Fauquier County Public Schools 2027 Fauquier C2 Licenses RFP - Form 470 #270001410
Fauquier County Public SchoolsSchool · Warrenton, VA- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Tina Ference
- (540) 422-7021
The 30-second brief
Fauquier County Public Schools is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 2 three-year renewal licenses for existing Fortinet switches and firewalls, including switches, firewall services, internal connections, and basic maintenance of internal connections. Named assets include Fortinet models FC-10-624FF-247-02-36, FC-10-648FF-247-02-36, and FC-10-FG9H0-928-02-36 located in Warrenton, VA. The proposal submission deadline is December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with questions due by October 28, 2026. Submissions must include unit pricing with separate line-item charges for each SKU, E-Rate eligibility percentages, SPIN, and vendor terms. Proposals will be evaluated based on eligible costs (37%), ineligible costs (5%), compatibility (18%), technical merit (18%), cooperative purchasing (12%), and prior experience (10%).
Fortinet FC-10-624FF-247-02-36 (qty 1), Fortinet FC-10-648FF-247-02-36 (qty 1), Fortinet FC-10-FG9H0-928-02-36 (qty 2)
Eligible Costs (37%), Ineligible Costs (5%), Compatibility (18%), Technical Merit (18%), Cooperative Purchasing (12%), Prior Experience (10%)
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Summary
Fauquier County Public Schools is seeking proposals for E-Rate Category 2 three-year renewal licenses for existing Fortinet switches and firewalls, including switches, firewall services, internal connections, and basic maintenance of internal connections.
Named assets include Fortinet models FC-10-624FF-247-02-36, FC-10-648FF-247-02-36, and FC-10-FG9H0-928-02-36 located in Warrenton, VA. The proposal submission deadline is December 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with questions due by October 28, 2026. Submissions must include unit pricing with separate line-item charges for each SKU, E-Rate eligibility percentages, SPIN, and vendor terms. Proposals will be evaluated based on eligible costs (37%), ineligible costs (5%), compatibility (18%), technical merit (18%), cooperative purchasing (12%), and prior experience (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Fortinet FC-10-624FF-247-02-36 (qty 1)
- Fortinet FC-10-648FF-247-02-36 (qty 1)
- Fortinet FC-10-FG9H0-928-02-36 (qty 2)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Buying entity name
- Form 470 number
- SPIN
- Service provider's terms and conditions including cooperative contract details
- Vendor quote/itemized pricing
- Submit to
- [email protected], [email protected]
- Scope location
- Warrenton, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fauquier County Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 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], [email protected]. For questions, contact Tina Ference.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fauquier County 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 Tina Ference at (540) 422-7021. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fortinet FC-10-624FF-247-02-36 (qty 1), Fortinet FC-10-648FF-247-02-36 (qty 1), Fortinet FC-10-FG9H0-928-02-36 (qty 2). 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: "Eligible Costs (37%), Ineligible Costs (5%), Compatibility (18%), Technical Merit (18%), Cooperative Purchasing (12%), Prior Experience (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fauquier County Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Fauquier County Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fauquier County Public Schools 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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 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: Buying entity name, Form 470 number, SPIN, Service provider's terms and conditions including cooperative contract details, Vendor quote/itemized pricing. Review the full document from Fauquier County 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: Warrenton, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.