Charlottesville City Schools Wireless Access Points RFP #02-27
Charlottesville City Public SchoolsSchool · Charlottesville, VA- Due
- Feb 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pat Cuomo
- 434-245-2693
The 30-second brief
Seeking bids for the purchase of 114 Cisco Meraki CW91721 access points or equivalent hardware to support the school district's network infrastructure. Bid must include hardware and mounting brackets; licensing is not included. The district is looking for the most cost-effective solution.
114 wireless access points or equivalent, mounting brackets.
Costs of eligible goods and services (35%), Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references (25%), Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response (25%), Vendor includes detailed plans and pricing breakdowns (15%)
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Summary
Seeking bids for the purchase of 114 Cisco Meraki CW91721 access points or equivalent hardware to support the school district's network infrastructure. Bid must include hardware and mounting brackets; licensing is not included. The district is looking for the most cost-effective solution.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Costs of eligible goods and services (35%), Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references (25%), Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response (25%), Vendor includes detailed plans and pricing breakdowns (15%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
114 wireless access points or equivalent, mounting brackets.
- Submit to
- 1562 Dairy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Scope location
- Charlottesville City Schools district
- 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 February 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1562 Dairy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903. 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 434-245-2693. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 114 wireless access points or equivalent, mounting brackets.. 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 (35%), Vendor E-rate / K12 experience and references (25%), Vendor ability to provide guaranteed and timely response (25%), Vendor includes detailed plans and pric..." 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. 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 City Schools district. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.