El Monte Union High School District E-Rate Category 2 Networking Equipment RFP 2025-26(P3)
El Monte Union HighSchool · El Monte, CA- Due
- Jan 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Margarita Sanchez
- (626) 444-9005
The 30-second brief
El Monte Union High School District is soliciting proposals for the procurement and delivery of networking hardware, including Aruba switches, access points, and APC UPS units across nine locations. Proposals are due January 8, 2026.
Networking hardware, Licenses, Subscription services, Bill of materials
Cost of E-Rate Eligible Goods and/or Services (40%), Adherence to Bid Specifications (20%), Vendor Experience w/ E-Rate (15%), California School District Experience (15%), References (10%)
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Summary
El Monte Union High School District is soliciting proposals for the procurement and delivery of networking hardware, including Aruba switches, access points, and APC UPS units across nine locations. Proposals are due January 8, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Networking hardware
- Licenses
- Subscription services
- Bill of materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Exhibit A (E-Rate Supplemental Terms)
- Exhibit B (Bid Form - Item 1)
- Exhibit C (Bid Form - Item 2)
- Exhibit D (Non-Collusion Declaration)
- Exhibit E (Certification of RFP)
- Exhibit F (Substitution Request)
- Exhibit G (General Conditions)
- Exhibit H (Sample Agreement)
- Submit to
- 1003 Durfee Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- El Monte, CA
- Reported agency
- El Monte Union High School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from El Monte Union High?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 8, 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: 1003 Durfee Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733. For questions, contact Margarita Sanchez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including El Monte Union High 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 Margarita Sanchez at (626) 444-9005. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Networking hardware, Licenses, Subscription services, Bill of materials. 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/or Services (40%), Adherence to Bid Specifications (20%), Vendor Experience w/ E-Rate (15%), California School District Experience (15%), References (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from El Monte Union High?
All active and historical solicitations from El Monte Union High are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, El Monte Union High 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.
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: Exhibit A (E-Rate Supplemental Terms), Exhibit B (Bid Form - Item 1), Exhibit C (Bid Form - Item 2), Exhibit D (Non-Collusion Declaration), Exhibit E (Certification of RFP), Exhibit F (Substitution Re. Review the full document from El Monte Union High for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Monte, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.