. For questions, contact Pat Cuomo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Charlottesville City Public Schools in VA, 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 Pat Cuomo at (434) 245-2643. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Design Document/ Shop Drawings, Detailed project schedule, Completed bid form including bill of materials, Proposal. 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: "Costs of eligible goods and services, Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references, Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response, Vendor includes detailed plans and pricing breakdowns" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Charlottesville City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Charlottesville City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Charlottesville City Public Schools regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: signed cover sheet, Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) Registration Information form, Executive summary, Proposed hardware specifics, Description of SLA and any applicable Warranty, Key Perso. Review the full document from Charlottesville City Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charlottesville, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.