Cupertino Union School District RFP 26-B06-01 E-Rate Category 2
- Due
- Jan 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 9, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mahmoud Abed
- (408) 252-3000 ext 61338
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Cupertino Union School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Category 2 products and services, specifically network equipment such as switches, switch modules, and associated licenses, for the funding year 2026.
Switches, Switch modules, Associated licenses, Installation services
Price of eligible products/services, Functionality/completeness/specifications of proposed solution, Unit price of the eligible products/services, Low cost of ineligible products and services, Projected implementation timeline, Vendor qualifications, Contract terms and conditions, Extent to which a single-provider, turnkey solution is provided, Quality of proposal document(s)
SUMMARY
Cupertino Union School District is seeking proposals for E-Rate eligible Category 2 products and services, specifically network equipment such as switches, switch modules, and associated licenses, for the funding year 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Price of eligible products/services
- Functionality/completeness/specifications of proposed solution
- Unit price of the eligible products/services
- Low cost of ineligible products and services
- Projected implementation timeline
- Vendor qualifications
- Contract terms and conditions
- Extent to which a single-provider
- Turnkey solution is provided
- Quality of proposal document(s)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Switches
- Switch modules
- Associated licenses
- Installation services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Pricing Form
- Signature Page
- USB drive with all documents
- Submit to
- Cupertino Union School District, Purchasing Department, Door #10, 10301 Vista Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Cupertino, CA
- Reported agency
- Cupertino Union School District
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cupertino Union?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 23, 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: Cupertino Union School District, Purchasing Department, Door #10, 10301 Vista Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014. For questions, contact Mahmoud Abed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cupertino Union 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 Mahmoud Abed at (408) 252-3000 ext 61338. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Switches, Switch modules, Associated licenses, Installation 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: "Price of eligible products/services, Functionality/completeness/specifications of proposed solution, Unit price of the eligible products/services, Low cost of ineligible products and services, Project..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cupertino Union?
All active and historical solicitations from Cupertino Union are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Cupertino Union 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 1 year. 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: Pricing Form, Signature Page, USB drive with all documents. Review the full document from Cupertino Union for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cupertino, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.