Fontana Unified School District Multi-Year Contract for WAN Services - RFP No. 25/26-0033 (2026)
Fontana UnifiedSchool · Fontana, CA- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Ronda Christy
- (909) 357-5000
The 30-second brief
Fontana Unified School District is requesting proposals for a multi-year contract for a managed private, secured high-speed leased lit fiber optic Wide Area Network (WAN) solution for a new elementary school under construction at the northeast corner of Cypress Avenue and Duncan Canyon Drive in Fontana, CA. The project requires a dedicated point-to-point connection delivering a minimum of 10Gbps full duplex bandwidth terminating at the District Office data center located at 9680 Citrus Ave. The WAN services are for E-Rate Funding Year 2026/2027 with a target operational date of April 1, 2027, and a 39-month contract term. Submissions are due via the OpenGov procurement portal by February 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Vendors must participate in the E-Rate program and provide a valid SPIN and FCC-FRN.
E-Rate Eligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), *E-Rate Ineligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), E-Rate Eligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes), E-Rate Ineligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes)
Cost of E-Rate eligible products and/or services (25), Service Level Agreement (SLA) (20), Vendor Questionnaire (20), Past history and experience with the District (10), References (10), Transition Plan Suitability to District needs (15)
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Summary
Fontana Unified School District is requesting proposals for a multi-year contract for a managed private, secured high-speed leased lit fiber optic Wide Area Network (WAN) solution for a new elementary school under construction at the northeast corner of Cypress Avenue and Duncan Canyon Drive in Fontana, CA. The project requires a dedicated point-to-point connection delivering a minimum of 10Gbps full duplex bandwidth terminating at the District Office data center located at 9680 Citrus Ave.
The WAN services are for E-Rate Funding Year 2026/2027 with a target operational date of April 1, 2027, and a 39-month contract term. Submissions are due via the OpenGov procurement portal by February 26, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Vendors must participate in the E-Rate program and provide a valid SPIN and FCC-FRN.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
E-Rate Eligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), *E-Rate Ineligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), E-Rate Eligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes), E-Rate Ineligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Signature Page Certification
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions
- Proposal Form
- References Form
- Vendor Questionnaire
- EDGAR Certification
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Alcoholic Beverage & Tobacco-Free Campus Cert
- Equal Opportunity Agreement
- Workers' Comp Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Certification
- Debarment
- Suspension and Other Certification
- Lobbying
- Prevailing Wage Certification
- W9 Form
- Federal Certifications
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd
- Duration
- 39 months
- Scope location
- Fontana, CA
- Reported agency
- Fontana Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fontana Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 26, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/fusd. For questions, contact Ronda Christy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fontana Unified 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 Ronda Christy at (909) 357-5000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: E-Rate Eligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), *E-Rate Ineligible/Non-Recurring Fees (ex. Installation Fees), E-Rate Eligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes), E-Rate Ineligible 10-Gbps Total Recurring Monthly Cost (excluding taxes). 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 products and/or services (25), Service Level Agreement (SLA) (20), Vendor Questionnaire (20), Past history and experience with the District (10), References (10), Transition Pl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fontana Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Fontana Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Fontana Unified 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: Signature Page Certification, Non-Collusion Declaration, E-Rate Supplemental Terms and Conditions, Proposal Form, References Form, Vendor Questionnaire, EDGAR Certification, Drug-Free Workplace Certif. Review the full document from Fontana Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fontana, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.